A great new job opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Psychologist to work in an exceptional hospital based in the Edgbaston, Birmingham area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This special hospital is a rehabilitation and recovery service for females with complex mental health needs, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorders. Some may have co-morbid conditions such as mild learning disabilities, alcohol and drug use and borderline personality disorder

As the Psychologist your key responsibilities include:

·        Be responsible for providing high quality clinical assessments

·        You will support with the delivery of a full ward programme which will include facilitating groups and managing a case load of patient for individual therapy sessions

·        Use a range of psychological therapies including dialectical behavioural therapy

·        Will be involved in Risk Assessments and Management

·        Delivering full programme for groups and individuals for therapy primarily using DBT/CBT, Risk Assessments and Management

·        Work creatively and flexibly to develop and implement innovative practice and service developments as well as working from established evidence base

·        Will be supported by an Assistant Psychologist and you will be responsible for their clinical supervision

·        Responsible for completing patient reports, inputting data on care notes, completing 16 week timetable

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

·        Minimum of 2 years experience in working in mental health services

·        Promote good communication skills written and verbally

·        Ensure audit compliance (CQC)

·        Able to show a can-do attitude always

The successful Psychologist will receive an excellent salary of £50,000 pro rata DOE. This exciting position is a Full Time role working 30 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

·        25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

·        A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP)

·        Private Medical Insurance Scheme

·        Free meals while on duty

·        Carefirst – Employee Assistance Services

·        Continuous learning and development

·        Childcare vouchers

·        Career development

·        Personal health insurance

·        Free car parking (at most sites)

·        Voluntary Benefits

Reference ID: 2623

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [email protected]