Clinical Psychologist Band 7 (Preceptorship) or Band 8a

Job summary

MindSenseAbility (MSA) is a specialist therapy and education service based in the New Forest for young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), mental health difficulties, attachment disorders/developmental trauma and associated conditions. We provide bespoke educational therapeutic programmes delivered in a variety of environments. Our work is funded through contracts with Local Education Authorities, Adoption Services and the NHS. You will have extensive opportunities to work with parents, children, external professionals and schools.

We are now looking for an enthusiastic and committed

Band 7 (Preceptorship) or Band 8a Clinical Psychologist

to join our service and help in the delivery of the therapeutic elements of our programmes.

The successful candidate will hold a Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology and be registered with the HCPC. You will have previous experience of working with young people with complex needs, and their families. Work will include undertaking detailed psychological and psychometric assessments, formulating difficulties, and delivering high quality evidence-based therapeutic interventions, as well as consultation, liaison with staff teams and external services, teaching and training. You will bring flexibility, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively with the other members of the multi-disciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

The candidate should have a high level of oral and written communication skills, as well as the ability to work with young people and families who may be resistant to engaging in therapeutic input.The role will also involve supervising and managing other members of the team.

The candidate will enjoy the support of other committed professionals working to address the needs of young people. As a service, we are committed to offering regular opportunities for ongoing professional development.You will have access to clinical supervision, as required by professional standards, and must have access to a car as the post requires you to undertake community visits throughout the New Forest and areas within Hampshire and the IOW, and parts of East Dorset.

About us

Why join our team?

- We are supportive and committed to investing in our staff through providing high quality CPD opportunities to our staff team (e.g. ADOS training, DDP) and regular clinical supervision in accordance with HCPC and BPS standards.

- Flexible Working

- We offer a high-quality service with the child/family at the centre of our approach.

- We work in a multi-disciplinary way with other MSA clinicians (e.g., Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologists, SALT & OT) and Specialist Teachers, and with multiple external agencies / professionals.

- We offer a competitive salary (based on level of experience and NHS bandings)

- Pension Scheme

The post will be term time only on either a full or part-time basis (minimum 3 days a week)

For further details on the role, please contact Lead Clinical Psychologist, Dr Beccy Alberry,

on beccy.alberry@mindsenseability.co.uk or 01590 626541

Please email recruitment@mindsenseability.co.uk for further details and an application form.

Deadline for application form requests: Wednesday 2nd October

Closing deadline for completed applications: Wednesday 9th October

Interviews expected to take place: Tuesday 15th October

MindSenseAbility is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.