A great new job opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Psychologist to work in an exceptional hospital based in the Edgbaston, Birmingham area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

 

This special hospital is a rehabilitation and recovery service for females with complex mental health needs, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorders. Some may have co-morbid conditions such as mild learning disabilities, alcohol and drug use and borderline personality disorder

 

As the Psychologist your key responsibilities include:

·         Be responsible for providing high quality clinical assessments

·         You will support with the delivery of a full ward programme which will include facilitating groups and managing a case load of patient for individual therapy sessions

·         Use a range of psychological therapies including dialectical behavioural therapy

·         Will be involved in Risk Assessments and Management

·         Delivering full programme for groups and individuals for therapy primarily using DBT/CBT, Risk Assessments and Management

·         Work creatively and flexibly to develop and implement innovative practice and service developments as well as working from established evidence base

·         Will be supported by an Assistant Psychologist and you will be responsible for their clinical supervision

·         Responsible for completing patient reports, inputting data on care notes, completing 16 week timetable

 

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

·         Minimum of 2 years experience in working in mental health services

·         Promote good communication skills written and verbally

·         Ensure audit compliance (CQC)

·         Able to show a can-do attitude always

 

The successful Psychologist will receive an excellent salary of £50,000 pro rata DOE. This exciting position is a Full Time role working 30 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

·         25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

·         A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP)

·         Private Medical Insurance Scheme

·         Free meals while on duty

·         Carefirst – Employee Assistance Services

·         Continuous learning and development

·         Childcare vouchers

·         Career development

·         Personal health insurance

·         Free car parking (at most sites)

·         Voluntary Benefits

 

Reference ID: 2623

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [email protected]