Senior Forensic CAMHS Psychologist - Youth Justice

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust; Catford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service organization is seeking a highly skilled Practitioner Psychologist to join the Lewisham CAMHS ARTS Team. This senior role involves leading on complex assessments and delivering evidence-based interventions. The ideal candidate will support young people in the Youth Justice System or at risk of offending, and will play a key role in shaping psychologically informed care. Opportunities for service development and research are offered within a team committed to equity and clinical excellence.

Benefits

Support for continuing professional development

Opportunities for research and innovation

Qualifications

• Registered as a practitioner psychologist with HCPC and BPS.
• Experience in forensic CAMHS and complex assessments.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex assessments for young people in the Youth Justice System.
• Provide clinical supervision and consultation to team members.
• Conduct service evaluation, audit, and research.

Skills

Psychological assessment

Clinical supervision

Trauma-informed care

Culturally competent practice

Education

Doctorate in Psychology

Job description

A health service organization is seeking a highly skilled Practitioner Psychologist to join the Lewisham CAMHS ARTS Team. This senior role involves leading on complex assessments and delivering evidence-based interventions. The ideal candidate will support young people in the Youth Justice System or at risk of offending, and will play a key role in shaping psychologically informed care. Opportunities for service development and research are offered within a team committed to equity and clinical excellence.