Clinical Psychologist

Overview

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We are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Psychologist with experience in assessing and supporting children, adolescents and adults with neurodevelopmental conditions. The successful candidate will provide psychological assessment, diagnosis, formulation, and evidence-based interventions for children, adolescents, and/or adults presenting with conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), intellectual disabilities, and related neurodevelopmental differences. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide high quality care, and evidence-based assessments that promote positive outcomes for clients, and their families.

Key Responsibilities

· Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments, including cognitive, behavioural, emotional, and neurodevelopmental evaluations.

· Undertake diagnostic assessments for neurodevelopmental conditions, including ASD and ADHD, using recognised diagnostic assessment tools and clinical guidelines

· Gather and interpret information from clinical interviews, observations, psychometric assessment, schools, carers, and other professionals.

· Formulate diagnostic opinions and contribute to multidisciplinary diagnostic discussions.

· Deliver evidence-based psychological interventions and therapeutic support.

· Produce clear, accurate and timely clinical reports and recommendations.

· Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with professional, ethical and legal standards.

· Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case consultations and safeguarding processes.

· Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives and clinical governance activities.

· Keep up to date with current research, legislation, and best practice relating to neurodevelopmental conditions.

· Supervise assistant psychologists, trainees, or other staff where appropriate.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

· Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy doctorate).

· Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a psychologist.

· Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions, including Autism Spectrum

Disorder and ADHD.

· Experience working across the lifespan (children, adolescents, and adults)

· Experience conducting diagnostic assessments using recognised tools (e.g., ADOS-2, ADI-R, DIVA, QBCheck, Conners, or equivalent).

· Knowledge of current clinical guidelines and best practices relating to neurodevelopmental assessments and interventions.

· Excellent report-writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

· Additional training in neuropsychology, autism assessment, ADHD assessment, or specialist therapeutic approaches.

· Knowledge of educational, occupational, and social care systems supporting neurodivergent individuals.

Working Conditions

· Combination of clinic-based, remote, and home working environments.

· May involve travel between clinics.

· Flexible working arrangements may be available. xwzovoh

Salary

• Ranges from £150- £200 per hour, dependent on experience.