Principle Applied Psychologist

Principle Applied Psychologist Overview

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled Principal Applied Psychologist to provide specialized psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention for individuals facing complex mental health challenges. The successful candidate will utilize a variety of evidence-based therapeutic models and work with complexity, risk, and uncertainty to deliver integrated care.

The Principal Applied Psychologist will manage a significant clinical caseload while also taking on a senior leadership position. This includes providing supervision, clinical oversight, and consultation to psychological therapists and multidisciplinary colleagues. The role emphasizes the importance of fostering a culture of psychological safety, promoting reflective practice, and supporting staff wellbeing in high-pressure environments.

Main Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized psychological assessments and interventions for individuals with complex mental health needs.
• Collaborate with senior clinical and operational leads to enhance service development and quality improvement.
• Shape and sustain a culture of psychological safety and shared responsibility within the team.
• Support staff in processing the emotional impact of clinical work and maintaining effective team functioning.
• Encourage reflective practice and psychologically informed responses to clinical challenges.

Qualifications and Experience

• Post-graduate training (doctoral level equivalent) in clinical or counselling psychology accredited by the BPS.
• HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist.
• Post-doctoral training in specialized psychological practice areas.
• Experience in care coordination and clinical supervision.
• Proven experience working with diverse client groups and managing complex emotional needs.

Benefits

• Salary between £66,582 and £77,368 per annum.
• Permanent contract with full-time and flexible working options.
• Opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment.

Applications from individuals requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcomed and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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