Senior Applied Psychologist

Senior Applied Psychologist Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Senior Applied Psychologists to join the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHTT) at Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. This role is essential in providing psychological support to individuals experiencing acute mental health crises across various locations including Sandwell, Walsall, and Dudley. The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary team environment, focusing on preventing hospital admissions and facilitating early discharges.

Main Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Principal Psychologist and Consultant Psychologist to deliver psychological services within the CRHTT.
• Conduct psychological assessments, formulate care plans, and provide brief psychological interventions for clients experiencing acute mental health crises.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to prevent hospital admissions and facilitate early discharges for clients with high levels of risk.
• Participate in regular reflective practice groups and supervision sessions to support team members.
• Engage in pan-trust cross locality work as needed to ensure comprehensive psychological support across the CRHTT.

Requirements

• Possess a post-graduate doctoral level qualification in applied psychology or an equivalent qualification accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
• Have post-doctoral training in specialized areas of psychological practice.
• Hold current HCPC registration as an Applied Psychologist with Chartered Status.
• Demonstrate training in clinical supervision and the ability to supervise doctoral trainees.
• Provide evidence of ongoing professional development in the field of psychology.
• Experience working as a qualified applied psychologist in mental health services, dealing with diverse client groups and varying clinical severities.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices relevant to managing complex mental health issues.
• Familiarity with risk assessment and risk management protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from £57,528 to £64,750 per annum.
• Permanent contract with options for full-time, part-time, and flexible working arrangements.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment with a focus on work/life balance.
• Access to professional development opportunities and supervision.
• Participation in employee networks and professional services to enhance workplace support.

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.

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