Exciting Opportunity for a Clinical or Counselling Consultant Psychologist in Community Adult Mental Health services.
We are delighted to announce an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and motivated Clinical or Counselling Psychologist. You will join the Windsor, Ascot and Maidenhead (WAM) Community Mental Health Service and work as part of the Psychological Therapies team to lead and develop our community psychological provision for people with significant mental health problems. You will also contribute to the oversight of the systems and processes within the Central Network, and provide leadership to the psychological therapists on a rotational basis.
This is a rare senior community-based position, and you will have a pivotal role in contributing to the transformation of our adult mental health services, ensuring increased access to evidence-based psychological therapies. As a Consultant Psychologist, you will play a crucial role in shaping and developing Community Mental Health Psychological Therapies provision both in the WAM locality and across the Trust.
Using your expert knowledge and skills you will provide leadership, consultation, and supervision for colleagues working with patients in community mental health services. You will hold responsibility for a range of senior and junior psychological professionals across various specialties, as well as managing your own clinical caseload.
Please note: Interviews will take place on the 19th February 2025.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for the psychological provision, workforce, and delivery within WAM Community Mental Health Psychological Therapies - currently 7.2 WTE full and part-time staff. Innovate, enhance and evaluate the service. Receive and contribute to management and supervision and training for psychological therapists within the service. Provide senior leadership to the psychological therapists working within the Central Network, and oversee the systems and processes that are in place. Work flexibly in response to service need and provision. Collaborate with colleagues within and beyond the Trust in the development, delivery and evaluation of services. Provide evidence-based psychological therapy and undertake CPD to enhance and develop your skills.
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: Caring for and about you is our top priority Committed to providing good quality, safe services Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include: Flexible working options to support work-life balance 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave Free parking across Trust sites
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role: Post graduate doctoral qualification in clinical/counselling psychology (or approved equivalent for those who trained prior to 1996 or for those who completed their training overseas) which provides eligibility for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS) AND Registered and accredited with Health Care Professional Council (HCPC) WITH additional accreditations to reflect post qualification specialist training (e.g., BABCP, UKCP, ACAT, BACP, BPS/ACT, EMDR-UK). Extensive experience of applying professional expertise when leading multidisciplinary teams / in multi-agency environments in a relevant clinical setting. A demonstrable track record of Clinical Leadership including providing professional/clinical supervision. Evidence of knowledge, experience and expertise in providing care to patients with severe mental illness. An enhanced DBS check is required and you will need to travel between bases in Berkshire.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to contact Dr Colette Selmer, Consultant Lead Clinical Psychologist, Community Mental Health Psychological Therapies via email: colette.selmer@berkshire.nhs.uk, who will be delighted to help.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
Post graduate doctoral qualification in clinical/counselling psychology (or approved equivalent for those who trained prior to 1996 or for those who completed their training overseas) which provides eligibility for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS) Registered and accredited with Health Care Professional Council (HCPC) Additional accreditations to reflect post qualification specialist training (e.g., BABCP, UKCP, ACAT, BACP, BPS/ACT, EMDR-UK). Evidence of post-qualification specialist training to accreditable level in at least two areas of psychological practice directly related to the clinical requirements for this post. OR Evidence of extensive post-qualification training, experience and expert knowledge in psychological models and therapeutic approaches with an evidence base in the area of specialism, appropriate to discipline Clinical supervision qualification and accreditation. Professional leadership qualification or equivalent level of substantial experience Training and/or proven ability in providing effective education, consultation and coaching to develop and support others.
Previous Experience
Essential
Extensive experience working as a qualified (Principal) clinical/counselling psychologist, including demonstrable post qualification experience at a highly specialist level in the related specialisms. Substantial experience of working in evidence-based ways with service users (and their carers and families) presenting with the full range of clinical severity across the range of care settings, maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems and threatening behaviour. Extensive experience of managing highly complex situations concerning safeguarding, risk management, clinical governance, complaints and investigations. Demonstrable experience of applying professional expertise when leading multidisciplinary teams / in multi-agency environments in a relevant clinical setting. Extensive experience of leading services and teams with complex caseloads requiring the application of evidence-based psychological methods, assessments, formulation, and interventions. Extensive experience of teaching and professional/clinical supervision as well as experience of developing training and supervisory models.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
Able to manage a demanding and complex caseload while supporting junior colleagues. High level and well-developed ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to service users, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within the Trust and across the system. Extensive experience of successfully managing complex and challenging discussions with system partners, including where there may be disagreement about responsibility for care. Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups. Teaching and group facilitation skills. Exceptional and highly effective interpersonal communication skills with the ability to support, engage and lead patients, clinicians and other stakeholder groups in change, development and improvement. Advanced IT skills and the ability to navigate various systems and software packages (such as RiO outlook, databases, MS office and the internet). Ability to develop and use complex multi-media materials for presentations in public, professional and academic settings.
Additional requirements
Essential
Demonstrates the ability to respond to people's needs sensitively particularly regarding all aspects of diversity. Able to work flexibly as required (including on call where relevant) and to travel independently between locations to fulfil the requirements and duties of the position.
Employer details
Employer name
Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Nicholsons House
Nicholsons Walk
Maidenhead
SL6 1LD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
371-MHS681 #J-18808-Ljbffr
We are delighted to announce an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and motivated Clinical or Counselling Psychologist. You will join the Windsor, Ascot and Maidenhead (WAM) Community Mental Health Service and work as part of the Psychological Therapies team to lead and develop our community psychological provision for people with significant mental health problems. You will also contribute to the oversight of the systems and processes within the Central Network, and provide leadership to the psychological therapists on a rotational basis.
This is a rare senior community-based position, and you will have a pivotal role in contributing to the transformation of our adult mental health services, ensuring increased access to evidence-based psychological therapies. As a Consultant Psychologist, you will play a crucial role in shaping and developing Community Mental Health Psychological Therapies provision both in the WAM locality and across the Trust.
Using your expert knowledge and skills you will provide leadership, consultation, and supervision for colleagues working with patients in community mental health services. You will hold responsibility for a range of senior and junior psychological professionals across various specialties, as well as managing your own clinical caseload.
Please note: Interviews will take place on the 19th February 2025.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for the psychological provision, workforce, and delivery within WAM Community Mental Health Psychological Therapies - currently 7.2 WTE full and part-time staff. Innovate, enhance and evaluate the service. Receive and contribute to management and supervision and training for psychological therapists within the service. Provide senior leadership to the psychological therapists working within the Central Network, and oversee the systems and processes that are in place. Work flexibly in response to service need and provision. Collaborate with colleagues within and beyond the Trust in the development, delivery and evaluation of services. Provide evidence-based psychological therapy and undertake CPD to enhance and develop your skills.
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: Caring for and about you is our top priority Committed to providing good quality, safe services Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include: Flexible working options to support work-life balance 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave Free parking across Trust sites
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role: Post graduate doctoral qualification in clinical/counselling psychology (or approved equivalent for those who trained prior to 1996 or for those who completed their training overseas) which provides eligibility for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS) AND Registered and accredited with Health Care Professional Council (HCPC) WITH additional accreditations to reflect post qualification specialist training (e.g., BABCP, UKCP, ACAT, BACP, BPS/ACT, EMDR-UK). Extensive experience of applying professional expertise when leading multidisciplinary teams / in multi-agency environments in a relevant clinical setting. A demonstrable track record of Clinical Leadership including providing professional/clinical supervision. Evidence of knowledge, experience and expertise in providing care to patients with severe mental illness. An enhanced DBS check is required and you will need to travel between bases in Berkshire.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to contact Dr Colette Selmer, Consultant Lead Clinical Psychologist, Community Mental Health Psychological Therapies via email: colette.selmer@berkshire.nhs.uk, who will be delighted to help.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
Post graduate doctoral qualification in clinical/counselling psychology (or approved equivalent for those who trained prior to 1996 or for those who completed their training overseas) which provides eligibility for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS) Registered and accredited with Health Care Professional Council (HCPC) Additional accreditations to reflect post qualification specialist training (e.g., BABCP, UKCP, ACAT, BACP, BPS/ACT, EMDR-UK). Evidence of post-qualification specialist training to accreditable level in at least two areas of psychological practice directly related to the clinical requirements for this post. OR Evidence of extensive post-qualification training, experience and expert knowledge in psychological models and therapeutic approaches with an evidence base in the area of specialism, appropriate to discipline Clinical supervision qualification and accreditation. Professional leadership qualification or equivalent level of substantial experience Training and/or proven ability in providing effective education, consultation and coaching to develop and support others.
Previous Experience
Essential
Extensive experience working as a qualified (Principal) clinical/counselling psychologist, including demonstrable post qualification experience at a highly specialist level in the related specialisms. Substantial experience of working in evidence-based ways with service users (and their carers and families) presenting with the full range of clinical severity across the range of care settings, maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems and threatening behaviour. Extensive experience of managing highly complex situations concerning safeguarding, risk management, clinical governance, complaints and investigations. Demonstrable experience of applying professional expertise when leading multidisciplinary teams / in multi-agency environments in a relevant clinical setting. Extensive experience of leading services and teams with complex caseloads requiring the application of evidence-based psychological methods, assessments, formulation, and interventions. Extensive experience of teaching and professional/clinical supervision as well as experience of developing training and supervisory models.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
Able to manage a demanding and complex caseload while supporting junior colleagues. High level and well-developed ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to service users, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within the Trust and across the system. Extensive experience of successfully managing complex and challenging discussions with system partners, including where there may be disagreement about responsibility for care. Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups. Teaching and group facilitation skills. Exceptional and highly effective interpersonal communication skills with the ability to support, engage and lead patients, clinicians and other stakeholder groups in change, development and improvement. Advanced IT skills and the ability to navigate various systems and software packages (such as RiO outlook, databases, MS office and the internet). Ability to develop and use complex multi-media materials for presentations in public, professional and academic settings.
Additional requirements
Essential
Demonstrates the ability to respond to people's needs sensitively particularly regarding all aspects of diversity. Able to work flexibly as required (including on call where relevant) and to travel independently between locations to fulfil the requirements and duties of the position.
Employer details
Employer name
Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Nicholsons House
Nicholsons Walk
Maidenhead
SL6 1LD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
371-MHS681 #J-18808-Ljbffr
