About the job We are currently searching for Clinical psychologists all over the UK. You will be part of one of the largest networks of independent expert witnesses, operating from over 200 clinics across the UK, with over 48 clinical psychologists. With more than 12 years of expertise in the medico legal sector, we provide services of the highest calibre and uphold our dedication to excellence. About the role - You'll work as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside doctors, nurses, social workers, education professionals, health visitors, psychiatrists and occupational therapists - Jobs are available in most cities and large towns, with fewer opportunities in rural areas. Self-employment or freelance work is possible in private or clinical practice, and for industrial or commercial consultancy. - The work can be challenging as it involves contact with many different types of people who are often distressed in some way. Occasionally, you might encounter situations of potential personal risk. - Supervision by colleagues is important throughout your career. Responsibilities - assess your clients' needs, abilities or behaviour using a variety of methods, including psychometric tests, interviews and direct observation of their behaviour - Plan, monitor and adapt appropriate treatment programmes and interventions, including therapy, counselling or advice, in collaboration with colleagues offer therapy and treatments for issues relating to a range of mental health conditions evaluate the efficacy and outcome of treatments - Provide consultation to other members of the multidisciplinary team, encouraging a psychological approach in their work - Counsel and support carers develop and evaluate service provision for clients - Provide clinical supervision to less experienced psychologists and members of the wider multidisciplinary team provide psychology teaching and training to other members of the team. - More experienced clinical psychologists may be called on to write legal reports and act as expert witnesses. In these cases, you'll keep - You'll work as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside doctors, nurses, social workers, education professionals, health visitors, psychiatrists and occupational therapists - Jobs are available in most cities and large towns, with fewer opportunities in rural areas. Self-employment or freelance work is possible in private or clinical practice, and for industrial or commercial consultancy. - Supervision by colleagues is important throughout your career Requirements - Doctoral level training in clinical psychology, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology as accredited by the BPS. - Registration with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) - Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in Scotland) - You'll need relevant work experience, often a minimum of 12 month - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to deal with people in distress - Empathy and a person-centered approach to client - The ability to apply your knowledge of academic psychology and research to clinical problems - The ability to recognize your own limitations and respond to difficult situations - The ability to collaborate with colleagues from other disciplines - Time management and prioritization skills - Good general IT skills