Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role, please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application, please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse, and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills, and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact
dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net . If you are interested in moving to Dorset, there is also the possibility of a relocation package which can be discussed in the interview. For further details on relocation expenses, please email
dhc.careers@nhs.net . Person specification Knowledge, skills and training Essential criteria Post-graduate doctorate in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS or HCPC. Degree level knowledge of research design and methodology, as practiced within the field of mental health. Membership of HCPC. Desirable criteria Experience of clinical supervision for trainees and/or assistant clinical psychologists. Information Technology Essential criteria Ability to use a computer and Internet for word processing, keeping electronic notes, spreadsheets, presentations, teaching, and information-seeking purposes. Additional requirements Essential criteria Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC and working to professional guidelines. Must be capable of working on their own initiative and acting independently. Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively. Must have a car as the role requires driving around the rural area of West Dorset to visit clients in their homes and day centres. Job Specific Experience Essential criteria Clinical experience with Older Persons, particularly those in community placements. Experience of Assessment and Formulation in OPMH. Experience and formal training in at least 2 psychological therapies. Desirable criteria Experience in completing specialist assessments such as capacity assessment, dementia assessment, etc. Competent knowledge of neuropsychological testing. Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Documents to download Job Description and Person Specification (PDF, 263.0KB) Job Description and Person Specification - Developmental (PDF, 270.6KB) Job Description and Person Specification - Art Psychotherapist (PDF, 191.1KB) Staff Benefits Leaflet (PDF, 316.1KB) Applications Recruitment Flowchart (PDF, 434.1KB) Guidance on Verification of ID (PDF, 284.4KB) Pay scales from 1 April 2024 (PDF, 39.6KB) DBS Information (PDF, 22.9KB)
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dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net . If you are interested in moving to Dorset, there is also the possibility of a relocation package which can be discussed in the interview. For further details on relocation expenses, please email
dhc.careers@nhs.net . Person specification Knowledge, skills and training Essential criteria Post-graduate doctorate in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS or HCPC. Degree level knowledge of research design and methodology, as practiced within the field of mental health. Membership of HCPC. Desirable criteria Experience of clinical supervision for trainees and/or assistant clinical psychologists. Information Technology Essential criteria Ability to use a computer and Internet for word processing, keeping electronic notes, spreadsheets, presentations, teaching, and information-seeking purposes. Additional requirements Essential criteria Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC and working to professional guidelines. Must be capable of working on their own initiative and acting independently. Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively. Must have a car as the role requires driving around the rural area of West Dorset to visit clients in their homes and day centres. Job Specific Experience Essential criteria Clinical experience with Older Persons, particularly those in community placements. Experience of Assessment and Formulation in OPMH. Experience and formal training in at least 2 psychological therapies. Desirable criteria Experience in completing specialist assessments such as capacity assessment, dementia assessment, etc. Competent knowledge of neuropsychological testing. Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Documents to download Job Description and Person Specification (PDF, 263.0KB) Job Description and Person Specification - Developmental (PDF, 270.6KB) Job Description and Person Specification - Art Psychotherapist (PDF, 191.1KB) Staff Benefits Leaflet (PDF, 316.1KB) Applications Recruitment Flowchart (PDF, 434.1KB) Guidance on Verification of ID (PDF, 284.4KB) Pay scales from 1 April 2024 (PDF, 39.6KB) DBS Information (PDF, 22.9KB)
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