South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
Clinical or Counselling Psychologist
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join the LEO team
The role is on a 12-month fixed term contract, on full-time basis. LEO is a team for people aged 18-65 in Lambeth who have experienced a first episode of psychosis, and as such sits within SLaM’s early intervention for psychosis services. This role represents an excellent opportunity for someone to engage in rich and meaningful direct clinical work and therefore to build on their existing skills as a psychological therapist in early psychosis.
LEO is a nationally and internationally regarded team for first episode psychosis, having been one of the first of its kind in the UK. A large, enthusiastic and caring multidisciplinary team is comprised of psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, vocational workers, an advanced practitioner and a team leader, as well as a very well-established psychology team, which includes two family interventions therapists. The primary approach for individual therapy in the team is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Psychosis (CBTp), while at the same time clinicians are encouraged to draw upon a range of evidenced intervention approaches, which may include incorporating principles and techniques from ACT, CFT, EMDR and Schema Therapy. Given the high rates of trauma in psychosis groups, our work is trauma informed throughout.
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Responsibilities
- Delivery of individual and family interventions in the context of first episode psychosis, primarily within the framework of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Psychosis (CBTp), while drawing on other models and approaches where appropriate, and ensuring that interventions are delivered in such a manner that is both equitable and trauma informed.
- Supporting MDT staff in psychological formulation and case conceptualisation. Contributing to ensuring that the team's work as a whole is psychologically informed where possible, and that psychological perspectives are visible and influential in day-to-day work at LEO.
- Contribution where appropriate to the team’s pathway for “low intensity” psychological interventions.
- Supervision of more junior psychology staff where appropriate.
About LEO
LEO has excellent community links and work in close collaboration with other services in Lambeth, which is a diverse, multicultural borough. The team as a whole is committed to ensuring the best possible care for the clients we serve and their families. In terms of location, LEO is based at 190 Kennington Lane, London, SE11 5DL. We are a short walk from Vauxhall overground station and Oval or Kennington tube stations, as well as being on several bus routes.
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Benefits
We are committed to ensuring our staff get the most out of their benefits package, feel valued and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance.
Some Of Our Benefits Include
- Generous pay, pensions, and leave packages dependent on the role and length of service.
- Work-life balance, flexible working, and supporting a range of flexible options, such as: part-time working and job sharing.
- Career development with plenty of CPD opportunities such as mentoring, coaching, collective leadership, and other talent programmes.
- Accommodation, our staff benefit from keyworker housing at selected sites.
- NHS discounts via the Health Service Discounts website.
Other Benefits Include
- Counselling services
- Wellbeing events
- Long service awards
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Childcare vouchers
- Staff restaurants
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Dr Rosanna Michalczuk
- Job title: Senior Clinical Psychologist
- Email address: rosanna.michalczuk@slam.nhs.uk
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