Consultant Psychologist – Adults CV-Library Consultant Psychologist - Adults

Scienceabode; England; Hybrid; GBP 76,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider is seeking an experienced Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join their Buckinghamshire Older Adult Service. The role involves leading psychological therapy for older adults, providing expert clinical assessments and contributing to service development. Applicants must hold HCPC registration and be capable of independent travel between sites. A competitive salary band of £76,965 to £88,682 is offered, reflecting the importance of clinical leadership in this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing clinical leadership for psychological therapists.
• Ability to oversee governance of psychological practice.
• Strong collaborative and strategic thinking capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead psychological therapy provision for older adults across Buckinghamshire.
• Provide expert clinical assessments and interventions for complex cases.
• Drive service development and clinical governance initiatives.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Psychological assessments

Team collaboration

Education

HCPC registration

Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology

Job description

Are you an experienced Clinical or Counselling Psychologist passionate about improving mental health services for older adults? We are seeking an experienced Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join our Buckinghamshire Older Adult Service as Consultant Psychologist and Locality Lead. This role involves providing clinical leadership for psychological therapists and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care for older adults with complex mental health needs. You will provide clinical leadership for psychological therapists, oversee governance of psychological practice, and contribute to service development and innovation. This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on collaboration, strategic thinking, and delivering outstanding care. If this role sounds up your street – why not apply?

Main duties of the job

• Lead psychological therapy provision for older adults across Buckinghamshire.
• Provide expert clinical assessments, formulations, and interventions for complex cases.
• Offer consultation and supervision to psychological therapists and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Drive service development, audit, and research initiatives to enhance care quality.
• Manage delegated line management responsibilities for psychological therapy staff.
• Contribute to recruitment, professional appraisal, and CPD planning within the service.
• Act as a senior clinician in shaping policy and practice for older adult mental health services.

The ability to travel independently between sites within the Trust is essential for this role. Please note if you are based outside of the UK you will need to hold HCPC registration in order to be considered for this role.

£76965 – £88682/annum Band 8c

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