Clinical Psychologist - Rehabilitation Pathway
Job summary
Are you a skilled clinical psychologist passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with complex mental health challenges? Join our dynamic team and take on a pivotal role within our Rehabilitation Pathway which comprises of Willow Ward, inpatient and Open Mental Health Rehabilitation Team, community.
In this role you will be responsible for providing highly specialised psychological assessments and interventions to patients with complex mental health difficulties and rehabilitation needs. You will support clinical leadership across the Rehabilitation Pathway by offering specialist consultation, training, and supervision.
As part of the leadership team, you will deliver clinical leadership when required and play a vital role in designing and shaping new services. Collaboration with senior staff in the Adult Psychology and Psychological Therapies Service will ensure the effective implementation of best practices.
In Somerset NHS Foundation Trust we are working to enhance our research work and you would be supported to be part of this, please see Job Description for further information.
Main duties of the job
You will independently manage your work and interventions, even with the most complex cases, interpreting guidelines, policies and research as an autonomous practitioner. Consultation with peers, the Head of Service Group and other clinical supervisors will be sought as needed. Additionally, you will support capacity monitoring and caseload management within the Rehabilitation Pathway to maximise efficiency and ensure equitable access.
Your responsibilities will include providing consultancy services to the Rehabilitation Pathway staff and other professionals regarding problem assessment, complex case formulation and therapy interventions. You will deliver highly specialised psychological assessments and treatments to clients referred to the Rehabilitation Pathway, liaise with relevant professionals and participate in multi-disciplinary case discussions and planning meetings.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for the Open Mental Health Rehabilitation Team and Willow Ward Inpatient Team for further details of the role.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Date posted
20 January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£53,755 to £60,504 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
184-OL-GR-1651
Job locations
Broadway House
Broadway Park
Bridgwater
Somerset
TA6 5LX
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the role please see the attached job descriptions and person specifications.
Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the role please see the attached job descriptions and person specifications.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the HCPC/BPS as a Practitioner Psychologist or Clinical Psychologist
- Eligible for Chartered Clinical Psychologist status Significant experience of working with people with complex mental health problems using a specific, NICE approved therapy
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the HCPC/BPS as a Practitioner Psychologist or Clinical Psychologist
- Eligible for Chartered Clinical Psychologist status Significant experience of working with people with complex mental health problems using a specific, NICE approved therapy
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Broadway House
Broadway Park
Bridgwater
Somerset
TA6 5LX
Employer's website
https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Broadway House
Broadway Park
Bridgwater
Somerset
TA6 5LX
Employer's website
https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
For questions about the job, contact:
Hiring Manager
Carly Reynolds
Carly.Reynolds@Somersetft.nhs.uk
07553660091
Date posted
20 January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£53,755 to £60,504 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
184-OL-GR-1651
Job locations
Broadway House
Broadway Park
Bridgwater
Somerset
TA6 5LX
Supporting documents
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