Clinical Psychologist

Clinical Psychologist – Full-time, 9-month fixed term (with potential for permanent position)

£60-65k depending on experience

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Clinical Psychologist to take the lead in creating a new, comprehensive therapeutic programme from the ground up. Initially offered on a fixed-term basis, this role involves reviewing our current approaches, developing a broader, more inclusive trauma informed model that aligns with NICE guidelines and improves outcomes for a diverse range of clients.

Set in 22 acres of beautiful Cornish gardens, meadow and woodland, Bosence offers a truly unique working environment like no other. Our website provides a range of useful resources and also features a 3D Tour where you can navigate your way around our grounds and premises and view several staff videos.

Key responsibilities include:

• Create: Design and implement a new therapeutic framework that builds on our existing services, including the 12-step programme, integrating evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches to improve client outcomes.
• Assess: Conduct individual assessments to develop personalised, person-centred care plans that meet each client’s unique needs, working closely with our psycho-therapeutic team.
• Collaborate: Work with the existing team to ensure the new programme is inclusive, effective, and tailored to improving client outcomes, and to ensure that the team have the right skills to deliver it.
• Lead the Future: After the fixed term, you’ll be considered for a permanent role leading the programme, managing the team, and ensuring the continued delivery of person-centred care.

About You:

• Qualifications: HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with significant experience in mental health, addiction, or trauma settings.
• Experience: A strong background in designing and implementing therapeutic frameworks, particularly in addiction, trauma, and co morbid mental health issues.
• Skills: Knowledge of a variety of evidence-based therapeutic models (e.g., CBT, psychodynamic therapies, trauma-informed care) and the ability to create a holistic programme that complements and expands on existing models like the 12-step programme.
• Collaboration: Proven ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and guide them through programme changes.
• Leadership Vision: A clear vision for leading the implementation and ongoing management of the new programme.

Why Join Us?

• Be at the forefront of developing a new, innovative therapeutic programme that can shape the future of our services.
• Be part of a charity that values evidence-based, inclusive care.
• Opportunity to transition to a leadership role and make a lasting impact.
• While there is a it is a short-term contract there will be opportunities for CPD while in post
• There will be opportunities to link in with the wider psychology workforce in Cornwall

To apply, please complete and return the application below along with a copy of your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.

A job description for the role can be viewed below:

Application Form

Clinical Psychologist Job Description

Equal opportunities monitoring form

Bosence Organisation information

22nd November 2024

Location: Townshend, GB

Posted Date: 10/26/2024