Clinical Psychologist inYork inYork PUBLISHED WED 18 DEC 2024

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Active Care Group is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join their team at the Woodlands Neurological Rehabilitation Centre in York, where they provide specialized care for adults with complex neurological conditions. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to create and implement personalized rehabilitation plans, conducting psychological assessments, delivering therapy, and supervising a part-time Assistant Psychologist. Candidates should be dedicated to supporting patients' emotional and mental well-being while promoting their independence and self-belief throughout their recovery journey.

The position offers a flexible 30-hour work week, competitive salary, and numerous benefits, including 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, training and development opportunities, employee discounts, and health plan options. Active Care Group is committed to employee well-being and career development, making it an ideal environment for professionals passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients.

Come and join one of the UK's largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Are you passionate about transforming lives and making a real difference? Join our team at Woodlands Neurological Rehabilitation Centre, where we provide exceptional care and rehabilitation for adults with complex neurological conditions.

About us
Our work is driven by patient success stories like Stanley’s. Stanley came to us after contracting Guillain-Barré syndrome, a rare and serious condition affecting the nerves. When he arrived, he couldn’t walk, feed himself, or use his right arm. Yet, after 24 weeks of determination, resilience, and support from our dedicated team, Stanley walked out of Woodlands unaided, achieving his ultimate goal.

Stanley shared:

“I would like to thank everybody here at Woodlands in every single department for helping me on my road to recovery. Words of encouragement, a friendly smile, an impromptu chat, a shoulder to lean on — these were all on offer at Woodlands. You’ve given me self-belief and taught me once more how to be independent.”

We pride ourselves on delivering expert care with warmth, compassion, and humour — values that Stanley reminded us are essential to the healing process.

Be part of our team, where patient success stories begin.

Apply today to join Woodlands and help others achieve their ultimate goals. Together, we can make a difference.

What you'll be working:

This role is 30 hours per week with days and times to be agreed. We understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible.

What you'll be doing:

Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement personalised rehabilitation plans

Deliver tailored psychological assessments, therapy, and interventions to support patient recovery

Evaluate the effectiveness of individual and group treatment programmes

Provide effective line management and clinical supervision to a part-time Assistant Psychologist, ensuring their professional development and the delivery of high-quality support to patients

Champion the emotional and mental well-being of patients and their families during their rehabilitation journey

Lead initiatives to promote self-belief and independence among patients

Contribute to the service's ongoing development through clinical expertise and innovation

Keep people safe from any harm and protect their human rights

What to look forward to:

25 days plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities

Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop

Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice

A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension

Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians

We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme

Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits

Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know

……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

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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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