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- What you'll bring to the role
Candidates should hold a recognised postgraduate qualification in clinical or counselling psychology (Doctorate in clinical or counselling psychology or equivalent)
- What you'll bring to the role
Full registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist is required for this role (with no conditions or restrictions)
- What you'll bring to the role
A minimum of three-years post-qualification experience of working with children and young people within mental health settings is essential
- What you'll bring to the role
Applicants should demonstrate strong skills in psychological assessment, formulation, and delivery of evidence-based therapies, along with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- What you'll bring to the role
Excellent communication, risk management, and report-writing skills are required, alongside a commitment to ongoing professional development and high standards of clinical practice
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Priory Hospital Hayes GrovePart-Time | 30 hours per week | Site based Salary £48,250- £58,250 based on experience I Pro rate Salary £38,600- £46,600Priory Hospital Hayes Grove is looking to recruit a Registered Practitioner Psychologist to join our therapy team working with children and young people on an outpatient basis. We can provide world-class residential treatment for a range of mental health conditions, including treatment for depression, as well as drug and alcohol addiction treatment. The hospital also offers a comprehensive eating disorder service for adults, with inpatient, day care and outpatient support available. In addition, we provide outpatient treatment for young people as well as private CAMHS assessments options and private autism assessments for adults.Our comprehensive treatment programmes are delivered by our specialist multidisciplinary team, who work together to create a strong support network for our patients. Located in Bromley, South East London, Hayes Grove is one of Priory’s most renowned hospitals for our diverse range of therapeutic approaches, and we are experts in making assessments and advising on the best treatment options.
What you'll be doing
- Delivering comprehensive psychological assessments, formulations, and evidence-based interventions (primarily CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed approaches) for children and young people with complex mental health needs.
- Developing, implementing, and regularly reviewing individualised treatment plans, ensuring regular interaction and communication with children and young people, parents/carers, and other professional colleagues or stakeholders
- Facilitating therapeutic interventions, including one-to-one therapy sessions and structured therapy groups for children and young people and/or their parents and carers, to promote emotional wellbeing and resilience.
- Providing specialist psychological input to our ASC assessment pathway for children and young people
- Completing approximately 53% of the role undertaking clinical hours, with the remaining time allocated to non-clinical responsibilities.
- Maintaining high standards of clinical documentation, risk assessment, and outcome monitoring, ensuring compliance with professional, ethical, and regulatory frameworks
- Actively contributing to clinical governance, audit, service development, and research, while also supporting supervision and reflective practice within the team
What we will give you in return
- Free on-site parking
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
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This advert is for Registered Practitioner Psychologist - CAMHS with Priory Healthcare in Hayes, England. It is listed as a Psychologist role. The advertised salary is £48,250 - £58,250 / year. The contract type is Permanent - Part Time. Check the source advert for the latest closing date before applying.
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