Job summary
This post is fixed term for 12 months to cover current post holder.
We are seeking a part time 8a Clinical Psychologist within the Complex Needs Service based in West Cheshire. This is a new and exciting service which is Psychologically led, innovative, and highly specialist. Aligned with the NHS Long Term Plan the service is leading the way within CWP and aims to transform care and provide high quality and evidence based psychological interventions to those who may traditionally have been given a label of 'personality disorder' and may have previously "fallen through the gaps"
We are looking for a Clinical Psychologist with the ability to apply a specialist therapeutic model such as MBT, DBT, or SCM (training and regular specialist supervision from an accredited supervisor will be provided), to be able to work effectively as part of the Multi Disciplinary Team, provide consultation/ training to other teams, and be motivated to make meaningful change. There will be opportunities for development and training attached to this post in line with the Health Education England training offer and the post holder would be supported to complete accreditation in a chosen modality. The successful candidate will also be well supported within the Psychologists network at CWP and have opportunities to contribute strategically to the developing pathway of specialist services with CWP targeted at improving services for people who may attract a diagnosis of Personality Disorder.
Main duties of the job
This really is an exciting opportunity to be a member of a friendly, skilled and innovative team, with Psychology at the heart of the service model. If you have any questions please do not hesitate in getting in touch with Katie Thomas (Consultant Clinical Psychologist) or Mel Jones (Team Manager) to discuss the post further.
To take a key role in the design and delivery of a newly developing complex needs (Tier 3) service
To ensure the systematic provision of a high-quality specialist clinical psychology service to clients with complex presentations that will include personality disorder, complex trauma and other comorbid conditions.
To advise, supervise and support the assessment and treatment provided by clinical members of the teams who provide psychologically based care and treatment within the service.
To work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice within the service/team.
To utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development and research
To propose and implement policy changes within the area served by the service
About us
CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care - including the provision of three GP surgeries.
Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.
We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.
CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.
CWP is proud to be an accredited Veteran Aware organisation helping to provide and share best practice in NHS care for our armed forces community. As a veteran aware organisation, CWP is committed to delivering on the principles of the Armed Force Covenant and has a 'Bronze' award with the MOD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (DERS).
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To take a key role in the design and delivery of a newly developing complex needs (Tier 3) service
To ensure the systematic provision of a high-quality specialist clinical psychology service to clients with complex presentations that will include personality disorder, complex trauma and other comorbid conditions.
To advise, supervise and support the assessment and treatment provided by clinical members of the teams who provide psychologically based care and treatment within the service.
To work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice within the service/team.
To utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development and research
To propose and implement policy changes within the area served by the service
Job description
Job responsibilities
To take a key role in the design and delivery of a newly developing complex needs (Tier 3) service
To ensure the systematic provision of a high-quality specialist clinical psychology service to clients with complex presentations that will include personality disorder, complex trauma and other comorbid conditions.
To advise, supervise and support the assessment and treatment provided by clinical members of the teams who provide psychologically based care and treatment within the service.
To work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice within the service/team.
To utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development and research
To propose and implement policy changes within the area served by the service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent
- HCPC registered
Desirable
- Additional training or significant knowledge of CAT or MBT. Training in trauma focused therapy, e.g. EMDR
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Psychological assessment of complex clients with Personality Disorder and complex trauma
- Skills in providing consultation to other professional and nonprofessional groups
Desirable
- Completed KUF training or other related training associated with Personality Disorder and Complex Trauma
- Formal training in the use of risk assessment protocols
- Publications in the field of personality disorder or complex trauma.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with clients with Personality Disorder and Complex Trauma
- Experience of exercising clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care within the context of a multidisciplinary team and care plan.
Desirable
- Experience of working in specialised Personality Disorder service
- Experience of having undertaken group based treatment of clients with personality disorder and/or complex trauma.
- Past experience of multidisciplinary team work in a personality disorder or complex trauma team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent
- HCPC registered
Desirable
- Additional training or significant knowledge of CAT or MBT. Training in trauma focused therapy, e.g. EMDR
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Psychological assessment of complex clients with Personality Disorder and complex trauma
- Skills in providing consultation to other professional and nonprofessional groups
Desirable
- Completed KUF training or other related training associated with Personality Disorder and Complex Trauma
- Formal training in the use of risk assessment protocols
- Publications in the field of personality disorder or complex trauma.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with clients with Personality Disorder and Complex Trauma
- Experience of exercising clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care within the context of a multidisciplinary team and care plan.
Desirable
- Experience of working in specialised Personality Disorder service
- Experience of having undertaken group based treatment of clients with personality disorder and/or complex trauma.
- Past experience of multidisciplinary team work in a personality disorder or complex trauma 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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
