Clinical Psychologist inLiverpool inLiverpool PUBLISHED 10 OCT 2024
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust rDYcspZ6
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The post holder will contribute to staff development by offering consultancy and supervision.
The post holder will hold a strategic position as Clinical Lead for the unit. They will have a key role in maintaining a psychosocial environment; ensuring that the unit adheres to the theoretical principles of the PIPE model.The post holder will contribute to staff development by offering consultancy and supervision. They themselves will be offered peer supervision along with the other clinical leads of the PIPE pilots.
The post holder will ensure that the delivery of psychological aspects of the service is compliant with current and emerging policy and delivery arrangements. They will also provide general expert advice in relation to the risk assessment and management of offenders.
Post holders are required to proactively promote offender management policy in all activities and behaviours e.g. promote diversity, decency, safety and reducing reoffending agendas.
There will be requirement to contribute to research, consultancy and training activities as deemed appropriate by their Line manager in conjunction with National PIPE leads. This will include facilitating the national evaluation of the PIPE field test services, and liaising with the Personality Disorder Policy Team within Rehabilitation Services Group (RSG).
Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.
We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.
At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.
Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Michael Petalas Job title: Principal Clinical Psychologist Email address: Telephone number:
The post holder will hold a strategic position as Clinical Lead for the unit. They will have a key role in maintaining a psychosocial environment; ensuring that the unit adheres to the theoretical principles of the PIPE model.
The post holder will contribute to staff development by offering consultancy and supervision. They themselves will be offered peer supervision along with the other clinical leads of the PIPE pilots.
The post holder will ensure that the delivery of psychological aspects of the service is compliant with current and emerging policy and delivery arrangements. They will also provide general expert advice in relation to the risk assessment and management of offenders.
Post holders are required to proactively promote offender management policy in all activities and behaviours e.g. promote diversity, decency, safety and reducing reoffending agendas.
There will be requirement to contribute to research, consultancy and training activities as deemed appropriate by their Line manager in conjunction with National PIPE leads. This will include facilitating the national evaluation of the PIPE field test services, and liaising with the Personality Disorder Policy Team within Rehabilitation Services Group (RSG).
Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.
We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.
At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.
Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Michael Petalas Job title: Principal Clinical Psychologist Email address: Telephone number:
The post holder will contribute to staff development by offering consultancy and supervision. They themselves will be offered peer supervision along with the other clinical leads of the PIPE pilots.
The post holder will ensure that the delivery of psychological aspects of the service is compliant with current and emerging policy and delivery arrangements. They will also provide general expert advice in relation to the risk assessment and management of offenders.
Post holders are required to proactively promote offender management policy in all activities and behaviours e.g. promote diversity, decency, safety and reducing reoffending agendas.
There will be requirement to contribute to research, consultancy and training activities as deemed appropriate by their Line manager in conjunction with National PIPE leads. This will include facilitating the national evaluation of the PIPE field test services, and liaising with the Personality Disorder Policy Team within Rehabilitation Services Group (RSG).
Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.
We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.
At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.
Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Michael Petalas Job title: Principal Clinical Psychologist Email address: Telephone number:
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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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