Youth Mental Health Professional

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a skilled Practitioner Psychologist to join their team, focusing on delivering high-quality services for pupils with complex needs. The role involves designing tailored interventions, collaborating with colleagues, and ensuring the well-being of pupils. Candidates should have a post-graduate qualification in Psychology and experience with vulnerable populations, particularly those with intellectual disabilities and autism.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people with intellectual disabilities and/or autism.
• Registration with the HCPC.
• Leadership and management qualifications or experience (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Designing and delivering tailored interventions for pupils.
• Collaborating with colleagues for effective communication.
• Participating in staff development activities.
• Prioritising the well-being and safety of pupils.

Skills

Collaboration

Intervention Design

Communication

Leadership

Education

Post-graduate qualification in Psychology

Job description

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Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Practitioner Psychologist to join our team and contribute to delivering high-quality services for pupils with complex needs.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in psychology and experience working with vulnerable populations, including those with intellectual disabilities and autism.

Responsibilities include:

• Designing and delivering tailored interventions to meet the individual needs of each pupil
• Collaborating closely with colleagues to ensure effective communication and teamwork
• Participating in staff development activities to enhance professional knowledge and skills
• Prioritising the well-being and safety of pupils

Requirements:

• Post-graduate qualification in Psychology or a related field
• Proven experience working with children and young people with intellectual disabilities and/or autism
• Registration with the HCPC
• Leadership and management qualifications or experience (desirable)