Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist

Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist Overview

This position is situated within a Core CAMHS team located in Bury, focusing on delivering Clinical Psychology assessments and interventions within the Core CAMHS service. The successful candidate will manage a caseload of young individuals presenting complex psychological issues and will be expected to utilize various therapeutic models such as CBT, DBT, and EMDR, while also being open to developing additional therapeutic competencies.

The role requires working autonomously within established professional guidelines, ensuring adherence to Trust policies while contributing to the systematic governance of psychological practices. The post holder will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, individualized care aimed at promoting recovery, wellbeing, and independence.

Main Duties

• Work across diverse settings, including specialist children’s services and community environments, such as homes, schools, and residential facilities.
• Engage in inter-agency collaboration, attending meetings in social care, educational institutions, and voluntary services.
• Transport and manage psychological testing materials efficiently while working with children exhibiting severe emotional and behavioral challenges.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Conduct specialized psychological assessments for children and young people, integrating complex data from various sources to create a comprehensive understanding of their needs.
• Formulate and implement treatment plans for children with mental health issues, learning disabilities, and emotional difficulties, utilizing evidence-based methods.
• Design and deliver psychological interventions for children and families facing significant challenges, ensuring a focus on enhancing quality of life.
• Evaluate treatment options based on theoretical frameworks and individual circumstances, providing risk assessments and management strategies.
• Communicate sensitive information regarding assessments and treatment plans to children and families, ensuring thorough documentation and monitoring of progress.
• Act as a care coordinator when necessary, facilitating collaboration among various professionals involved in a child’s care.
• Engage families in the care-planning process, ensuring their perspectives are prioritized in outcome-focused interventions.

Teaching, Training, and Supervision

• Provide consultation, training, and clinical supervision to team members and staff in related sectors to enhance their psychological intervention capabilities.
• Maintain and develop professional skills through ongoing training and supervision, ensuring compliance with professional standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology or an equivalent qualification recognized by the BPS, along with registration with the HCPC.
• Demonstrable experience in delivering specialized psychological assessments and interventions in an NHS mental health setting.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and with communities facing barriers to accessing services.
• Strong communication skills for conveying complex clinical information effectively.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, including those with lived experience of mental illness. If you are interested in this role, please apply by the closing date of 22 October 2026.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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