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Hunter Mental Health is currently working alongside an excellent Adults Locality team and assisting in their search for a locum Team Manager Social Worker. Key details of the position: Job Title - Registered Social Worker (MUST have 3 years post AYSE experience and 1 year as a Team Manager) Location - Sutton Duration - 3 months on going Schedule - Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Start Date - October 2024 Rate of pay - £40 - £42ph (Umbrella) Requirements and qualifications required for this role: Current and valid registration with the SWE Proven experience within a Social Working role Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Commitment to providing high-quality patient care Car driver to travel across multiple sites Fully on site and hybrid/remote working to be discussed during interview (team can offer up to 2-3 days remote) How to apply: If this job sounds perfect for you, please call Faieq on (phone number removed). You could also send your CV to (url removed) to find out more about other Mental Health Nursing roles we have available. Not available for this position? Recommend a friend or colleague! We operate a simple and transparent scheme – we pay you £250 for a successful placement (qualifying period applies). Benefits of working with Hunter Gatherer Mental Health: Quick &amp; simple online registration. Join the community and be part of a network of like-minded, conscientious locums with shared values for patients and clients. As part of the HG Ventures Group of Companies you’ll get bi-weekly payments you can trust. Represented by Mental Health sector experts, we listen, understand your needs, and represent you professionally. A long-term relationship based on trust and understanding. Access to the very best roles nationwide. As part of the Hunter Gatherer Mental Health network, you will be appropriately marketed, in a consultative manner, taking the burden of business development away from you. Market knowledge, advice and knowledge sharing on market trends and opportunities. Access to exclusive Hunter Mental Health events and discounted CPD. Customer service, it’s a simple philosophy but one we are passionate about. About us: Hunter Gatherer Mental Health are one of the UK’s leading specialist Mental Health recruitment agencies. Our job is to listen, respond and support you in your career goals. To understand your needs and partner with you to help you achieve them. We’ll always be by your side finding you the right job at the right time, with friendly, caring service. What’s more, we pay leading rates with multiple pay runs each week, so you’ll never be left waiting. Just one of the reasons for our group's excellent 4.7 Google rating

Team Manager - Adults Locality Team- Up to £42ph

Registered Nurse ( RMN ) or ( RGN ) Salary - £19.00 - £21.00 per hour - depending on experience Location - Haslemere Hours - Permanent - Full Time or Part time hours available ( options of 2, 3 or 4 shifts each week ) Shift Pattern - Mixed shifts required ( days nights and weekends on a rotational basis ) shifts will be 8 - 8 Summary Appoint Healthcare are proud to partner with an extremely reputable leading national provider of health and social care services for young people and adults with mental health needs. Together we are looking for an experienced Registered Mental Health Nurse ( RMN ) or an experienced Registered General Nurse ( RGN ) to work within a Mental Health hospital, supporting men and women with physical and mental health needs, this service is commutable from Guildford. Requirements A relevant nursing qualification ( RMN ) or ( RGN ) A valid NMC registration with no restrictions or referrals Eligibility to live and work in the UK A minimum of 6 months of experience as a nurse, in the UK Strong team-working skills A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice Benefits Annual salary of up to £45,864 per annum Paid breaks An exciting opportunity to be a part of a well-respected service An exciting opportunity to be part of a forwarding thinking company with exciting growth plans A positive and friendly staff culture Opportunities for professional growth including an extensive range of courses designed to help you grow and succeed in your career Annual leave entitlement of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) Good CQC rating Pension contribution To Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, I would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV or click apply, for more information please get in touch, contact details below. Maisie McDonnell Direct Dial: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed) Text: (phone number removed) RMN / Registered Mental Health Nurse / NMC pin / Mental Health Hospital / RGN *The actual rate of pay will be within these advertised bandings and will be dependent on your ability to demonstrate your competence during the interview APPMHMM APP1A

Registered Nurse ( RMN ) or ( RGN )

Deputy Ward Manager ( RMN ) or ( RGN ) Salary - £21.00 - £23.00 per hour depending on experience Location - Haslemere Hours - Permanent - Full Time Shift Pattern - Mixed shifts required ( days nights and weekends on a rotational basis ) shifts will be 8 - 8 Summary Appoint Healthcare are proud to partner with an extremely reputable leading national provider of health and social care services for young people and adults with mental health needs. Together we are looking for an experienced senior Registered Mental Health Nurse ( RMN ) or an experienced senior Registered General Nurse ( RGN ) looking for a step up into a deputy ward manager role or an experienced deputy ward manager looking for a new challenge. The service that you will be working in is a Mental Health hospital, you will be supporting men and women with physical and mental health needs, this service is commutable from Guildford. Requirements A relevant nursing qualification ( RMN ) or ( RGN ) A valid NMC registration with no restrictions or referrals Eligibility to live and work in the UK Experience in managing a team, monitoring the ward and monitoring staff performance. A minimum of 2 years of experience as a nurse, in the UK A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice Benefits Annual salary of up to £50,232 per annum Paid breaks An exciting opportunity to be a part of a well-respected service An exciting opportunity to be part of a forwarding thinking company with exciting growth plans A positive and friendly staff culture Opportunities for professional growth including an extensive range of courses designed to help you grow and succeed in your career Annual leave entitlement of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) Good CQC rating Pension contribution To Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, I would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV or click apply, for more information please get in touch, contact details below. Maisie McDonnell Direct Dial: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed) Text: (phone number removed) RMN / Registered Mental Health Nurse / NMC pin / Mental Health Hospital / RGN / Deputy Ward Manager / Registered General Nurse *The actual rate of pay will be within these advertised bandings and will be dependent on your ability to demonstrate your competence during the interview APPMHMM APP1A

Deputy Ward Manager ( RMN ) or ( RGN )

Ward Manager ( RMN ) or ( RGN ) Salary - £23.00 - £26.00 per hour depending on experience Location - Haslemere Hours - Permanent - Full Time Shift Pattern - Mixed shifts required ( days nights and weekends on a rotational basis ) shifts will be 8 - 8 Summary Appoint Healthcare are proud to partner with an extremely reputable leading national provider of health and social care services for young people and adults with mental health needs. Together we are looking for an experienced deputy ward manager Registered Mental Health Nurse ( RMN Registered General Nurse ( RGN ) looking for a step up into a ward manager role or an experienced ward manager looking for a new challenge. The service that you will be working in is a Mental Health hospital, you will be supporting men and women with physical and mental health needs, this service is commutable from Guildford. Requirements A relevant nursing qualification ( RMN ) or ( RGN ) A valid NMC registration with no restrictions or referrals Eligibility to live and work in the UK Strong experience in managing a team, monitoring the ward and monitoring staff performance. A minimum of 3 years of experience as a nurse, in the UK A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice Benefits Annual salary of up to £56,784 per annum Paid breaks An exciting opportunity to be a part of a well-respected service An exciting opportunity to be part of a forwarding thinking company with exciting growth plans A positive and friendly staff culture Opportunities for professional growth including an extensive range of courses designed to help you grow and succeed in your career Annual leave entitlement of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) Good CQC rating Pension contribution To Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, I would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV or click apply, for more information please get in touch, contact details below. Maisie McDonnell Direct Dial: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed) Text: (phone number removed) RMN / Registered Mental Health Nurse / NMC pin / Mental Health Hospital / RGN / Deputy Ward Manager / Registered General Nurse / Deputy Ward Manager *The actual rate of pay will be within these advertised bandings and will be dependent on your ability to demonstrate your competence during the interview APPMHMM APP1A

Ward Manager ( RMN ) or ( RGN )

You will be a practitioner on our telehealth platform 'Intellect', where your role is to support our clients' mental health and personal growth based on the individual needs and goals. This is delivered primarily through scheduled 60-minute video sessions on our platform.This is a freelance remote role with the flexibility to decide your business hours. Local candidates are preferred but others can still be considered. This role is a great opportunity to supplement your current job or private practice.We're seeking to partner with Clinical Psychologists and Counsellors to be part of a community working collaboratively to bring greater mental health access to the public to provide mental health coachingWhat You'll Do<ul> <li>Provide 1-on-1 telehealth/or onsite mental health support for Intellect’s clients</li> <li>Focus on clinical cases such as depression, anxiety, trauma, schizophrenia, eating disorders, addiction etc.</li> <li>Collaboratively work with the internal clinical team by suggesting improvements to the program and the platform</li> </ul>RequirementsRequirements<ul> <li>Has a Masters in Counselling or Clinical Psychology</li> <li>Candidates must be skilled in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or other evidence-based approaches (e.g. Motivational Interviewing, DBT, SFBT, etc.)</li> <li>Candidate must have at least 300 clinical hours post masters degree</li> <li>Candidate can communicate in English and their local language</li> <li>Candidates with prior experience in EAP, counselling working adults or coaching managerial roles is a plus</li> <li>Candidates who are open to working onsite if necessary is a plus</li> </ul>

Clinical Provider (United Kingdom)

Registered Nurse ( RMN / RNLD ) - PICU / ACUTE Location: Nottingham Salary: up to £40455 per annum ( £20.74 per hour ) + enhancements / overtime rates - negotiable depending on experience Welcome Bonus: £5000 - subject to terms and conditions - paid in installments Hours: Full Time and Part Time hours available - you can choose depending on your preference (options of: 11.5 hours, 23 hours, 34.5 hours or 40 hours) Shifts: Options of Days only ( 7.30am - 8pm ) or Nights only ( 7.30pm - 8am ) or Mixed shifts on a rotational basis - you can choose depending on your preference Summary: Appoint Healthcare are proud to partner with a PICU Mental Health Hospital in Nottingham. The hospital provides acute mental health services and 2 PICU single genre PICU wards .The Hospital has 4 wards in total: 1x female acute wards 1x Male Acute ward 1 female PICU 1 Male PICU *If you have an interest to work in a specific area / on a specific ward, then please state this in your application and we will endeavour to accommodate your preference* You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with a unique approach to the delivery of care. They are one of the UK's leading providers for mental health care. As a qualified Mental Health Nurse ( RMN ), you will ensure the patients in this PICU service receive high-quality care, while also supporting your colleagues and promoting positive teamwork. Requirements A relevant nursing qualification ( RMN or RNLD ) A valid NMC registration with no restrictions Eligibility to live and work in the UK A minimum of 1 years Mental Health Nursing Experience - we will also consider Registered Learning Disabilities Nurses with experience in an inpatient environment Strong team-working skills A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice Benefits: Over time rates for weekends and bank holidays Welcome bonus for all nurses Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs), paid as a lump sum Many benefits in line with the NHS A thorough induction programme A very strong talent development programme with a clear development structure Ongoing and regular training A fantastic preceptorship programme Working with a dedicated multidisciplinary team Free on-site parking Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare Access to development opportunities including: Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel Leadership &amp; management development Long service award Enhanced support with Return to Practice Highly subsidised meals 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave Mentoring and involvement in HCA / Support worker development Payment into the pension scheme CPD top up To Apply: If you are interested in this opportunity, I would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV / click apply or for more information please get in touch contact details below: Amy Parker Direct Dial: (phone number removed) Email: Text: (phone number removed) - this number is only for texting, please use the direct dial number above to call RMN / RNLD / Registered Mental Health Nurse / Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse / NMC / PICU / ACUTE / Mental Health Hospital *The actual rate of pay will be within these advertised bandings. The exact pay rate will be dependent on your ability to demonstrate your competence during the interview. APP1A

Registered Nurse ( RMN or RNLD ) - Acute and PICU

We are looking for a confident Head of Psychology - with a passion for delivering outstanding care. Youll be working 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Wyke.At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.About usCygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.Job responsibilitiesAre you an outstanding Experienced Psychologist with a passion for delivering high quality care?We need a Head of Psychology to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Wyke. You will be joining us on a full time, 40hours per week basis.So if you care about making a difference every day we want to hear from you.Cygnet have been providing a national network of specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.With us, youll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team.Cygnet Hospital Wyke:Cygnet Hospital Wyke provides a comprehensive pathway of acute admissions services for men. Our team works closely and collaboratively with service users, their families and the referrer to provide a seamless pathway from referral to discharge.Your Day-to-Day...The post-holder will have a key role in providing:• Specialist psychological assessments, interpretation from psychological tests, semi-structured interviews, individual and group therapy. You will also consider potential risks and social needs of the client group, relevant to their diagnosis.• Collaboratively develop risk assessments and care plans with the MDT.• You will work as part of a dedicated clinical team providing a multi-disciplinary approach to rehabilitation in a therapeutic environment where the focus is on maximising positive outcomes and recovery.• You will be expected to offer psychological insight and knowledge around the clinical area and provide consultation about the psychological care of the client group to staff, families and other agencies.• As a HCPC Registered Psychologist, you will have a pivotal role in the training and clinical supervision of Assistant Psychologists and the APDP programme provided by Cygnet.We are looking for someone who is...• A HCPC registered Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist with experience in a clinical forensic or mental health setting• Minimum 3 years qualified experience• Able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team• Experience in the delivery of trauma informed care• Passionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needs• Capable of working with difficulties such as physical &amp; verbal aggression, history of offending, drug and alcohol problems and self-harm.Cygnet Benefits:• Pension• Life insurance• CPD opportunities• Free parking• Free meals for staff on duty• NHS Discount Cards &amp; Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts)• Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice.A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether its saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays and leisure or securing your future with professional development and a pension we support you to be happy both in and out of work.RequirementsThe successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

Head of Psychology Department - Clinical/Counselling/Forensic

Job description pending Royal College approvalPennine Care NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit a full-time substantive Consultant Psychiatrist and share a fantastic oppertunity to join a post based in Bury, Manchester. The service here operates in a sectorised model and is staffed by 2 wte sector Consultants in Older People Psychiatry and Each Consultant is allocated a Junior Doctor (NW Deanery training schemes) to work with them, along side GP plus traineesThis is an exciting time to join the Trust and there are many opportunities to contribute to the organisations development and to look at service redesign models. Bury has a very strong teaching commitment and candidates will be expected to contribute to the teaching of medical and nursing staff and 4th medical students. There are close links with ongoing research projects. The Consultants contribute to local service user &amp; carer groups.This posts reflects:• Enhanced Mentorship by senior management for new consultants.• Excellent peer support• Excellent study leave package• Award winning department and Trust• Nationally recognised staff satisfactionMain duties of the jobTo provide high-quality Mental Health Care for older people with severe and enduring mental health problems both inpatient and outpatients.To work closely with other teams and Consultants to ensure coherent and high-quality mental health care for older people with severe and enduring mental health problems within the Tameside area.To work with the other Consultants to support the development of the service, and to attend local and divisional service development meetings.Applicants must be on the GMCs Specialist Register or eligible for inclusion or be within six months of the anticipated award of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Older People Psychiatry at the time of interview for the post.We offer ample opportunities for our consultants professional development and opportunities for additional work for additional PAs (require negotiation).About usWe are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. Were really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure were a great place to work.All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential• MBChB or equivalent Full registration with the GMC CCT or within six months of achieving thisDesirable• Degree, such as MSc or MD. MRCPsychELIGIBILITYEssential• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointmentDesirable• In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practiceTransportEssential• Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternativeCLINICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE &amp; EXPERIENCEEssential• Excellent knowledge in specialty Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge Excellent oral and written communication skills in English Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others Able to meet duties under MHA and MCADesirable• Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable serviceACADEMIC SKILLS &amp; LIFELONG LEARNINGEssential• Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training Ability to work in and lead team Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership &amp; collaborative working to deliver improvement. Participated in continuous professional development Participated in research or service evaluation. Able to use and appraise clinical evidence Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmesDesirable• Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications Has led clinical audits leading to service change or improved outcomes to patients

Consultant Psychiatrist - Older People

Location: Stepping Stones House, Bromley, BR2 9JG Contract: Temporary, 3-month assignment Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hrs/week Salary: Band 8a Start Date: ASAP Are you a skilled Clinical Psychologist ready to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team? We are Med Team Primary Care, currently recruiting for a Band 8a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist to join the Children and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) in Bromley. Role Overview In this role, you will provide specialized psychological services for young clients, focusing on in-depth assessments, therapy, and consultations to support children and adolescents' mental health. You will work independently and collaboratively to develop effective care plans and provide consultation and supervision to team members. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to clinical service evaluations, research, and improvements. Key Responsibilities * Conduct specialized psychological assessments using a variety of approaches (e.g., neuropsychological tests, self-report, interviews). * Implement tailored interventions for individual clients, families, and groups. * Collaborate on diagnosis, care planning, and evaluations, providing guidance to multi-disciplinary colleagues. * Supervise Band 7 psychologists and provide placements for psychology trainees. * Lead designated developmental areas, audits, and service evaluations to drive improvements. Skills &amp; Experience Required * Essential: Doctoral level training in Clinical Psychology and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). * Experience: Extensive experience with psychological assessments, treatments, and supervision across varied settings and diverse client groups. * Skills: Strong proficiency in assessment, complex intervention, communication, and supervision within multidisciplinary settings. Preferred Experience * Training in ASD assessments (e.g., ADOS, DISCO). * Experience with CYP-IAPT outcome measures or prior work within a CYP-IAPT service. Why Join Us? Working through Med Team Primary Care offers flexibility, supportive work environments, and a chance to work with highly dedicated professionals committed to improving youth mental health services. This role is a great opportunity to apply your expertise in an impactful, short-term position. Ready to make a difference? Apply now

Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist

The Principal Clinical Psychologist will lead the development of a culturallycompetent Psychological Therapy Service for individuals at risk of mental states (ARMS) and those experiencing first episode psychosis (FEP). The post holder will work collaboratively with clinical colleagues to ensure the effective delivery of psychological interventions within the Early Intervention Team.The Principal Clinical Psychologist will provide specialist expertise in managing complex and challenging cases, service development, evaluation, and quality improvement to meet the unique needs of an ethnically diverse local population, facilitating increased uptake of psychological interventions and improved outcomes.The Principal Clinical Psychologist will play a crucial role in ensuring that the Early Intervention Service is responsive to the needs of the local community and delivershigh standards of care.Main duties of the jobThe Principal Clinical Psychologist will lead the development of a culturallycompetent Psychological Therapy Service for individuals at risk of mental states (ARMS) and those experiencing first episode psychosis (FEP). The post holder will work collaboratively with clinical colleagues to ensure the effective delivery of psychological interventions within the Early Intervention Team.About usWe are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. Were really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure were a great place to work.All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.The Principal Clinical Psychologist will lead the development of a culturallycompetent Psychological Therapy Service for individuals at risk of mental states (ARMS) and those experiencing first episode psychosis (FEP). The post holder will work collaboratively with clinical colleagues to ensure the effective delivery of psychological interventions within the Early Intervention Team.Person SpecificationEducation / QualificationsEssential• Doctorate level training in clinical psychology, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical, psychometrics, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology as accredited by the BPS or a BPS.• Or, a post-graduate doctorate in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996)• Statement of equivalence.• Accredited membership of an appropriate psychological therapy professional body.• Additional further training and qualifications in a range of therapeutic models (e.g. CBTp, CAT, EMDR psychoanalytic therapies)• Additional further training in the use of specific psychometric and / or neuro-psychological assessment tools• Training in supervision of trainee psychologist and other professionals within the MDTDesirable• MBA or other management / leadership qualification.• Additional qualification in clinical supervision.• Full accreditation with BABCPExperienceEssential• Significant experience of working as a qualified clinical psychologist• Demonstrable experience of working as a highly specialist clinical psychologist with clients presenting with psychosis• Experience of working with service users who are complex within a community and or acute care pathway• Experience in engaging with ethnic minority communities to understand their needs, reduce stigma, and improve access to mental health services.• Experience of the application of psychological therapy in diverse cultural and ethnic contexts• Experience working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and full range of settings including community, inpatients and acute care settings, primary care, residential• Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for psychological care and treatment as an autonomous practitioner with complex and challenging service users within the context of a multidisciplinary care planDesirable• Competence in providing training on cultural competence and sensitivity to clinical staff.• Experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating mental health services, with a focus on accessibility and effectiveness for diverse populations.• Experience of representing psychology within the context of multidisciplinary care.• Experience in developing research and development programmes within psychological therapy services.• Experience in teaching and training qualified psychological therapy and of nonpsychology staff.• Experience in undertaking line management of psychological therapies staff.KnowledgeEssential• In-depth understanding of psychosis, including first episode psychosis (FEP) and at-risk mental states (ARMS)• Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including multivariate data analysis.• Evidence of continual professional development as recommended by the appropriate professional body.• Knowledge of contemporary legislation relating to the delivery of mental health and psychological services and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management.• Knowledge of professional issues in psychology and psychological therapies.• Knowledge and experience of the application of clinical governance and risk management policies and procedures for the maintenance and improvement of psychological services.• Understanding of cultural differences and how they impact mental health and treatment. Awareness of specific cultural factors that may influence the experience and presentation of psychosis.Desirable• Highly developed knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups.• Knowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialised psychological therapies and assessment methodologies.• Familiarity with computing technology including spreadsheets and databases.• Knowledge of SPSS or other statistical software packages.Skills and AbilitiesEssential• Proficiency in implementing evidence-based psychological therapies for psychosis (e.g., Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Psychosis (CBTp), family interventions).• Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds, acknowledging and valuing their cultural identities and experiences.• Skill in adapting therapeutic interventions to be culturally relevant and effective for different ethnic and cultural groups.• Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, highly technical and clinically sensitive information to service users, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS• Highly developed skills and experience of working with complex, sensitive or contentious information.• Ability to communicate effectively in a highly emotive, antagonistic or hostile atmosphere and to overcome barriers to acceptance / psychological resistance to potentially threatening information.• Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment intervention and management frequently o Record of having published research / review academic, or professional journals and / or books o Application Form o Interview AFC 20/8/24 JME-170-24 Principal Clinical Psychologist EIT Band 8b requiring sustained and intense concentration.• Highly developed skills in providing consultation to other professionals including medical staff and non-professional groups.• High level skills in providing complex clinical and professional supervision including medical staff.• Keyboard skills and skills in using word-processing, e mail and internet software• Ability to work independently on a day today basis and use own initiative.• Ability to set and work towards agreed goals, reviewed regularly in management supervision.• Commitment to quality improvement in psychological services through multiprofessional evaluation and audit of psychological services.• Ability to contain and work with organisational stress and ability to hold the stress of others.• Ability to sit in constrained position for client therapy and for computer work.• Ability to manage frequent periods of prolonged concentration in service users sessions, meetings and during computing tasks.• Ability to move equipment (including casefiles, self-help AFC 20/8/24 JME-170-24 Principal Clinical Psychologist EIT Band 8b materials, audio-visual equipment) between office base and other work settings.• Ability to work face to face with (potentially aggressive) service users in isolated settings (including domiciliary visits) without other team members being nearby and in accordance with the Trust Lone Worker Policy• Ability to work to professional guidelines.Desirable• Record of having published research / review academic, or professional journals and / or booksWork Related CircumstancesEssential• Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs.• Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trusts Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies.• Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

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