Position
We are looking for an 8B Principal Clinical Psychologist to provide clinical leadership in our West Suffolk Young Adult Mental Health Services.
Overview
As one of the few trusts in the country with a dedicated service line recognising the unique needs and challenges faced by those in the 18‑25 year old age range, this role offers the opportunity to deliver and promote psychological knowledge, uphold the highest standards of clinical governance, and support the development of our service.
Responsibilities
- Providing consultation to indirectly support the delivery of treatment by others.
- Providing clinical supervision to experienced psychologists and other professionals.
- Progressing staff development in the team, informing and being informed by wider strategy.
- Collaborative and shared leadership of the team with the Clinical Team Manager and Consultant Psychiatrist.
- Establishing and leading on psychologically safe and informed environment for teams and staff through positive leadership values and behaviours, including: integrity, respect, compassion and curiosity.
- Providing a key role in team containment, working with professional systems, having difficult conversations, managing team emotions, thinking clinically and systemically simultaneously.
- Running, contributing to or supporting service development projects in liaison with the Associate Director of Psychology or other staff from the Senior Leadership Team.
- Providing and contributing significantly to the psychological practice of the team with a focus on quality, efficacy and increasing improvement.
- Working alongside the Consultant Clinical Psychologists for CYP services across Suffolk and Norfolk in developing clinical pathway intervention packages.
Benefits
We offer opportunities for further learning and development, including training, research and project contributions within our broader CFYP services. Our environment is supportive, welcoming and allows you to thrive. Location benefits include proximity to the coast, an international airport and excellent schools and affordable housing.
Contact
Name: Dr Jo BainesJob title: Associate Director of PsychologyEmail: joanna.baines@nsft.nhs.ukTelephone: 0128 473 3188
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