An outstanding new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Head of Psychology to work in an exceptional mental health service based in the Diss, Norfolk area.
You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers. This service provides low secure care and specialised treatment for adults aged 18 years and older with a learning disability. Patients may also have other associated conditions including personality disorders, mental illnesses and autistic spectrum disorders (ASDs).
To be considered for this position you must be qualified as a HCPC Registered Psychologist.
As the Head of Psychology your key responsibilities include:
* Work closely with the Hospital Director/Director of Services/Medical director.
* Ensure both the professional psychological practice and quality of the psychology department.
* Guarantee excellence in patient experience and outcomes.
* Work with a dynamic multi-professional team leading development of individual formulations and psychological assessment.
* Support the development and delivery of behavioural and other psychological interventions for patients and service users and provide appropriately developed psychologically informed guidance to reduce risks, aid recovery and independence.
* Develop and deliver formulation led care and be competent in a range of therapeutic delivery while working with clients with complex needs.
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
* Effective consultancy skills and the ability to manage clinical/organisational projects.
* Competence in line management responsibilities and service-related standards including clinical governance.
* Strategic in your leadership and relationships with senior managers and senior clinicians across your site.
* A confident leader who is keen to help develop others.
* Understanding of the dynamics of working in both hospital and other healthcare environments.
* Able to offer containment and support to those who need it within a culture of compassion.
* Provide leadership to the MDT and contribute to the development of services.
The successful Head of Psychology will receive an excellent salary of £68,500 per annum DOE. This exciting position is a permanent full-time role working 37.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
* Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Free parking at every site.
* Health and wellbeing support through our EAP (Employee Assistance Programme).
* Pension scheme with a contribution.
* SMART Pensions - Opt for a slightly smaller salary and we pay an extra contribution into your pension.
* Cycle scheme - Get a tax-free bike with equipment and pay monthly from your salary.
* Computing scheme - Buy the latest technology at no more than the RRP using salary exchange.
* Our shopping discount site with great offers for online and in-store shopping.
* GymFlex - Spread the cost of an annual gym membership over 12 months.
Reference ID: 6842
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV.
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