Counselling Psychologist

An outstanding job opportunity has arisen for a committed Clinical/Counselling Psychologist - Adult Wards to work in an exceptional hospital clinic based in the Hertfordshire area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers This special clinic offers CAMHS Tier 4 low secure services for young people with a wide range of disorders and complex needs To be considered for this position you must be qualified hold a degree in psychology and registered with the HCPC As a Psychologist your key responsibilities include: Working autonomously to provide a specialist psychology service to patients as agreed by Consultant Psychiatrist, Therapies Lead, Consultant Clinical Psychologist and in discussion with wider MDT Be involved in running therapeutic groups on the ward as agreed Ensuring that all clinical work is adequately recoded in the electronic patient record Attending ward rounds (and other MDT meetings), case conferences, CPAs as required, and provide reports in advance for these in accordance with local procedures Preparing clinical; reports as required, e.g. assessment reports, discharge summaries Liaising with internal and external colleagues as required Completing all recording and reporting tasks associated with clinical work The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role: Have BPS recognised psychology degrees Understanding of evidence-based psychological practice Experience of applying psychological knowledge to a psychiatric setting Experience in inpatient work preferable but not essential The successful Psychologist will receive an excellent salary of £52,000 - £53,000 per annum - Pay frequency is monthly. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working through day shifts. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits: The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) – plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance 24 hour GP Service to ensure you are the best you can be Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals Pension contribution to secure your future Life Assurance for added peace of mind Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time Reference ID: 7165 #J-18808-Ljbffr Allscreens Nationwide Ltd