Clinical Psychologist/ Wellbeing Practitioner
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust's Colleague Support Service provides vital support to colleagues across the Somerset health and care system. We are dedicated to reducing distress through preventative and responsive psychological interventions, fostering a supportive and compassionate workplace for all. Main duties of the job
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Psychologist or Wellbeing Practitioner to join our Colleague Support Service. You will deliver brief, evidence-based psychological interventions to colleagues experiencing emotional distress and help facilitate a culture of psychological wellbeing. This role involves delivering care that is empathetic, trauma-informed, and respectful, while working as part of a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to staff wellbeing. What We Offer
A supportive and inclusive working environment that values staff wellbeing. Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training. Flexible working arrangements. NHS benefits, including a generous pension scheme and annual leave entitlement. The chance to make a tangible difference to colleagues' lives and contribute to a healthier workplace culture. Job responsibilities
Conduct clinical assessments and deliver brief psychological interventions for issues such as stress, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and anger. Develop and implement therapeutic plans, ensuring care is evidence-based and tailored to individual needs. Provide consultations, supervision, and shadowing opportunities to Assistant Psychologists and Placement Students. Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and research projects to enhance the effectiveness of the Colleague Support Service. Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including mental health services, housing, chaplaincy, and other professionals. Maintain accurate electronic records and adhere to Trust policies, including data protection and confidentiality. Person Specification
Qualifications
Doctoral level training in clinical/counselling psychology OR core mental health profession with additional therapy qualifications and accreditation (BABCP/BACP) OR qualifications in 2 or more therapy models (BABAP/BACP accredited qualifications) with minimum 3 years NHS experience. Experience
Experience of using psychiatric or psychological assessments. Experience of psychological research and/or Quality Improvement methodology. Experience of working with colleagues with emotional distress or mental health difficulties. Application of quality improvement methodology. Experience of recruiting to a research study. 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.
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Somerset NHS Foundation Trust's Colleague Support Service provides vital support to colleagues across the Somerset health and care system. We are dedicated to reducing distress through preventative and responsive psychological interventions, fostering a supportive and compassionate workplace for all. Main duties of the job
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Psychologist or Wellbeing Practitioner to join our Colleague Support Service. You will deliver brief, evidence-based psychological interventions to colleagues experiencing emotional distress and help facilitate a culture of psychological wellbeing. This role involves delivering care that is empathetic, trauma-informed, and respectful, while working as part of a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to staff wellbeing. What We Offer
A supportive and inclusive working environment that values staff wellbeing. Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training. Flexible working arrangements. NHS benefits, including a generous pension scheme and annual leave entitlement. The chance to make a tangible difference to colleagues' lives and contribute to a healthier workplace culture. Job responsibilities
Conduct clinical assessments and deliver brief psychological interventions for issues such as stress, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and anger. Develop and implement therapeutic plans, ensuring care is evidence-based and tailored to individual needs. Provide consultations, supervision, and shadowing opportunities to Assistant Psychologists and Placement Students. Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and research projects to enhance the effectiveness of the Colleague Support Service. Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including mental health services, housing, chaplaincy, and other professionals. Maintain accurate electronic records and adhere to Trust policies, including data protection and confidentiality. Person Specification
Qualifications
Doctoral level training in clinical/counselling psychology OR core mental health profession with additional therapy qualifications and accreditation (BABCP/BACP) OR qualifications in 2 or more therapy models (BABAP/BACP accredited qualifications) with minimum 3 years NHS experience. Experience
Experience of using psychiatric or psychological assessments. Experience of psychological research and/or Quality Improvement methodology. Experience of working with colleagues with emotional distress or mental health difficulties. Application of quality improvement methodology. Experience of recruiting to a research study. 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.
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