Clinical Psychologist - Psychology Health inExeter inExeter PUBLISHED WED 8 JAN 2025

Band 7: £46,148 to £52,809 a year pro rata (30 hours per week) PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

CASELOAD FAMILY MENTAL HEALTH NHS OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

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The Devon Partnership NHS Trust is seeking a Band 7 Clinical Psychologist to join their Pain Service at the Royal Devon University Hospital (RDUH) in Exeter, working 30 hours per week. In this dynamic role, the successful candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including other psychologists, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists, focusing on improving the psychological health and wellbeing of patients with persistent pain and related disorders. Responsibilities include providing psychological assessments and therapies, contributing to team meetings, supervising staff and trainees, and engaging in research and professional development opportunities through established links with Exeter and Plymouth Universities.

The post requires the ability to work autonomously while adhering to professional guidelines and ensuring the quality of psychological practices within the health teams. The candidate will manage a specialized caseload, offering consultancy to patients, families, and professionals. Support from senior colleagues and regular supervision will be provided to foster the development of clinical skills within the context of integrated mental health services at RDUH. This role emphasises collaboration, professional growth, and the impact of psychological services on patient care.

Are you someone looking for a career in one of the UK's most respected mental health and learning disability trusts?

Would you like to be part of a dedicated team committed to making a difference to peoples lives to enjoy a better future?

We are looking for a Band 7 Clinical Psychologist to join the Pain Service working 30 hours per week, based at the Royal Devon University Hospital (RDUH), in Exeter. There are other psychologists in the team and you will work alongside RDUH colleagues such as physiotherapists.

The role is dynamic and challenging. The post holder would work closely with members of a multidisciplinary Pain Management Rehabilitation Service including other Clinical Psychologists, Consultant Specialists, Nurses, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists. They will also be part of the wider Clinical Health Psychology & Neuropsychology services to the Royal Devon University Hospital (RDUH) Trust. The post-holder will also benefit from established links with Exeter and Plymouth Universities, with opportunities for teaching, supervision, CPD and research.

You will be part of an innovative and supportive clinical health psychology & neuropsychology service within the Trust serving the RDUH Trust across both its Exeter and North Devon sites. You will have access professional support and potentially further training initiatives linked to the job role.

The post involves working alongside the other psychologists in the pain psychology service in delivering assessments and individual psychological therapies for people with persistent pain. The psychology team is embedded within the multidisciplinary Pain Management Rehabilitation Team (Occupational therapy and Physiotherapy) and works closely with consultant and nursing colleagues. You will have the opportunity to contribute to MDT meetings, work with other professionals and be involved in delivering group interventions.

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Job purpose
The principal purpose of the job is to improve the psychological health & wellbeing of people with persistent pain and related disorders who attend the Royal Devon University Hospital (RDUH) Pain Management Service.
This will be achieved in this post by-
1. Providing a Clinical Psychology and Psychological Therapies service to the Pain Service at the RDUH. This forms a key component of integrated mental health and wellbeing services within the Royal Devon University HealthCare NHS Foundation Trust.
2. Contributing to the local clinical leadership, co-ordination and supervision of staff, trainees and volunteers employed by or attached to the Pain Management Rehabilitation Service, under the general direction and supervision of the Professional Manager.
3. Carrying a specialist caseload of clients, and providing advice and consultancy to patients, family members, carers and professionals.
4. The post holder will be supported by the Professional Leads and also by senior colleagues within the Pain Management Rehabilitation Team Psychology Service and the wider Clinical Health and Neuropsychology Service. The post holder will be expected to make good use of the expertise of others within the service to further develop their clinical skills with this client group
5. To work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice within the health teams and services they will work with.

6. The post holder will receive regular professional and clinical supervision in accordance to Trust policy and to Professional Practice Guidelines set out by the British Psychological Society or appropriate designated Professional Body

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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.