We are seeking to recruit into a part-time band 7 psychologist posts for the Guildford Neighbourhood teams.
This is a great opportunity for Band 7 Psychologists to work within well established and supportive teams, joining an experienced psychological and multi-disciplined workforce working with complex needs within a wider neighbourhood service. We are teams that values innovation, fosters development and are passionate about the care we provide to people and their families.
These posts will enable you to provide high-quality psychological assessment, formulation, intervention and consultation for people with complex psychological, emotional and mental health needs, whilst contributing to the ongoing development of psychologically informed services.
As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with service users, carers, support networks, system partners and multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver evidence-based, person-centred care. You will be supported to develop your specialist interests, contribute to service innovation, and play an important role in promoting psychological understanding across teams and partner agencies.
Key responsibilities:
Provide specialist psychological assessment and intervention , including comprehensive psychological and cognitive assessments, formulation, evidence-based interventions, consultation and outcome evaluation for people with complex needs.
Promote person-centred and trauma-informed care , working collaboratively with individuals and carers to develop personalised care plans that respect diversity, choice, dignity and individual strengths.
Manage risk and support integrated care , undertaking risk assessments and risk management planning while working across community pathways, locality teams and integrated neighbourhood partnerships to improve outcomes and reduce inequalities.
Provide psychological leadership within the neighbourhood teams , offering specialist consultation and advice, delivering teaching and training, and contributing to the supervision and development of assistant psychologists.
Drive service improvement and innovation , contributing to audit, research, quality improvement, service development, care pathway design and initiatives that enhance accessibility, effectiveness and equity of psychological services
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.
We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.
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.
Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.
Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our 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!
Please see Job description and person specification for further information regards to the role and responsibilities.
