Clinical Psychologist

Job summary

Come and join one of the UK's largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Main duties of the job

Are you a passionate Clinical Psychologist seeking a rewarding career opportunity in neurological rehabilitation?

Do you thrive in a collaborative environment focused on providing the best possible care?

If so, we want to hear from you!

About us

Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Opened in 2023, Chislehurst Neurological Rehabilitation Centre is our 15-bed service providing specialist residential rehabilitation for adults with an acquired brain injury or long-term neurological condition. Through slow stream rehabilitation, we prioritise the individual needs of our residents by offering an adjusted intensity program tailored to their specific requirements. This adaptable approach ensures that residents can continue their rehabilitation journey at a pace that aligns with their current capabilities while working towards achieving their rehabilitation goals.

Our facility boasts a fully equipped therapy room, complete with a therapy kitchen and gym, providing a comprehensive range of resources to support residents in their recovery process, while the inclusion of communal living areas encourages social interaction. Furthermore, Chislehurst is conveniently situated close to local amenities with good transport links allowing residents easy access to the community.

As a Clinical Psychologist, you will provide an effective and efficient psychology service, focusing on the comprehensive assessment, formulation, and treatment of our residents. Your work will be integral to helping individuals achieve their rehabilitation goals, working closely with our multidisciplinary team to deliver the highest standard of care.

We are on a mission to build an exceptional team, dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care, and we want you to be a vital part of our journey!

What you'll be working:

Our standard working hours are hours per week, weekdays. However, we understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible.

What you'll be doing:

Keeping people safe from any harm and protecting their human rights

Complete assessment and clinical formulation of patients’ presentation and treatment needs

Provide evidence based individual and group treatment programmes to address or reduce the negative impact of the patients’ presentation, with an emphasis on multidisciplinary working to achieve the best outcomes

Evaluate the effectiveness of individual and group treatment programmes

Direct and support others to carry out evidence-based psychological interventions

Take personal responsibility for ensuring that appropriate security procedures are always adhered to and that risks are continuously assessed and managed

Maintain CPD of an HCPC Registered Practitioner Clinical Psychologist and to ensure competence in relation to the administration and scoring to psychological assessments and risk assessments

Develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, visitors, and carers

What to look forward to:

25 days plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities

Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop

Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice

A salary sacrifice  Aegon 5% matched pension

Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians

We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme

Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits

Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500  by recommending someone you know

……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Current HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

Experience and/or an evident and demonstrable interest in neuropsychology and/or behavioural interventions