Job Description
Principal Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist
Closing date: 29 June 2026
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Clinical, Counselling or Forensic psychologist to take up a newly created and pivotal role working across our Newsam inpatient ward and Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) 30 hours per week.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and lead the development of new psychological pathways within inpatient services where no previous post holder has been in place. The post holder will play a central role in embedding a psychologically informed approach to care, enhancing outcomes for individuals with complex and acute mental health needs.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of a new psychological care pathway across an acute ward and a PICU.
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical governance ensuring high s...