Clinical and/or Forensic Psychologist - North Derbyshire

Job overview

The Division of Psychology & Psychological Therapies is seeking a clinical and or forensic Psychologist to join our expanding service which now incorporates the learning disability forensic support team in North Derbyshire

30 hours/week, negotiable

This is an exciting post is seeking a clinical and or forensic psychologist to join a division of nearly 300 psychologists and psychological therapists in Derbyshire and work with our Consultant Psychologist in the learning disability forensic  team.  The post holder will be a key contributor to the development of psychological and learning disability forensic services within Derbyshire.

This post involves working with the Consultant Psychologists in the learning disability forensic team in North Derbyshire and other multi-disciplinary team and services.

We are looking to recruit a registered clinical psychologist who will actively contribute to the service's progression and ongoing development. Newly qualified psychologists are welcome to apply for this position as there is a preceptorship route available.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate must have an enthusiasm and experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and/or autism and experience of service development and the criminal justice system.

You will need to  work flexibly both directly in clinical settings and through remote contact with clients, carers and colleagues.

You will  need to be able to meet the travel requirements of the post and have access to a private and secure space for remote working practices.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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Working for Derbyshire Healthcare within the Division of Psychology & Psychological Therapies provides notable opportunities for career development and progression and provides access to CPD and cross service networking to enhance clinical experience, expertise and understandings.

The ANS Psychology team is proud of our commitment to good clinical practice and is a supportive and welcoming group of professionals with diverse skills and expertise. The team sits within a strong and progressive Division of Psychology & Psychological Therapies where the valuing and sharing of specialist skills and knowledge is strongly encouraged across specialties.

There are opportunities to receive specialist supervision and training across the Service and the Division that enables active CPD and career progression with access to broader peer support for guidance and advice.

Research is encouraged to raise the profile of people with neurodevelopmental needs and the psychology team is actively looking to progress in this area  to optimise service development. The Trust encourages the participation in personal and professional development and has good links with the regional university training courses.