We have an exciting opportunity for a principal clinical or counselling neuropsychologist at 8b to take a lead in psychological interventions in our stroke teams in Worcestershire. The post is up to 4 days. They will support the development of a matched care approach with an emphasis on multi-disciplinary working and psychological consultation. They will have substantial experience in the use and interpretation of neuropsychological and psychological assessments, MDT working, specialist delivery of psychological, vocational and neuropsychological interventions as well as supervision, consultation, teaching and training. The psychology team is very supportive and has lots of development opportunities. We have previously supported clinicians in the trust to complete their QICN. To find out more please contact
fiona.pipon-young@nhs.net
Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist.
Main duties of the job Providing clinical expertise and leadership in the psychological and cognitive needs of people following a stroke and their families and contributing to a culture of support and collaboration both in the service and with partner agencies. Providing direct clinical work including assessment, rehabilitation and therapy with individuals, their families and the wider system, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches guided by client needs. Consultation and guidance to the wider team and networks is integral including facilitating case discussion and care planning to support patient goals. Contributing to service development, teaching, and training. Supervision will be provided by an experienced Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist and funding opportunities and supervision is available to those wishing to pursue the Qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology (QiCN).
About us At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites. We will support you to thrive, offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service. Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours. Flexible and agile working opportunities. Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support. Wide range of supportive staff networks. Health and wellbeing opportunities.
If you would like to know more, please visit our website.
Job description Job responsibilities For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification Experience Essential A minimum of 4 years of experience working as a qualified Clinical Psychologist within the specified service area. Experience of leading in relation to the development and organisation of psychological interventions within a given clinical area. Sufficient training and experience to be recognised by the Division of Neuropsychology as a suitably qualified psychologist to offer clinical placements to trainee Psychologists. Training and experience in the application of neuropsychological knowledge across a range of presentations, including organic illness, functional mental health, and physical health. Experience of assessing and providing a wide range of psychological interventions to patients presenting with the full degree of clinical severity and across a range of clinical mental health presentations across the life span and care settings. Has worked as a Chartered Psychologist within this specified service area. Experience of multi-agency/multidisciplinary working. Therapeutic expertise in working with carers/families/couples. Experience of conducting clinically relevant research.
Desirable Experience of strategic planning and service development. Experience of teaching and training psychologists in a Clinical/Counselling Psychology doctorate training course.
Additional Criteria Essential Able to meet the travel requirements of the post.
Desirable Previous publications in either peer-reviewed academic or professional journal and/or books.
Qualifications Essential BSc/BA Honours degree at 2:1 or above in Psychology. Post-graduate Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). Post qualification training/experience in specific, evidence-based techniques for use with clients with complex psychological presentations and/or physical health difficulties, across the age span. Evidence of regular further professional training and experience as required by the Health and Care Professions Council and the BPS. Eligible for registration as a Chartered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist by the BPS. Eligible for registration as a Full Divisional Member of the BPS Division of Neuropsychology. Eligible for registration as a Practitioner member of the BPS Division of Clinical Psychology. Registered with Health and Care Professions Council as a Clinical Psychologist. I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Knowledge Essential Knowledge required specific to the role and clinical area. Well-developed psychometric assessment skills.
Skills & Abilities Desirable Able to think strategically to consider the wider picture for developing specialist services long term and planning developments, which may impact across agencies.
Employer details Employer name Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust Address Evesham Community Hospital Waterside Evesham Worcestershire WR11 1JT Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. C9798-1002-B8b #J-18808-Ljbffr
fiona.pipon-young@nhs.net
Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist.
Main duties of the job Providing clinical expertise and leadership in the psychological and cognitive needs of people following a stroke and their families and contributing to a culture of support and collaboration both in the service and with partner agencies. Providing direct clinical work including assessment, rehabilitation and therapy with individuals, their families and the wider system, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches guided by client needs. Consultation and guidance to the wider team and networks is integral including facilitating case discussion and care planning to support patient goals. Contributing to service development, teaching, and training. Supervision will be provided by an experienced Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist and funding opportunities and supervision is available to those wishing to pursue the Qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology (QiCN).
About us At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites. We will support you to thrive, offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service. Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours. Flexible and agile working opportunities. Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support. Wide range of supportive staff networks. Health and wellbeing opportunities.
If you would like to know more, please visit our website.
Job description Job responsibilities For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification Experience Essential A minimum of 4 years of experience working as a qualified Clinical Psychologist within the specified service area. Experience of leading in relation to the development and organisation of psychological interventions within a given clinical area. Sufficient training and experience to be recognised by the Division of Neuropsychology as a suitably qualified psychologist to offer clinical placements to trainee Psychologists. Training and experience in the application of neuropsychological knowledge across a range of presentations, including organic illness, functional mental health, and physical health. Experience of assessing and providing a wide range of psychological interventions to patients presenting with the full degree of clinical severity and across a range of clinical mental health presentations across the life span and care settings. Has worked as a Chartered Psychologist within this specified service area. Experience of multi-agency/multidisciplinary working. Therapeutic expertise in working with carers/families/couples. Experience of conducting clinically relevant research.
Desirable Experience of strategic planning and service development. Experience of teaching and training psychologists in a Clinical/Counselling Psychology doctorate training course.
Additional Criteria Essential Able to meet the travel requirements of the post.
Desirable Previous publications in either peer-reviewed academic or professional journal and/or books.
Qualifications Essential BSc/BA Honours degree at 2:1 or above in Psychology. Post-graduate Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). Post qualification training/experience in specific, evidence-based techniques for use with clients with complex psychological presentations and/or physical health difficulties, across the age span. Evidence of regular further professional training and experience as required by the Health and Care Professions Council and the BPS. Eligible for registration as a Chartered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist by the BPS. Eligible for registration as a Full Divisional Member of the BPS Division of Neuropsychology. Eligible for registration as a Practitioner member of the BPS Division of Clinical Psychology. Registered with Health and Care Professions Council as a Clinical Psychologist. I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Knowledge Essential Knowledge required specific to the role and clinical area. Well-developed psychometric assessment skills.
Skills & Abilities Desirable Able to think strategically to consider the wider picture for developing specialist services long term and planning developments, which may impact across agencies.
Employer details Employer name Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust Address Evesham Community Hospital Waterside Evesham Worcestershire WR11 1JT Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. C9798-1002-B8b #J-18808-Ljbffr
