Job summary This role as a Clinical Psychologist at a Barchester independent mental health hospital offers the opportunity to provide specialist psychology services and contribute to the delivery of high-quality care and support for patients. You will work with patients experiencing a range of mental health conditions, ensuring they are treated with respect and dignity. The role involves administering and interpreting psychometric and neuropsychological tests, liaising with referrers and other professionals, and developing and reviewing care and risk management plans. Main duties of the job As a Clinical Psychologist at a Barchester independent mental health hospital, you'll provide a specialist psychology service to help deliver the all-round quality care and support our patients deserve. You'll work with patients who could be emotionally stressed or living with depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, psychosis and other conditions, ensuring they are treated with respect and dignity. Your responsibilities will include selecting, administering and interpreting psychometric and neuropsychological tests, as well as liaising with referrers, GPs and other professionals to develop and review care and risk management plans. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of independent mental health hospitals, offering a range of specialist services and support to patients in need. The organisation is committed to delivering high-quality care and creating a safe and supportive environment for its patients. Date posted 19 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage. Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1175180184 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Peterlee SR8 5UP Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Clinical Psychologist at a Barchester independent mental health hospital, you'll provide a specialist psychology service to help us deliver the all-round quality care and support our patients deserve. We'll look to you to work with our patients who could be emotionally stressed or living with depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, psychosis and other conditions. Whatever their needs, you'll make sure every single patient is treated with respect and dignity. We'll rely on you to select, administer and interpret psychometric and neuropsychological tests, as well as liaise with referrers, GPs and other professionals to develop and review care and risk management plans. As a Clinical Psychologist at Barchester, you'll have the chance create a safe and supportive environment where our patients can get the best possible care. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Clinical Psychologist, you'll have an up-to-date knowledge on current developments in professional and clinical practice, making you the go-to person for information about relevant legislation and policies. We'll also look for excellent communication skills, as it's a role that will see you deliver complex and sensitive information and make psychological interventions with carers (or families as appropriate). You'll also keep accurate records and supervise the work of other multi-disciplinary staff when appropriate. A dedicated and insightful professional, you'll always be focused on our patients' wellbeing. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous package would include: Free learning and development Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Nurse Mentor and Refer a Friend bonus schemes Offer to pay Skilled Worker visa application fee for eligible nurses If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be. Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Clinical Psychologist at a Barchester independent mental health hospital, you'll provide a specialist psychology service to help us deliver the all-round quality care and support our patients deserve. We'll look to you to work with our patients who could be emotionally stressed or living with depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, psychosis and other conditions. Whatever their needs, you'll make sure every single patient is treated with respect and dignity. We'll rely on you to select, administer and interpret psychometric and neuropsychological tests, as well as liaise with referrers, GPs and other professionals to develop and review care and risk management plans. As a Clinical Psychologist at Barchester, you'll have the chance create a safe and supportive environment where our patients can get the best possible care. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Clinical Psychologist, you'll have an up-to-date knowledge on current developments in professional and clinical practice, making you the go-to person for information about relevant legislation and policies. We'll also look for excellent communication skills, as it's a role that will see you deliver complex and sensitive information and make psychological interventions with carers (or families as appropriate). You'll also keep accurate records and supervise the work of other multi-disciplinary staff when appropriate. A dedicated and insightful professional, you'll always be focused on our patients' wellbeing. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous package would include: Free learning and development Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Nurse Mentor and Refer a Friend bonus schemes Offer to pay Skilled Worker visa application fee for eligible nurses If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To join us as a Clinical Psychologist, you'll have an up-to-date knowledge on current developments in professional and clinical practice, excellent communication skills, and a dedication to patient wellbeing. You'll also be responsible for supervising the work of other multi-disciplinary staff when appropriate. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To join us as a Clinical Psychologist, you'll have an up-to-date knowledge on current developments in professional and clinical practice, excellent communication skills, and a dedication to patient wellbeing. You'll also be responsible for supervising the work of other multi-disciplinary staff when appropriate. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Peterlee SR8 5UP Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)