Clinical Psychologist

Job summary As a Clinical Psychologist at Barchester's independent mental health hospital, you'll provide specialist psychological services to help deliver high-quality care and support to patients dealing with a range of mental health conditions. You'll work in a safe and supportive environment, using your clinical expertise and excellent communication skills to make a positive difference in the lives of the people we care for. Main duties of the job As a Clinical Psychologist, you'll be responsible for providing a comprehensive psychological service to patients at Barchester's Billingham Grange Independent Hospital and Hawthorns Care Centre. This will involve administering and interpreting psychometric and neuropsychological tests, liaising with referrers and other professionals, and developing and reviewing care and risk management plans. You'll be expected to have an up-to-date knowledge of current developments in professional and clinical practice, and to communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, carers, and the wider multidisciplinary team. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care and support services in the UK. They operate a network of independent hospitals and care homes, with a focus on delivering person-centered care and supporting the overall wellbeing of their patients and residents. As an employer, Barchester is committed to providing a rewarding and empowering work environment, with a range of competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development. Job responsibilities Note: Role consists of working between Billingham Grange Independent Hospital (in Billingham) and Hawthorns Care Centre (in Peterlee) 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 be considered for this role, you'll need to have a relevant postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology, as well as current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). You should also have excellent communication skills, a dedication to patient-centered care, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. 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 Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare, Billingham, TS23 3TY Employer's website

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