Clinical Psychologist in Neuropsychology

A permanent Clinical Psychologist post in the therapy team at Frenchay Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre, within Active Care Group. The core work is neuropsychological assessment of people with cognitive, emotional and behavioural difficulties after brain injury, plus rehabilitation planning with the MDT. Inpatient neurorehabilitation, three days a week, suits a newly qualified psychologist or one seeking specialist neurorehabilitation experience. HCPC registration is required, and support is offered towards the QiCN.

What the job involves

• Carry out comprehensive neuropsychological assessments of patients’ cognitive, emotional and behavioural needs
• Support the MDT with clinical formulation, diagnosis and rehabilitation planning
• Deliver evidence-based psychological interventions, including cognitive and mood-based therapies
• Design and run individual behaviour modification programmes using a Positive Behaviour Support approach
• Coordinate therapeutic programmes and help patients meet their rehabilitation goals
• Give psychological support and education to patients, families and carers about acquired brain injury
• Contribute to MDT meetings, patient reviews, discharge planning and service development
• Manage and prioritise own clinical caseload with the wider Psychology Team
• Keep accurate clinical records and produce timely clinical reports
• Contribute to education and training for the MDT
• Maintain professional standards through CPD, clinical supervision and compliance with BPS and HCPC guidance

What’s required

Registration & licences

• HCPC registration as a Clinical Psychologist

Experience

• Neuropsychology placement experience as part of Clinical Psychology training, or equivalent
• Understanding of the cognitive, emotional and behavioural difficulties that can follow acquired brain injury
• Genuine interest in developing expertise in clinical neuropsychology and neuropsychological rehabilitation

Skills & knowledge

• Strong assessment, analytical and report-writing skills
• Clear and sensitive communication of complex information
• Rapport with patients and families and collaborative working within an MDT

Other

• Commitment to professional development, clinical supervision and evidence-based practice

Nice to have

• Postgraduate qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology
• Experience in brain injury rehabilitation
• Experience of designing and implementing behavioural programmes

What’s offered

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Active Learning Hub with e-learning and face-to-face training
• Benefits Hub discounts and savings
• 24-hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline and app
• Salary sacrifice Aegon pension with 5% employer match
• Medicash Health Plan for employee and family
• Enhanced sick and maternity pay

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