Clinical/Counselling Child Psychologist or Psychotherapist
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
We are seeking a Band 8a Clinical/Counselling Child Psychologist to join our busy and dynamic outpatient CAMHS team in Redbridge on a permanent contract. We have a growing and supportive therapy team, and we are looking for a psychologist who is passionate about young people's mental health and wellbeing to join us in the delivery of high quality and effective CAMHS interventions.
This role requires a post-graduate qualified Clinical/Counselling Psychologist registered with the appropriate professional or regulatory body and have 2 years plus experience in delivering Psychological Therapies in a CAMHS setting.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be an effective team member, using their own initiative, supporting their peers and team lead. They will have a commitment to actively support, liaise with other professionals & agencies as we embed a trauma and culturally informed model of practice within the service. They will receive regular clinical supervision from the lead psychologist and will be expected to attend and participate in MDT team meetings. This role is suited to a candidate who is keen on service development, as well as managing a clinical caseload.
Job responsibilities
Why Work for CAMHS in Redbridge?
At CAMHS Redbridge, we are dedicated to creating an exceptional environment where professionals can grow, innovate, and make a profound impact on the lives of children and young people. Here's why CAMHS at The Grove is a fantastic place to build your career:
* A Culture of Continuous Improvement: We are actively undergoing a Review of Structure and Pathways, ensuring that our team benefits from clear and exciting career progression opportunities.
* Open Days at The Grove Discover Our Unique Environment: We invite prospective therapists and mental health professionals to join us at our Open Days.
* Generous Welcome Package: To recognize the hard-to-recruit nature of certain roles, NELFT offers a Welcome Payment initiative.
* Investing in Your Development: Psychological Professions within NELFT are friendly, supportive and innovative.
* Work-Life Balance & Support: NELFT is recognized as a Top Ten Employer for working families.
* Hear from Our Team: Our team members at CAMHS Redbridge consistently speak to the sense of community.
By choosing to work with CAMHS Redbridge, you'll be part of a forward-thinking team that is committed to best practices, personal growth, and delivering outstanding care to our community.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* NVQ level 2 or equivalent standard of literacy and numeracy
* Successful completion of a post-graduate training in psychological practice
* To be eligible for registration as a full member of the appropriate professional body
Experience
* Extensive experience of working with difficult, disturbed or challenging children/young people
* Extensive experience of working with children and adolescents with co-morbid difficulties and special needs
* Experience of providing professional teaching and training for other professionals
Knowledge
* An awareness of NHS priorities
* High level knowledge of the theory and practice of clinical interventions in CAMHS/EWMHS
* Knowledge of legislation in relation to children and adolescents and safeguarding procedures
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.
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
£53,755 to £60,504 a yearpa pro rata (plus HCAS)
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