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Opportunity to improve the psychological well-being of older people, making a meaningful impact in their lives.
Diverse role that incorporates both therapeutic and neuropsychological skills, allowing for professional growth and varied experiences.
Involvement in the development of psychology pathways and the mental health transformation plan, contributing to the evolution of mental health services.
Supportive team environment with access to clinical discussions, peer support, and collaboration with various levels of psychology professionals.
Encouragement for continuous learning and professional development through departmental CPD discussions and training opportunities.
Flexibility in working hours and patterns, accommodating personal needs and promoting work-life balance.
The Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join their Mental Health Services for Older People (MHSOP) team in Wigston. The role, available at 0.8 to 1.0 whole-time equivalent, involves providing specialist clinical psychology services and neuropsychological assessments, primarily in a community mental health team setting. The candidate will work autonomously, offer guidance to colleagues, and contribute to the ongoing development of psychology pathways within the service. The team is well-established, encourages professional development, and supports collaboration within a multidisciplinary environment.
Candidates can expect to engage in both therapeutic and neuropsychological functions while upholding professional standards. The Trust values diversity and is committed to implementing equal opportunities in employment and service delivery. They welcome applications from a range of backgrounds, especially from underrepresented groups, and offer flexibility in working hours.
Candidates can expect to engage in both therapeutic and neuropsychological functions while upholding professional standards. The Trust values diversity and is committed to implementing equal opportunities in employment and service delivery. They welcome applications from a range of backgrounds, especially from underrepresented groups, and offer flexibility in working hours.
Job Summary
Are you someone who is interested in improving the psychological well-being of older people?
Would you enjoy having a diverse role which could include both therapy and neuropsychological skills?
It is a fantastic opportunity to join us at an exciting time as we embark on developing our psychology pathways across the service as part of the mental health transformation plan and look to expand our established MHSOP Psychology team in Leicestershire!
We are advertising 2 positions at 0.8-1.0wte but we are happy to discuss alternatives to this and we welcome applications from band 7 psychologists who could be appointed with an agreed development plan, working towards an 8a role in the future.
These posts would be to support the community pathways but there may be the opportunity to work into other service areas and so please contact us should you wish to discuss this further. You will join an established Psychology department consisting of Trainees, Assistant Psychologists, Clinical Associate Psychologists, band 8a Clinical Psychologists, band 8b Clinical Psychologists and a Lead Consultant Clinical Psychologist.
We are dedicated to working to support the psychological needs of older people and meet regularly for clinical discussion, peer support and exploration of relevant service issues. The department holds departmental CPD topic discussions, and you will be encouraged to pursue relevant training opportunities.
Main duties of the job
To provide specialist clinical psychology input within Mental Health Services for Older People (MHSOP). To work within a CMHT setting as well as offering neuropsychological assessments within the memory service pathway.
The post holder will work autonomously within professional guidelines and will have responsibility for the provision of a direct clinical service, as well as offering advice and consultation on psychological care to non-psychologist colleagues.
The post holder will fulfil professional duties in accordance with the strategic aims of MHSOP, the professional code of conduct as stipulated by the BPS and Healthcare Professional Council, and in agreement with the Clinical Psychology Service manager.
About Us
We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible.
About Us
Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups. Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents. We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy. For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy). All jobs will require permission to work in the UK. For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started. Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential cri
Date posted
19 November 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£53,755 to £60,504 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
002047
Job locations
Cedars Centre
Cedar Avenue
Leicester
Wigston
LE18 2LA
Job Description
Job responsibilities
If you like what you've read and would like more information on the duties and responsibilities of this role, please click onto “Apply for this job” and you will be re-directed to our vacancies page where you can review the job description and person specification.
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Job description Job responsibilities
If you like what you've read and would like more information on the duties and responsibilities of this role, please click onto “Apply for this job” and you will be re-directed to our vacancies page where you can review the job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
This post is subject to the Rehabilitatio
Are you someone who is interested in improving the psychological well-being of older people?
Would you enjoy having a diverse role which could include both therapy and neuropsychological skills?
It is a fantastic opportunity to join us at an exciting time as we embark on developing our psychology pathways across the service as part of the mental health transformation plan and look to expand our established MHSOP Psychology team in Leicestershire!
We are advertising 2 positions at 0.8-1.0wte but we are happy to discuss alternatives to this and we welcome applications from band 7 psychologists who could be appointed with an agreed development plan, working towards an 8a role in the future.
These posts would be to support the community pathways but there may be the opportunity to work into other service areas and so please contact us should you wish to discuss this further. You will join an established Psychology department consisting of Trainees, Assistant Psychologists, Clinical Associate Psychologists, band 8a Clinical Psychologists, band 8b Clinical Psychologists and a Lead Consultant Clinical Psychologist.
We are dedicated to working to support the psychological needs of older people and meet regularly for clinical discussion, peer support and exploration of relevant service issues. The department holds departmental CPD topic discussions, and you will be encouraged to pursue relevant training opportunities.
Main duties of the job
To provide specialist clinical psychology input within Mental Health Services for Older People (MHSOP). To work within a CMHT setting as well as offering neuropsychological assessments within the memory service pathway.
The post holder will work autonomously within professional guidelines and will have responsibility for the provision of a direct clinical service, as well as offering advice and consultation on psychological care to non-psychologist colleagues.
The post holder will fulfil professional duties in accordance with the strategic aims of MHSOP, the professional code of conduct as stipulated by the BPS and Healthcare Professional Council, and in agreement with the Clinical Psychology Service manager.
About Us
We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible.
About Us
Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups. Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents. We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy. For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy). All jobs will require permission to work in the UK. For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started. Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential cri
Date posted
19 November 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£53,755 to £60,504 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
002047
Job locations
Cedars Centre
Cedar Avenue
Leicester
Wigston
LE18 2LA
Job Description
Job responsibilities
If you like what you've read and would like more information on the duties and responsibilities of this role, please click onto “Apply for this job” and you will be re-directed to our vacancies page where you can review the job description and person specification.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
If you like what you've read and would like more information on the duties and responsibilities of this role, please click onto “Apply for this job” and you will be re-directed to our vacancies page where you can review the job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
- Please click onto Apply for this job and you will be re-directed to our vacancies page where you can review the job description and person specification. This document outlines the full range of criteria that are required for the role. In your application, you can state how you meet the criteria in the job description and person specification.
- Please click onto Apply for this job and you will be re-directed to our vacancies page where you can review the job description and person specification. This document outlines the full range of criteria that are required for the role. In your application, you can state how you meet the criteria in the job description and person specification.
- Please click onto Apply for this job and you will be re-directed to our vacancies page where you can review the job description and person specification. This document outlines the full range of criteria that are required for the role. In your application, you can state how you meet the criteria in the job description and person specification.
- Please click onto Apply for this job and you will be re-directed to our vacancies page where you can review the job description and person specification. This document outlines the full range of criteria that are required for the role. In your application, you can state how you meet the criteria in the job description and person specification.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitatio
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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).
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1. Clinical Assessment: Ability to conduct assessments using a range of psychological tests, interviews, and observational methods.
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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.
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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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