Job Title | Principal Clinical Psychologist |
Location | North West of England |
Job Type | Locum |
Speciality | Clinical Psychologist |
Rates | Competitive |
Description
We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Locum Principal Clinical Psychologist. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior psychologist to work within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, providing leadership and expertise in delivering psychological assessments and interventions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide expert psychological assessments and formulations for complex cases, utilizing a range of psychological models and therapeutic approaches
- Lead the development and delivery of evidence-based psychological interventions for individuals, groups, and families
- Offer clinical leadership and supervision to junior psychologists, trainees, and other allied health professionals
- Ensure the highest standards of psychological care are delivered, maintaining professional guidelines and clinical governance frameworks
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, contributing to care planning and service development
- Oversee the evaluation of therapeutic outcomes, implementing service improvements based on clinical audits and patient feedback
- Provide training and workshops for staff to enhance psychological understanding and therapeutic skills within the team
- Contribute to the development of policies and procedures related to psychological services
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical records and prepare detailed reports for referring clinicians
- Support the organization in achieving key service targets, including waiting times and clinical outcomes
Requirements:
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent) accredited by the BPS
- HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
- Significant post-qualification experience in clinical psychology, with expertise in managing complex mental health presentations
- Proven leadership skills with experience in supervising junior psychologists and other healthcare professionals
- Strong knowledge of evidence-based psychological interventions (e.g., CBT, DBT, ACT)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build therapeutic relationships with patients and work collaboratively with colleagues
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a varied and demanding caseload
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to professional standards and ethical guidelines
For more information, contact Gaurang Barot on +44(0) 203 411 5531 or email on gaurang@permanenthire.co.uk