Job summary
Band 8a for experienced Psychologist and / or Opportunity for candidates to be supported under Annex 21 who are: newly qualified or individuals requiring further development working currently at a band 7.
This is an exciting opportunity for an applied psychologist to develop their clinical and forensic skills and expertise further and work within a Psychology service that supports a trauma-informed, strengths-based and collaborative approach, drawing on a range of psychological models and approaches, including recovery, positive psychology, compassion-focused, good lives and systemic.
We are seeking to recruit a full-time, qualified psychologist (1.0 WTE x Band 8a) at Taith Newydd, a 28 bedded, purpose built Low Secure Unit. Taith Newydd provides an inpatient, adult (male only) service for individuals detained under the MHA with complex needs (e.g. significant mental health, personality, attachment, neurodiverse needs) who have a history of offending behaviour and risky behaviour. The Taith Newydd service has a recovery and rehabilitation focus that follows a model of least restrictive practice and forms part of the broader Rehabilitation and Recovery (R&R) Service within Swansea Bay University Health Board (SBU HB).
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide a range of psychological assessments and evidence based interventions, for clients with complex psychological needs to aid them in their recovery and reduce risk. The role will also involve offering advice and Consultation on client psychological care to non-psychologist colleagues, as well as to other non-professional carers and workers of other agencies where appropriate. The post holder will be an active member of the Low Secure Service Group by contributing to service evaluation, audit and training, in addition to the clinical supervision of assistant and trainee psychologists. They will also have the opportunity to co-deliver reflective practice to other services within the wider R&R service group.
The health board actively encourages and supports research and Continuing Professional Development (CPD). The post holder will have access to regular clinical supervision and a training package (to be jointly agreed upon following commencement of the position). We have strong links with local local MSc and doctoral training courses.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Applicants should have a post graduate qualification in clinical, forensic or counselling psychology and previous experience of working within an adult mental health or forensic setting.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Dr Ross Watson, Consultant Psychologist Ross.watson3@wales.nhs.uk Tel: 01656 753435
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Applicants should have a post graduate qualification in clinical, forensic or counselling psychology and previous experience of working within an adult mental health or forensic setting.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Dr Ross Watson, Consultant Psychologist Ross.watson3@wales.nhs.uk Tel: 01656 753435
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- Doctoral level training in clinical psychology or masters level training in forensic psychology
Desirable
- Training in relevant intervention skills e.g. CBT for psychosis.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings,
Desirable
- Experience of the application of clinical / forensic in different cultural context
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
Desirable
- High level knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialised psychological therapies.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- Doctoral level training in clinical psychology or masters level training in forensic psychology
Desirable
- Training in relevant intervention skills e.g. CBT for psychosis.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings,
Desirable
- Experience of the application of clinical / forensic in different cultural context
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
Desirable
- High level knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialised psychological therapies.
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).
