Clinical Lead
The closing date is 31 August 2025
Job summary
* To provide specialist psychological assessment for adults in primary care step 4 utilising a range of self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the client's care * To provide specialist psychological therapy for individuals and groups based upon an appropriate psychological conceptual framework of their difficulties and employing methods of proven efficacy.
Main duties of the job
* To provide specialist psychological assessment for adults in primary care step 4 utilising a range of self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the client's care * To provide specialist psychological therapy for individuals and groups based upon an appropriate psychological conceptual framework of their difficulties and employing methods of proven efficacy. * To evaluate and make autonomous decisions about intervention options, including discharge, ensuring such decisions appropriately involve others providing care. * To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, information concerning the assessment, formulation and intervention plans of clients and to monitor and evaluate progress during the course of both uni- and multi-disciplinary care. * To provide specialist psychological advice, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to clients' care plans. * To undertake risk assessment and risk management for individual clients and to provide general advice to other professionals on psychological aspects of risk assessment and management.
About us
MHM is a national charity with over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health and social care services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Plymouth, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support. Everything about MHM is people focused, our people are central to delivering the highest quality of service and care to our clients and service users.
Details
Date posted
07 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
R000075
Job locations
4 Telford Court, Morpeth, Northumberland NE61 2DB
Morpeth
NE61 2DB
Employer details
Employer name
Mental Health Matters
Address
4 Telford Court, Morpeth, Northumberland NE61 2DB
Morpeth
NE61 2DB