- Company Name
- Midlands and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit
- Job Title
- Practitioner Psychologist
- Job Description
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Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist
Role Summary:
Senior clinical psychologist delivering neuropsychological assessment and evidence‑based interventions for adults with neurological, functional neurological, and psychiatric conditions within an outpatient neuropsychology service. Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams (CBT therapists, physiotherapists, neuropsychiatrists, neurologists) to provide specialist care, supervise colleagues, and drive service development and research.
Expectations:
- Lead neuropsychological assessments, formulate culturally appropriate diagnoses, and design targeted interventions.
- Operate autonomously within BPS and HCPC guidelines, maintaining professional conduct and confidentiality.
- Provide clinical supervision, consultation, and mentorship to service users, families, and multidisciplinary staff.
- Engage in service evaluation, audit, research, and policy development to enhance service quality.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Conduct comprehensive neuropsychological assessments for patients with neurological or functional disorders and psychiatric comorbidities.
2. Develop and implement evidence‑based cognitive, emotional, and behavioral interventions tailored to individual needs.
3. Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure cohesive treatment plans and consistent formulation.
4. Deliver psychological support to carers and families, integrating cultural considerations into care.
5. Lead and chair MDT meetings, coordinate professional development activities, and maintain a psychologically safe environment.
6. Assess risk, formulate risk management plans, and contribute to clinical governance.
7. Conduct service evaluation, research projects, and contribute to policy and procedure development.
8. Supervise and support trainees preparing for Qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology and/or Functional Neurological Disorder training.
Required Skills:
- Advanced neuropsychological assessment and intervention expertise.
- Understanding of functional neurological disorders, neuropsychiatric presentations, and autistic cognition.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership abilities.
- Ability to conduct risk assessment and develop management plans.
- Research literacy, data analysis, and audit skills.
- Proficiency with evidence‑based therapeutic modalities (e.g., CBT, neurorehabilitation techniques).
Required Education & Certifications:
- Qualified Clinical Psychologist, accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
- Advanced training or qualification in neuropsychology (ideally Clinical Neuropsychology).
- Post‑registration training or certification in evidence‑based interventions for functional neurological disorder preferred.