Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Practitioner Psychologist
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Neighbourhood Mental Health Teams (Complex Needs Service Line)
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with advanced skills in psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for adults with complex mental health needs. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong clinical leadership, excellent multidisciplinary working, and the ability to provide consultation, supervision and support to colleagues.
- Committed to delivering high-quality, trauma-informed and recovery-focused care.
- Experience of service development, quality improvement and psychologically informed practice.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building and partnership-working skills.
- Commitment to equality, inclusion and co-production.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of Neighbourhood Mental Health Teams while being supported by experienced Principal and Consultant Psychologists within a strong professional psychology network.
Responsibilities
- Delivering high quality, trauma-informed psychological assessment, formulation, intervention and consultation for people with complex mental health needs.
- Working collaboratively with service users, carers and multidisciplinary colleagues.
- Promoting personalised, recovery-focused care.
- Upholding professional and statutory responsibilities.
- Contributing to safeguarding, equality and inclusion.
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Additional Duties
- Leadership of psychological practice.
- Supervision and appraisal of psychologists and trainees.
- Development of staff training.
- Participation in research, audit and service improvement.
- Contribution to policy, care pathway and workforce development.
The successful candidate will work across an integrated neighbourhood team, helping to build strong partnerships with health, social care, voluntary sector and community organisations to improve outcomes, reduce inequalities and support delivery of the Community Mental Health Framework.
About Us
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.
- One of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide.
- Inclusive and supportive employer.
- Wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support.
- Opportunities for staff development and progression.
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Location
Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.
Important Notes
- We reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.
- Due to UK Home Office requirements, we cannot offer sponsorship for these job roles.
- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Lynsey Hart
- Job title: Consultant Clinical Psychologist
- Email address: lynsey.hart@sabp.nhs.uk
Dr Sarah Worden - Principal Clinical Psychologist
- Email: sarah.worden@sabp.nhs.uk
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