Company:
Merco Recruitment
Location: York
Closing Date: 20/11/2024
Salary: £78,000 - £81,500 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Head of Psychology
Location: York Area
Salary: £78,000 - £81,500 (depending on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time
Lead the Psychology Service at a Prestigious Hospital
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Consultant Psychologist to lead the psychology service at a highly regarded medium-secure hospital near York. This role is ideal for someone with extensive experience in forensic settings and a passion for service development, particularly in trauma-informed care.
About the Role:
The hospital provides medium-secure care for highly complex patients, offering a wide range of therapeutic interventions, including individual and group-based psychological treatments. The service supports patients with diverse diagnoses such as autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, mental illness, and personality disorders. This position offers the chance to work in a stimulating environment with opportunities to develop both clinical skills and specialist expertise.
As Head of Psychology, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and professional practice of the psychology department, delivering excellence in patient care and outcomes. You will provide leadership to the psychology team, collaborate with senior management, and influence the development of psychologically informed care throughout the service.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide professional leadership to the psychology department
Work closely with the Hospital Director, Director of Clinical Services, and Medical Director
Lead the development of individual formulations and psychological assessments
Support the delivery of behavioural and other psychological interventions
Advise on psychological aspects of organisational functioning, including staff well-being
Hold a clinical caseload and deliver formulation-led care, using therapeutic approaches such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, and CAT
Deliver reflective practice groups
Manage clinical governance and service-related standards
Requirements:
Experience as a Consultant Psychologist in a forensic setting
Strong leadership skills and a passion for developing others
Ability to work within the dynamics of a secure hospital
Competence in managing clinical and organisational projects
Line management experience and consultancy skills
Expertise in therapeutic interventions (EMDR, DBT, CBT, CAT)
Benefits Include:
Competitive salary based on skills and experience
Bonus based on outcomes
Opportunities for continued professional development
Support for career progression within a large network
Contributory pension scheme
Paid sick leave (after qualifying period)
Generous annual leave entitlement, plus your birthday off
Enhanced maternity pay
Private healthcare
Free parking
Why Consider This Role?
This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior leadership position within a well-established, multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality care. The role offers the chance to influence service development while working with patients who present complex clinical needs. With clear career pathways and support for personal development, this is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional looking to make a significant impact.
For informal discussions about the role, please get in touch for an informal chat
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