Band 7 to 8a Clinical Psychologist in Learning Disabilities

at  Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

To provide a high specialist clinical psychology service within the Community Learning Disability Team (CLDT) including specialist assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, and monitoring of outcomes. To take a lead and coordinate some of the multidisciplinary pathways in the CLDT. Supervise and support clinical psychological assessment and intervention provided by other psychologists, including recently qualified psychologists, behaviour specialist practitioners, assistant psychologists, and trainee clinical psychologists. To work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for clinical practice within a current caseload.
To utilise research skills for audit, policy, service development and clinical research. In agreement with the Operational Clinical Lead for Learning Disabilities and Consultant Clinical Psychologist, to propose and implement policy and service changes for the CLDT, Trust and other local partner agencies. We’re eager to welcome skilled and dedicated individuals who share our vision for improving the quality of life and reducing health inequalities affecting people with intellectual disabilities. If you’re passionate about wanting to make a difference in the lives of people with Intellectual Disabilities and committed to making a real difference in their lives, we encourage you to explore this opportunity further.
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