Band 8a for experienced Psychologist
This is an exciting opportunity for an applied psychologist to develop their clinical and forensic skills and expertise further and work within a Psychology service that supports a trauma-informed, strengths-based and collaborative approach, drawing on a range of psychological models and approaches, including recovery, positive psychology, compassion-focused, good lives and systemic.
We are seeking to recruit a full-time, qualified psychologist (1.0 WTE x Band 8a) at Taith Newydd, a 28 bedded, purpose built Low Secure Unit. Taith Newydd provides an inpatient, adult (male only) service for individuals detained under the MHA with complex needs (e.g. significant mental health, personality, attachment, neurodiverse needs) who have a history of offending behaviour and risky behaviour. The Taith Newydd service has a recovery and rehabilitation focus that follows a model of least restrictive practice and forms part of the broader Rehabilitation and Recovery (R& R) Service within Swansea Bay University Health Board (SBU HB).
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide a range of psychological assessments and evidence based interventions, for clients with complex psychological needs to aid them in their recovery and reduce risk. The role will also involve offering advice and consultation on client psychological care to non-psychologist colleagues, as well as to other non-professional carers and workers of other agencies where appropriate. The post holder will be an active member of the Low Secure Service Group by contributing to service evaluation, audit and training, in addition to the clinical supervision of assistant and trainee psychologists. They will also have the opportunity to co-deliver reflective practice to other services within the wider R& R service group.
The health board actively encourages and supports research and Continuing Professional Development (CPD). The post holder will have access to regular clinical supervision and a training package (to be jointly agreed upon following commencement of the position). We have strong links with local MSc and doctoral training courses.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex, religion or belief, race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership, or whether they are disabled.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Applicants should have a post graduate qualification in clinical, forensic or counselling psychology and previous experience of working within an adult mental health or forensic setting. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
* Doctoral level training in clinical psychology or masters level training in forensic psychology
Desirable
* Training in relevant intervention skills e.g. CBT for psychosis.
Experience
Essential
* Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings.
Desirable
* Experience of the application of clinical / forensic in different cultural context.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
* Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
Desirable
* High level knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialised psychological therapies.
Employer details
Employer name
Swansea Bay University Health Board
Address
Taith Newydd Low Secure Unit
Glanrhyd Hospital Site
Bridgend
CF31 4LN
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