Band 8a
Main area Adult Mental Health - Liaison Psychiatry Grade:
Band 8a Contract:
Permanent Hours:
37.5 hours per week (Flexible work patterns available. Part-time applications will be considered) Job Ref:
380-WK0237 Site:
Thanet Mental Health Unit, Margate, Kent Salary:
£53,755 - £60,504 per annum pro rata Closing Date:
16/02/2025 23:59 The CQC rates us as an Outstanding organisation for Caring with an overall rating of Good. Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT) offers a range of ongoing benefits to our valued workforce across the Trust. Job Overview Do you have a passion for providing exceptional care and are looking for an exciting and challenging role? The Liaison psychiatry service aims to provide mental health advice and support to individuals receiving care and treatment at general hospitals in Kent and Medway. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Senior Clinical Psychologist to join our well-established and dynamic Hospital Liaison Psychiatry service. Main Duties of the Job
You would be responsible for offering high-quality assessment and brief interventions with a specific focus on people in distress, related to both mental and physical health conditions. Essential Qualifications and Experience
You will have a doctorate-level or equivalent BPS approved qualification in Clinical/Counselling psychology, with experience in a range of clinical settings, able to support people in acute distress and will hold HCPC registration. Quick Apply
Please send a CV and Cover Letter to kmpt.recruitmentteam@nhs.net quoting the job title and reference number. Person Specification
Qualifications
Doctorate or Equivalent, BPS, HCPC Specialist training Experience
Years of Experience Hours of supervised practice Relevant AMH/acute/urgent care/health psychology experience Good assessment & formulation skills, psychometric testing Supervising & teaching others, Reflective practice Range of psychological models & able to flexibly adapt to needs/setting Previous A&E Liaison or long-term conditions experience KMPT takes a systematic zero-tolerance approach to tackle any unwanted, inappropriate and/or harmful sexual behaviours within the workplace and in our care provision. KMPT is creating an environment for equal opportunities for all, where we can
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be ourselves. In cases where we receive a high volume of applications for a post, it may be necessary to bring the closing date forward. Please submit your completed application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
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