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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Dudhope Young People’s Unit (YPU) is a mental health inpatient service, in a purpose-built unit, for young people aged 12-18 years who are experiencing complex mental health conditions. The YPU is based in Dundee (17 Dudhope Terrace) and provides 12 beds for patients from across the North of Scotland region (NHS Grampian, NHS Highland, NHS Orkney, NHS Shetland, NHS Tayside and NHS Western Isles).
We believe in providing person centred care collaboratively with young people, their families, carers and partner agencies. This role will involve providing a highly specialist Clinical Psychology service to a caseload of young people and their families or carers and providing a specialised resource to other healthcare staff. You will also participate in service development and improvement work and undertake relevant audit, evaluation and research work. This post requires you to have close links and involvement with the multidisciplinary team and multi-agency colleagues throughout the region. Supervision and management support would be provided by the Consultant Clinical Psychologist within the team with access to very experienced and committed clinicians from a variety of disciplines. The role will also involve the supervision, education and development of multidisciplinary colleagues and students within your speciality.
If you would like to be part of the YPU multi-disciplinary team and are committed, reflective and a good team member, this is an ideal opportunity for you!
Informal enquiries to: Dr Vicki Dunbar, Consultant Clinical Psychologist or Rosie Baillie, Service Manager on (
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder
Additional Information For Candidates
Dudhope Young People’s Unit (YPU) is a mental health inpatient service, in a purpose-built unit, for young people aged 12-18 years who are experiencing complex mental health conditions. The YPU is based in Dundee (17 Dudhope Terrace) and provides 12 beds for patients from across the North of Scotland region (NHS Grampian, NHS Highland, NHS Orkney, NHS Shetland, NHS Tayside and NHS Western Isles).
We believe in providing person centred care collaboratively with young people, their families, carers and partner agencies. This role will involve providing a highly specialist Clinical Psychology service to a caseload of young people and their families or carers and providing a specialised resource to other healthcare staff. You will also participate in service development and improvement work and undertake relevant audit, evaluation and research work. This post requires you to have close links and involvement with the multidisciplinary team and multi-agency colleagues throughout the region. Supervision and management support would be provided by the Consultant Clinical Psychologist within the team with access to very experienced and committed clinicians from a variety of disciplines. The role will also involve the supervision, education and development of multidisciplinary colleagues and students within your speciality.
If you would like to be part of the YPU multi-disciplinary team and are committed, reflective and a good team member, this is an ideal opportunity for you!
Informal enquiries to: Dr Vicki Dunbar, Consultant Clinical Psychologist or Rosie Baillie, Service Manager on (
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder
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To work as a Clinical Psychologist in the UK, several key skills and qualifications are essential. Here’s an overview:
Educational Requirements
1. Undergraduate Degree: A degree in psychology that is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) is required. This usually includes a Bachelor’s degree with the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) from the BPS.
2. Postgraduate Training: You must complete a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) or an equivalent qualification that is also accredited by the BPS and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Key Skills
1. Clinical Assessment: Ability to conduct assessments using a range of psychological tests, interviews, and observational methods.
2. Therapeutic Skills: Proficiency in various therapeutic modalities (e.g., Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, humanistic approaches) to effectively work with clients.
3. Research Skills: Capability to understand and conduct research, as clinical psychologists often engage in evidence-based practice and may be involved in research projects.
4. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex psychological concepts clearly and build rapport with clients.
5. Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: Ability to understand and relate to clients’ feelings and experiences, providing compassionate and supportive care.
6. Problem-Solving Skills: Competence in identifying problems, formulating hypotheses, and developing treatment plans tailored to individual clients.
7. Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with other healthcare professionals.
8. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds, ensuring that treatment approaches are sensitive to cultural differences.
9. Professionalism and Ethical Practice: Adherence to ethical guidelines and professional standards as set by the HCPC and BPS.
10. Continuous Learning: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with new research, therapies, and best practices in the field.
Additional Experiences
- Work Experience: Gaining relevant experience in clinical or healthcare settings prior to training, such as assistant psychologist roles, mental health support worker positions, or voluntary work in related fields.
- Supervision Experience: Engaging in regular supervision during training and practice to reflect on work and improve skills.
Registration
- HCPC Registration: After completing the necessary training and qualifications, you must register with the Health and Care Professions Council to practice as a Clinical Psychologist in the UK.
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