Highly Specialist Clinical/Counselling Psychologist

at  West London NHS Trust

Due to recent expansion of psychological provision and exciting developments in our service, we are seeking a passionate and committed clinical or counselling psychologist to join our Mental Health Integrated Network Team (MINT) in Hounslow. MINT is a multidisciplinary service providing holistic support and treatment to adults presenting with a range of mental health difficulties within a stepped-care framework. We have an established psychology team which is well integrated and highly valued in the service.
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced psychologist, with a special interest in working with trauma. A significant part of this post involves embedding trauma-informed principles and thinking within the work of the whole MDT team, therefore we require a candidate who thrives in a team environment and is enthusiastic about consultation and leadership. T his post is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic early-career psychologist to develop as a leader and you will be supported by a passionate and committed senior psychology team.

Whilst you will use a range of interventions in your 1-1 work, we are looking for someone who has specialism in EMDR. Applications are welcomed from those who do not yet have an EMDR qualification - we will support the right candidate to undertake training and receive ongoing specialist supervision.

• Opportunity to complete fully funded EMDR Training with time for this built into your job plan
• Hybrid office based/ home based working week. Please contact us for more details.
• Flexible working, with full/part time opportunities available (minimum 3 days/week)
• Supportive work environment – in a recent survey psychological professionals in our Community and Recovery Services reported high levels of satisfaction with the psychological leadership, supervision and training they receive.
• A comprehensive CPD and reflective practice program.
• Opportunities to link and collaborate with the North Thames Doctorate courses through supervision, teaching and research.
• We are a values driven organisation and Togetherness, Responsibility, Excellence and Caring underpin how we treat each other and those who use our services.

You will provide highly specialist assessments and treatment for individuals with complex mental health conditions who have experienced trauma, both 1-1 and in groups. Therefore, post-qualification experience in this area is essential .
You will provide psychological consultation and guidance to the whole MDT and offer supervision and training for Band 7 psychologists, trainee and assistant psychologists. A desire to work within an MDT, promote psychological and trauma informed ways of working and develop your leadership skills is essential.
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.
The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed

• Opportunity to complete fully funded EMDR Training with time for this built into your job plan
• Hybrid office based/ home based working week. Please contact us for more details.
• Flexible working, with full/part time opportunities available (minimum 3 days/week)
• Supportive work environment – in a recent survey psychological professionals in our Community and Recovery Services reported high levels of satisfaction with the psychological leadership, supervision and training they receive.
• A comprehensive CPD and reflective practice program.
• Opportunities to link and collaborate with the North Thames Doctorate courses through supervision, teaching and research.
• We are a values driven organisation and Togetherness, Responsibility, Excellence and Caring underpin how we treat each other and those who use our services