Clinical Psychologist - CAMHS

Priory Healthcare ,
Chelmsford, Essex
Salary: £45k per year

Overview

ituated within three acres of landscaped grounds, Priory Hospital Chelmsford is an independent hospital that specialises in the treatment and management of adults and adolescents with a range of mental health problems. There is a highly experienced team of mental health professionals and support staff, which include consultant psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses and therapists. The hospital offers calming and recovery focused residential treatment for up to 60 service users, as well as day care and outpatient services, including separate facilities for young people. We provide expert treatment for the following services: • Eating disorders • Child and Adolescent Mental Health • Addiction services Our highly experienced multidisciplinary team deliver personalised treatment programmes alongside the use of a wide range of therapies. An opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Psychologist to work on our CAMHS Unit. The post holder will need to have a recognised qualification with experience of working with an adolescent client group. The successful applicant will be accredited with an appropriate professional body and should be familiar with using psychological assessment tools. The ability to work within a CBT model is desirable. The provision of DBT training for the successful applicant is a possibility. The post holder will require excellent communication skills and will need to work closely with the existing MDT team within the CAMHS unit. About us As one of the UK’s leading providers of behavioural care and specialist support services to adults and young people, Priory Group promise a challenging and fulfilling career with the support of a world class organisation willing to invest in your development. Across our network of hospitals, residential care homes, education facilities and supported living services, we are making a real and lasting difference to the lives of the people we support. Disclosure All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory Group will cover the cost of a DBS check. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89805729