Senior Specialist Applied Psychologist - Mental Health

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in mental health is looking for a Band 8a Highly Specialist Applied Psychologist to join their team in York and North Yorkshire. The successful candidate will offer clinical supervision, training, and psychotherapeutic support in a multidisciplinary setting. A strong focus on engagement with clients experiencing severe mental health issues is essential, along with appropriate qualifications and experience. Opportunities for professional development and a commitment to enhancing community mental health are also key aspects of the role.

Benefits

Excellent opportunities for CPD and peer supervision

Training and teaching opportunities

Qualifications

• Doctoral level knowledge of clinical governance and evidence-based practice.
• Experience as a qualified psychologist across various client groups and settings.
• Knowledge of legislation related to mental health.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical work and support staff in developing client formulations.
• Contribute to the leadership of the psychological services and develop services.
• Offer training in psychological theory and implementation.

Skills

Engagement with vulnerable people

Clinical supervision

Evidence-based practice knowledge

Risk assessment and management

Education

Post-graduate training in clinical psychology

HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist

Job description

A healthcare provider in mental health is looking for a Band 8a Highly Specialist Applied Psychologist to join their team in York and North Yorkshire. The successful candidate will offer clinical supervision, training, and psychotherapeutic support in a multidisciplinary setting. A strong focus on engagement with clients experiencing severe mental health issues is essential, along with appropriate qualifications and experience. Opportunities for professional development and a commitment to enhancing community mental health are also key aspects of the role.