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Clinical / Counselling Psychologist or Systemic Family Therapist
Band 8a
Main area Clinical and Counselling Psychology or Systemic Family Therapy Grade Band 8a Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 246-GYW7000698
Site Dragonfly Unit, Carlton Court Town Lowestoft Salary £53,755 - £60,504 gross per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 31/03/2025 23:59
Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing, older people's and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and want to reflect the diversity of our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience.
JOB DESCRIPTION/PERSON SPECIFICATION
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Job overview
We are looking for a Systemic Family Therapist or Clinical Psychologist/Counselling Psychologist.
This is a substantive post funded at 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE). We welcome applications from newly qualified psychologists who would start on a preceptorship role prior to taking 8a responsibilities.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will form an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team in a senior management role within the unit.
Successful applicants will provide psychological assessment and treatment for patients and their families and carers. They will also provide formulation, chair and lead meetings, conduct and contribute to our reflective practices and provide managerial support as a senior member of the team.
Dragonfly Unit is developing services and innovation. There is a clinical model, established treatment pathways and reflective practice systems in place to support the practice and effectiveness of the service and the experience of the young people.
Job planning will be completed with the successful candidate to ensure that they are able to work safely and competently in accordance with professional guidelines.
Working for our organisation
Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Systemic approaches are central to working with young people and their families, none more so than within inpatient treatment settings where there are multiple systems involved. The Dragonfly Unit is a CQC rated Good service and provides assessment and treatment to adolescents presenting with severe mental health disorder and risks. The post holder would join a full MDT and work with a Consultant Clinical Psychologist who leads the Therapies pathway.
Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!
Person specification
Qualifications
* Masters or Doctoral level qualification in Systemic Psychotherapy
* Eligibility for UKCP registration
* Training in teaching Systematic Psychotherapy
Experience
* Evidence of continuing professional development as required by UKCP/AFT guidelines
Skills & Knowledge
* Skills in applying systemic theory to work with individuals, couples, family systems, groups and organisations
* Working with people with acute and enduring mental health problems and Learning Disabilities.
* Working knowledge of relevant legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to mental health and the full range of client groups
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Apart from its legal duties in relation to equality and diversity, the Trust recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
As a part of the Disability Confident Employer Guaranteed Interview Scheme we interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job vacancy (outlined in the Person Specification).. We encourage you to indicate your eligibility through TRAC jobs when applying.
DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK (formerly CRB)
The Trust has now introduced a DBS Update Service which is a contractual requirement. You need to subscribe when you have applied for your DBS clearance and there is a time limit to subscribe of 19 days after receipt of your DBS disclosure. Please ensure that this is completed within the set time scale.
Name Dr Ben Gurney-Smith Job title Consultant Clinical Psychologist Email address ben.gurney-smith@nsft.nhs.uk Telephone number 01502527400 Additional information
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