Clinical Psychologist inLichfield inLichfield PUBLISHED
TUE 1 OCT 2024
The Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join their Learning Disability CAMHS Team in Lichfield, with opportunities available for newly qualifying psychologists as well as those at Band 8a. The successful candidate will be involved in providing specialist psychological assessments and therapeutic treatments for children and young people with moderate to severe learning disabilities, as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The role emphasises the importance of collaborative practice and will contribute to ongoing development and improvement within the psychological services workforce in South Staffordshire.
Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive assessments using various psychological tools, exercising professional autonomy in treatment decisions, and managing risks associated with client care. The position allows for flexible working arrangements and emphasises adherence to Trust policies while promoting high-quality psychological practices within a supportive team environment. Applicants are encouraged to review the job and person specification before applying.
Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive assessments using various psychological tools, exercising professional autonomy in treatment decisions, and managing risks associated with client care. The position allows for flexible working arrangements and emphasises adherence to Trust policies while promoting high-quality psychological practices within a supportive team environment. Applicants are encouraged to review the job and person specification before applying.
Are you a newly qualifying Clinical Psychologists seeking a Band 7-8a development post in 2024?
Or are you a Band 8a looking to work in a collaborative team where the clinical work is varied and complex? A team that offers a voice to their young people and families?
Meet our team:Meet our Learning Disability CAMHS Team (youtube.com)
2024 looks set to be a significant year of development for our psychological services workforce in South Staffordshire Children and Young People's Learning Disability Team (CYP LD TEAM), working alongside our specialist CAMHS services.
The successful candidates will benefit from being part of a programme of development and improvement in the psychological work offered across our five Specialist CAMHS Teams. We are prioritizing strong clinical leadership, high quality psychological practice and psychologically informed specialist CAMHS provision. Psychological practice across CAMHS will be further assured by the development of a strategy for psychological professions and psychological practice within our CAMHS transformation programme.
The position is based in Lichfield and will cover South Staffordshire. The candidate will work alongside our current Clinical Psychologist and be part of the wider MDT, which includes Nursing, OT, SALT and Psychiatry.
We are also able to consider requests for flexible working and/or reduced hours (minimum 0.8 wte)
- To provide specialist psychological assessments, within the areas of agreed responsibility, of children and young people whose have a diagnosis of moderate to severe learning disabilities, as part of a multi-disciplinary assessment process.
- Assessments will involve the interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations, semi-structured interviews, and guided clinical inquiry methods with clients, family members and others involved in the client's care.
- To exercise autonomous professional responsibility, within professional guidelines, for the assessment, therapeutic treatment and discharge of children and their families/carers. The post-holder will exercise responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice within their work. You will be responsible for adhering to relevant Trust policies and standards and will be accountable for professional and clinical actions.
- To undertake risk assessment and risk management regarding individual clients.
- To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the young person, parents or family/carers.
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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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