Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist
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Band 8A (up to 1.0wte but those looking for 0.8/0.9wte are encouraged to apply)
Intermediate Neurorehabilitation Unit (INRU)
We are keen to recruit a Clinical Psychologist/Neuropsychologist to work within our Trust in a well-developed and experienced neuropsychology service. This permanent post will really benefit someone looking for a diverse range of experience in neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation, as well as gaining key skills in supporting safe discharge planning. We anticipate that the post will suit those keen to develop their clinical skills/portfolios, particularly those considering or working towards QiCN status.
Working pattern (hours):- Full time- Part timeWe are happy to consider applications from soon to qualify/recently qualified practitioner psychologists who would be appointed at Band 7 initially.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will ideally have experience of and enthusiasm for working within neuropsychological services and will provide a service of specialist assessment and intervention, working with a team of multidisciplinary staff. There are excellent opportunities within the service to become involved with service developments and with audit and research projects. The service has close links with Lancaster and Liverpool Doctorate Training Programmes and is the Host Trust for the Manchester Doctorate Programme, and you may gain valuable experience in supervising other staff as a result.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional qualification in Clinical Psychology at doctoral level (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS
- Registration as a Clinical Psychologist with the HCPC
Desirable
- Post qualification training in Neuropsychology
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a Clinical Psychologist within Neuropsychological services post qualification (less experienced candidates will be appointed at Band 7 and work towards 8A competencies)
- Experience of providing supervision and training
- Previous experience of neuropsychological assessment and delivering structured psychological interventions to clients with complex neuropsychological presentations
- Experience of working with clients with challenging behaviours arising from neuropsychological conditions
Desirable
- Experience of working within stroke/neurorehabilitation neuropsychology services in either community or inpatient settings
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team within NHS Services
Knowledge
Essential
- Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practiced within the field of clinical psychology.
Desirable
- Knowledge of legislation in relation to clients of the service eg Mental Capacity Act and DOLS
Skills
Essential
- Skills in the use of complex methods of neuropsychological assessment, intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration
- Skills in providing clinical consultation to other professionals.
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and to liaise effectively with other professionals
About the employer
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000members of staff, who deliver services from more than122locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.