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Join to apply for theSenior Psychologistrole atFlorin Chilian 2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for theSenior Psychologistrole atFlorin Chilian Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership TrustAboutEstablished in April 2006, Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust is an integrated health and social care Trust specialising in the provision of mental health services throughout Kent. The Trust serves a population of approximately 1.8 million people across a mix of urban and rural areas and socio-economic groups.We aim to provide effective, efficient and high quality care to all clients and the services provided include assessment of need, support, individual or group programmes of care, education and the promotion of mental health issues. These services are provided in a variety of locations including inpatient units, community homes, mental health centres, day treatment units and in clients' own homes. Our Care Programme Approach has encouraged clients to become fully involved in their own programme of care. This ensures that their views and wishes and those of their families and carers are reflected in their treatment of care.Our VisionThe Trust aims to deliver quality through partnership. Creating a dynamic system of care, so people receive the right help, at the right time, in the right setting with the right outcome.Our ValuesRespectWe value people as individuals, we treat others as we would like to be treated.OpenWork in a collaborative , transparent way.AccountableWe are professional and responsible for our actions.Working TogetherWe work together to make a difference for our service users.InnovativeWe find creative ways to run efficient, high quality services.ExcellenceWe listen and learn to continually improve our knowledge and ways of working.ContactAddressFarm VillaHermitage LaneMaidstoneKentME16 9PHContact Number01622 724100System maintenanceThe trac.jobs system will be undergoing essential maintenance atDuring this time period it will not be possible to browse jobs, sign into your account or submit job applications.OpenVacancy status: Ref:380-WK0238-B Vacancy ID:7136965Accepting Applications Until:Vacancy status:Accepting Applications Until:View job detailskeyboard_arrow_downHide job detailskeyboard_arrow_upKey detailsLocationSiteDartford Liaison ServiceAddressJasmine CentreTownDartford, KentPostcodeDA2 8DAMajor / Minor RegionKentContract type & working patternContractPermanentHours37.5 hours per week (Flexible work patterns available. Part time applications will be considered)Full time Part time Flexible workingSalarySalary£55,877 - £62,626 per annum (inclusive of high cost area supplement)Salary periodYearlyGrade(Band 8a)SpecialtyMain areaAdult Mental Health - Liaison PsychiatryThe CQC rates us as an Outstanding organisation for Caring with an overall rating of GoodKent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT) offer a range of ongoing benefits to our valued workforce across the Trust. From an activehealth and wellbeing programmeto regular recognition events, we work hard to provide varied benefits that make a difference to your work-life balance.Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you.Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.Working at KMPT ()Job OverviewAre you a registered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with a passion for providing exceptional care?We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Senior Psychologist to join our well-established and dynamic Hospital Liaison Psychiatry service. This is a key role within the senior clinical team within the Liaison service.It is fantastic time to join the Liaison Psychiatry service as we are developing our services to CORE24!Flexible work patterns available. Part time applications will be considered.The Service Liaison PsychiatryThe Liaison psychiatry service aims to provide mental health advice and support to individuals receiving care and treatment at general hospitals in Kent and Medway. The general hospital staff can refer anyone over the age of 18 who attends A&E or is an inpatient on a medical or surgical ward. The liaison team can then offer advice, support or a full mental and psychological health assessment as appropriate. By ensuring that an individuals physical and mental health are considered holistically, it is possible for the whole healthcare team to ensure the most effective care is delivered in a collaborative way.KMPT | Our Services - Liaison PsychiatryAdvertAs a Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist in our Liaison Service you will be responsible for offering high quality assessment and brief interventions with a specific focus on people in distress, related to both mental and physical health conditions.This is an exciting, varied role with opportunity for consultation, supervision of other practitioners, facilitation of reflective practice and teaching staff in the multi-disciplinary and hospital team.You will have plenty of scope and support to develop your own practice, whilst supporting the team in balancing the challenges of providing flexible high-quality services, in a way that delivers quick effective access and meets the expectations of patients, carers and the public.Senior Clinical or Counselling Psychologist - Essential Qualifications and ExperienceYou will have a doctorate-level or equivalent BPS approved qualification in Clinical/Counselling psychology, with experience in a range of clinical settings, able to support people in acute distress and will hold HCPC registration.Working for our organisationWhy KMPT?Come and work with us in the Garden of England where we combine exceptional professional development opportunities with a tremendous quality of life.We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing mental health, learning disability and specialist services, serving 1.8 million people across the county.The Trust (rated Good overall by the CQC and Outstanding for care) has 3,283 staff working in 66 buildings across 33 locations, covering an area of 1,450 square miles.You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing excellent care to our service users and their loved ones.The nature of our work attracts kindness and compassion as standard and everyone from our cleaners and porters to the chief executive and chairman are recognised as playing a vital role in providing an exemplary service.What is High Cost Area Allowance?The High-Cost Area (HCA) allowance, also referred to as London Weighting is a payment made to employees who work in London and the surrounding areas.As this post is based in Dartford, Gravesham or Swanley, the successful applicant will receive an additional payment each month.5% of basic salary, subject to a minimum payment of £1,258 per year and a maximum payment of £2,121 per year (the agreed annual amount will be divided into 12 equal amounts and paid monthly).Detailed Job Description And Main ResponsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached job description for full details of the main responsibilities of the role.At KMPT, we are serious about diversity and inclusion, and we are working hard to build this into our DNA. We warmly welcome applications for any of our roles from people from diverse backgrounds, and we are proactively encouraging applications from under-represented communities for our more senior roles, like this one.KMPT Staff Benefits:NHS pension schemeYour employer pays 23.7% towards your pension and life assurance benefits.Please see for more details.Annual leave for Agenda for ChangeOn appointment to NHS27 days for full time or pro rata if part timeAfter 5 years NHS service29 days full time or pro rata if part timeAfter 10 years NHS service33 days full time or pro rata if part timePlus bank holidays, thats up to 41 days - more than 8 weeks paid time off!Medical staffs have national Terms and Conditions. Buying and selling of annual leave is also available as part of our flexible approach to staff benefits.Recommend a friend campaignIf you already work for us you could refer a friend from outside of the Trust to any of the roles below and you can receive £1000 if they are successfully recruited; Nursing staff - RMN RGN RNLD - Band 5 and 6, Medical Doctors, Clinical Psychologist and Allied Health Professionals,Flexible workingCovers job share, term time working, flexible shifts etc. Just ask and we will try to help.Statutory and occupational maternity, paternity or adoption leaveDependant on length of NHS serviceOther Paid/unpaid LeaveThis can be for Jury Service, Reserved Armed Forces, etc. This is paid outside of annual leave.Non paid leave for career breaksStaff SupportKMPT offers a face to face counselling service for any issues not just work related problems.NHS discounts and shopping vouchersStaff can sign up for Red Guava, PS discounts and Health Service Discounts to receive a variety of discounts in travel, fashion, technology, mobile phone contracts, food and drink, days out etc.Learning and Development opportunitiesIn addition to the mandatory subjects there are a number of leadership, management and staff topic areas, including coaching and mentoring.InductionThe Induction programme will provide an excellent opportunity for new staff to meet and engage with KMPTs subject specialists and include the required training.The programme may involve some travel to the various training venues across Kent and Medway, the main ones being Canterbury, Maidstone and Dartford.New starter bonusAt the Trust we really value our nurses and the skills they bring. To recognise this we offer a New Hire Bonus of £1200 pro rata for band 5 and 6 nursing staff.Staff Network ForumsA variety of staff network forums which empower, support and encourage network members and allies, to reflect KMPT values and promote equality and diversity.Lease car scheme, Cycle to work scheme, the list goes on!Probation Period. New employees external to Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust are subject to a six-month probationary period.To deliver an effective service it is essential in some of our roles that you are able to travel between work bases in a timely manner.Production of false or forged documents/qualifications in order to obtain employment is a criminal offence and will be reported to the Police.Disclosure and Barring Service Check.Certain roles are subject to criminal record checks called Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. Therefore, you will be required to submit a completed Disclosure form to the Disclosure and Barring Service.KMPT are signed up to NHS England's Sexual Safety in Health Care Organisational CharterKMPT takes a systematic zero-tolerance approach to tackle any unwanted, inappropriate and/or harmful sexual behaviours within the workplace and in our care provision. We are committed to sexual safety which encompasses prevention, support and decisive action against perpetrators. We are committed to keeping you and our patients safe.KMPT is creating an environment for equal opportunities for all, where we can be ourselves. ALLIn cases where we receive a high volume of applications for a post, it may be necessary to bring the closing date forward. Please submit your completed application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.Due to the high volume of applications received, it is not possible to respond individually to your application. Should you not hear from us within six weeks of the vacancy closing, please assume that your application has not been successful.Use of AI when writing job applicationsWhile AI tools can be helpful in generating ideas and drafting initial versions, they should never be the sole source for writing your job application.AI cannot truly understand the specific job you're applying for or what makes you a good fit. Therefore, it's crucial to personalise any AI-generated content to accurately reflect your skills, experiences, and aspirations.Relying solely on AI to write your application may result in generic, impersonal, and potentially inaccurate content. Always review and refine any AI-generated text to ensure it effectively communicates your experience, skills, accomplishments, and aspirations, and demonstrates your suitability for the position.Applicant requirementswarning You must have appropriate UK professional registration. info This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.Person specificationQualificationsEssential criteriaDoctorate or Equivalent, BPS, HCPC Specialist trainingExperienceEssential criteriaYears of Experience Hours of supervised practice Relevant AMH/ acute/urgent care/health psychology experience demonstrated Good assessment & formulation skills, psychometric testing Effective MDT working Supervising & teaching others, Reflective practice Range of psychological models & able to flexibly adapt to needs/settingDesirable criteriaPrevious A&E Liaison or long term conditions experienceDocumentsLiaison Job Description & Person Spec (, 457.9)PDFKB NHS People Promise (, 267.8)PDFKB New Job, New Car? (, 392.5)PDFKB Trust Values (, 615.2)PDFKBFurther details / informal visits contactNameDebbie Timson (Mon Weds)Job titleConsultant PsychologistEmail address [email protected]Telephone number07535654988Additional information Seniority levelSeniority level Mid-Senior level Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Health Care Provider Industries Mental Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Florin Chilian by 2x Get notified about new Senior Psychologist jobs inDartford, England, United Kingdom . 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