Clinical Psychologist in Basildon inBasildon PUBLISHED FRI 21 FEB 2025 Jump to job information section

Band 7: £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum pro rata plus HCAS PERMANENT GOOD SALARY SPONSORSHIP POSSIBLE

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Job description

The Children's Autism and ADHD assessment team are looking for a Clinical Psychologist to work in our assessment pathway. Whilst experience is beneficial, we are keen to find a Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about neurodiversity and who wants to support young people through a positive assessment process.

Your role will be to complete Autism and ADHD assessments as part of the MDT and at times take the lead clinician role. You will be supported by the Senior Clinical Psychologist as well as senior clinicians in the wider team. The team made up of Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Specialist Nurses and Community Paediatricians.

There will also be the opportunity to contribute to training and education, work alongside partner organisations and support the development of pre and post diagnostic work.

The main duties of this role include -

Undertaking Autism assessments
Undertaking ADHD assessments
Completing other standardised assessments as part of the overall assessment process e.g. Cognitive assessments
Working as part of a Multi-disciplinary team
Support development of pre and post diagnostic work
Support the development of training and education to partner agencies
Attend regular supervision with the Senior Clinical Psychologist
Attend multi-disciplinary team meetings
Travel between sites
Computer based tasks e.g. report writing

About us
The post-holder will be a post-graduate qualified Clinical Psychologist with HCPC registration. This post is suitable for a newly qualified Clinical Psychologist who is looking to work with Neurodivergent Children and Young People.

The post holder will provide clinical assessments of Autism and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) for Children and Young people. They will within the multi-disciplinary team to provide evidenced based assessments in line with NICE guidance and be expected to be the lead practitioner for some assessments.

The post-holder will contribute to wider muti-agency discussions and meetings to discuss individual cases and collaborative working across Community Paediatrics and partner service e.g. CAMHS

The post-holder will contribute to service development and research under the supervision of the Senior Clinical Psychologist to continuously work towards providing an improved service to the children and young people in Essex. This may include pre and post diagnostic work as well as training to key partners such as education settings.

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Useful skills for a Clinical Psychologist: Click to view

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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