Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For Band 7 applicants we can offer the preceptorship opportunity which allows for progression to Band 8a after one year's full-time employment and completion of a portfolio to demonstrate competence to work at that level. For Band 7 post holders, there will also be support and supervision from a more experienced psychologist, and the responsibilities will be adjusted accordingly.
The Trust also has a strong commitment to providing successful applicants support to pursue relevant extended training.
As a group we prioritise the individual Psychologist's well-being. We want Psychologists to thrive and get the most from their employment as well as being able to balance this with their home life. We also believe that Psychology support is much more than providing therapy and Psychologists are therefore encouraged and given the freedom to develop their interests not only within direct clinical work, but also around the broader application of psychology to the mental health difficulties of the population we serve.
As well as working within the LMHTs, the successful candidates will be part of a vibrant and friendly group of psychological therapists who work across the Trust. We meet on a regular basis to share ideas and engage with CPD. Our commitment to you is that we will provide you with opportunities to develop professionally within a committed and supportive Adult Mental Health service, which plays an increasingly important role in supporting wider access to psychological therapies within community settings.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Doctorate level qualification in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent) or Counselling Psychology accredited by the BPS
2. Registered with the HCPC
3. Professional knowledge acquired through degree, postgraduate studies, clinical supervision
Training
Essential criteria
1. Core doctoral level training in either Clinical or Counselling Psychology
Desirable criteria
1. Specialist training in specific therapeutic approaches or clinical specialities
Experience
Essential criteria
1. Has worked psychologically with adults who have a range of mental health difficulties, and of providing interventions with individuals and care systems
2. Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting
3. Evaluating and auditing professional work
Desirable criteria
1. Supervising other clinicians
2. Publication in peer-reviewed research journals
3. Teaching mental health professionals about psychological issues
Knowledge
Essential criteria
1. Understanding of theories and interventions relevant to adults with mental health difficulties, their families and support systems
2. Risk assessment and risk management
3. Knowledge of a range of therapeutic approaches
4. Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology
Desirable criteria
1. Critical awareness of current themes in Adult Mental Health policy and research
2. Extended knowledge in additional interventions/assessments/models
Skills
Essential criteria
1. Effective verbal and written communication skills and relationship building skills
2. Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, formulation and intervention using a range of psychological models with service users with mental health difficulties
3. Planning skills to organise workload and delivery of client care
4. Effective IT skills
Desirable criteria
1. Skills in providing consultation and training to other professional and non-professional groups
Values & Behaviours
Essential criteria
1. All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Values - Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork.
2. All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role.
Contractual Requirements
Essential criteria
1. Travel across Trust sites may be required on occasion
Additional Information
1. The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the post early once we have received a sufficient number of applicants, so we advise you to submit your application early to prevent disappointment.
2. We will be requesting references by email. Please ensure you include email addresses and contact numbers for your referees to avoid delay in the recruitment process.
3. The Trust believes in treating everyone with dignity and respect and encourages applications from all sectors of the community. We guarantee an interview to candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum essential criteria.
4. Communication regarding your application will be sent via email therefore, please ensure you regularly check your spam/junk folder.
5. In submitting an application form, you authorise Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to confirm from your previous or current NHS employer and other prior employers; previous NHS service details and personal data held about you. This data will be transferred using NHS Electronic Staff Record and third party systems via an automated process and only used for the purposes of obtaining and maintaining accurate employment records, should you be appointed to the post. Should you require any further information please refer our Privacy Policy shown on the Trust website, please click here for more information.
6. For eligible posts, DBS disclosures are mandatory before commencement of employment. If you are in a position that is deemed a regulated adult and/or child care role, you will not be able to start your employment until we have received a satisfactory DBS Disclosure. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Convictions which would otherwise be considered as 'spent' will also be checked as part of an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
1. Band 8a Job Description and Person Spec (PDF, 400.4KB)
2. Band 7 Job Description and Person Spec (PDF, 360.4KB)
3. Colleague Benefits (PDF, 16.1MB)
4. About Nottinghamshire Healthcare (PDF, 1.5MB)
5. Colleague Benefits (PDF, 16.2MB)
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