We have an exciting opportunity for a clinical or counselling psychologist to undertake a development post from 8a to 8b working in our neuropsychological pathways in Worcestershire. This would include working across a range of conditions including ABI and neurodegenerative disease. The post is up to 4 days. They will support the development of a matched care approach with an emphasis on multi-disciplinary working and psychological consultation. They will be experienced in the use and interpretation of neuropsychological and psychological assessments, MDT working, specialist delivery of psychological, vocational and neuropsychological interventions as well as supervision, consultation, teaching and training. The psychology team is very supportive and has lots of development opportunities. We have previously supported people to complete their QICN as well other trainings (e.g. CAT). To find out more please contact fiona.pipon-youngnhs.net. Main duties of the job • Providing neuropsychological assessments and interventions for people with acquired and neurodegenerative brain injury, including FND, and their families and contributing to a culture of support and collaboration both in the service and with partner. Interventions may involve family members and carers and include liaison and consultation. • Active contribution to MDTs: providing case discussion and care planning with an emphasis on sharing biopsychosocial formulations and evidence based interventions • Contributing to audit, research and service development • Providing formal and adhoc supervision to other staff, including trainees as well as providing teaching and learning opportunities. • Providing clinical expertise and leadership in the psychological and cognitive needs of people following a stroke and ABI and their families and contributing to a culture of support and collaboration both in the service and with partner agencies. About us At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Our people (all 4500 of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites. We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities. What we offer • 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service • Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours • Flexible and agile working opportunities • Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support • Wide range of staff networks such as LGBT and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage) • Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemes • Health and wellbeing opportunities • If you would like to know more, please visit our careers website. Person Specification Qualifications Essential • BSc/BA Honours degree at 2:1 or above in psychology • Post graduate Doctorate in Clinical/Counselling Psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) • Post qualification training in specific, evidence based techniques for use with clients with complex psychological presentations and/or physical health difficulties, across the age span • Evidence of regular further professional training and experience as required by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the BPS • Eligible for registration as a Chartered Psychologist (Clinical or Counselling) by the BPS • Eligible for registration as a Practitioner member of the BPS Division of Clinical/Counselling Psychology • Registered with HCPC as a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist • I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer Experience Essential • Experience required specific to the role and clinical area • A minimum of 2 years of experience working as a qualified Clinical/Counselling Psychologist within the relevant area • Sufficient training and experience to be recognised by the Division of Clinical/Counselling Psychology as a suitably qualified psychologist to offer clinical placements to trainee Clinical/Counselling Psychologists • Training and experience in the application of psychological knowledge within a number of different specialties • Experience of assessing and providing a wide range of psychological interventions to patients presenting with the full degree of clinical severity and across a range of clinical mental health presentations • Experience of conducting clinically relevant research Desirable • Experience of strategic planning and service development • Experience of teaching and training psychologists in a Clinical/Counselling Psychology doctorate training course • Experience of leading in relation to the development and organisation of psychological interventions within a given clinical area Additional Criteria Essential • Able to meet the travel requirements of the post Desirable • Previous publications in either peer reviewed academic or professional journal and/or books Skills & Abilities Desirable • Able to think strategically; to consider the wider picture for developing specialist services long term and planning developments, which may impact across agencies Knowledge Essential • Knowledge required specific to the role and clinical area • Well-developed psychometric assessment skills