Psychologist B7/ Preceptorship B6/ 7 - three days inGuildford inGuildford PUBLISHED
TUE 29 OCT 2024
The successful candidate will be part of a supportive environment, receiving professional supervision from an experienced HCPC Applied Senior Psychologist, and engaging in Continuous Professional Development alongside other trainees and qualified psychologists. Key responsibilities include developing care plans that respect individual needs, conducting risk assessments, and practicing within a Positive Behaviour Support and trauma-informed care framework. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop clinical skills while contributing to service development initiatives.
We are delighted to be recruiting a either in the third year of a formally taught Clinical/Counselling Psychology Doctorate (Band 6), or already qualified and registered/eligible to register as a Band 7 Clinical/Counselling Psychologist.
Please note that this role is 3 days per week including Wednesday.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and innovative candidate with experience of, and a keen interest in mental health. To join Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Trust (SABP) and work within Community Mental Health Recovery Service (CMHRS).
We welcome applicants who are either in the third year of a formally taught Clinical/Counselling Psychology Doctorate, newly qualified or qualified with post-qualification experience. Any job offer will be dependent on meeting the person spec and/or HCPC registration. Any candidates who are within 12 months of attaining HCPC registration are encouraged to apply as well.
We are keen to recruit clinicians who wish to develop a well-rounded set of clinical skills but are also supportive in nurturing people's special interests.
The candidate must have a full and valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes due to the community element of this role and the large geographical area that this post covers.
The post covers the Guildford area and is based at The Redwood Centre on Farnham Road Hospital site. This post compliments the Psychologists in the team and will be a full member of the Multi-disciplinary Team .
Working in this field offers a wealth of opportunities for Trainee and Applied Psychologists to utilise a diverse range of professional skills, which includes completing comprehensive assessments and formulations, therapy interventions, consultation and training to non-psychology colleagues, and contribution to service development initiatives.
Other responsibilities will include:
- To actively involve people in developing and agreeing their own care plan, to act as an advocate and ensure that there is proper regard for their dignity, choice, self-esteem, racial, cultural, sexual and religious needs and preferences.
- To undertake comprehensive risk assessments and develop effective risk management plans.
- To practice within a Positive Behaviour Support and trauma informed care framework.
The post holder will be professionally supervised by an experienced HCPC Applied Senior Psychologist and will be well supported within the psychology departments, where Continuing Professional Development and staff support are highly valued.
There will also be opportunities for you to meet regularly with other Trainee and qualified Psychologists across the Trust for CPD events and service development/transformation projects.
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