Clinical or Counselling Psychologist | Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 24 May 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £45,753 - £52,067 per annum (Incl. HCAS) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 23 June 2024 |
| Location: | Reading, RG6 6BZ |
| Company: | Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6343601/371-CFS245 |
Summary
We are looking foraBand7 Clinical/Counselling Psychologistto joinReading CAMHS, whichis part ofthe widerWest SpecialistCommunityTeams(SCT)which cover Wokingham, Reading and Newbury.This post is basedatErleghHouse,University ofReading.
Our SCT Teams are multi-disciplinary teams that deliver treatments to young people in theReadingareawho areliving with more complex, severe, and enduring mental health problems. As a result, you will find yourself working jointly with other professions such as Children’sSocialCare.
We are keen for clinicians newly qualifying to apply for this post.The ideal clinician will be thoughtful and reflective, and someone whois a team player.We are an experienced team and as aServiceweare able toprovide a supportive structure and regular supervision to newly qualifiedmembers of the team.
TheReadingteam is warm, compassionate, and welcoming. Youwill beprovided witha supportiveintroduction, regularsupervisionand plenty of in-house training opportunities. We also have our free parking on-site. Caseloads are protected and manageable despite a waitlist for treatment.
Staffwellbeing and development is a priority for the team, alongside clinical and management supervision,there is dedicated time for reflective case discussion and team formulation, wellbeing activities and support.
• To complete risk reviews and update safety and care plans for patients and give advice.
• Provide comprehensive assessments and therapeutic interventions to young people and their families, asappropriate.
• Provide care coordination for young people open to theService.
• Independently manage an appropriately sized caseload.
• Use supervision effectively.
• To work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team as well as patients, carers, family members and internal and external agencies
• Work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise.responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice.
• Maintain own continuing professional development and contribute to team professional development initiatives.
• To consult with members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team to ensure effective and safe care planning for young people.
• Toidentifyand report any safeguarding issues as they may arise.
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.
We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer.We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you’ll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:
• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.
Benefits of working for us include:
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance.
• 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave.
• Free parking across Trust sites
The 3/4 “must haves” for you to be considered for this role:
1. A Clinical registrable qualificationi.e. Clinical or Counselling Psychologist.
2. Experience in Mental Health services.
3. The ability to managecomplexity
4. To work as part of a team
If you’re someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and let’s be outstanding together.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don’t hesitate to call: [Insert Hiring Manager’s Name] on [Insert Hiring Manager’s Phone number] or email: [Insert Hiring Manager’s email] who’ll be delighted to help.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
This advert closes on Sunday 2 Jun 2024
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