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SalaryDetailed job description and main responsibilities We are looking for highly motivated Clinical/Counselling Psychologists with a keen interest in perinatal mental health. The main clinical work undertaken by the post-holder will be to provide specialist psychological assessment and intervention for mothers and their babies and families in the community. Being allied to the multi-disciplinary team in the Perinatal Service, the post holder will act as a member of the team by attending MDT meetings and offering supervision, advice and consultation on clients' psychological care to team colleagues. The role may also involve supervision of qualified and/or unqualified psychologists working in the community setting. You will join a friendly and supportive Psychology Service that offers excellent opportunities for research, personal development and special interests. We are committed to providing training and supervision opportunities for our staff, and we support networking, exchange of good practice and peer support amongst Psychologists and other disciplines across the Trust. We have well-established links with Birmingham University and other academic institutions, and enjoy excellent relationships with our clinical and managerial colleagues within the Trust. Applicants will need to have a genuine interest in perinatal mental health and psychological therapies, excellent communication skills, and a good knowledge of safeguarding. Experience of working in the perinatal mental health field and/or a keen interest in this specialist area is desirable. We are committed to equal opportunities and the development of our staff and provide a robust induction programme. We also provide regular supervision and training for all our staff. The Trust welcomes applications from all areas of the community who meet the specific criteria of the post regardless of age, gender, disability, religion/ belief or sexual orientation. Please ensure you read the job description and person specification attached and that your supporting information reflects the relevant skills and experience you have, as your application will be shortlisted against these criteria.
