Practitioner Psychologist

Practitioner Psychologist 15-30 hours per week (at applicants discretion) £48,500 pro rata Hertfordshire A well-established rehabilitation hospital set within a modern, purpose-built environment with extensive grounds is seeking a Registered Practitioner Psychologist to join its welcoming and collaborative psychology team. The service provides high-dependency rehabilitation alongside acute mental health care, psychiatric intensive care, and secure services, all delivered within one location. Essential: A recognised postgraduate qualification in Clinical, Counselling, or Forensic Psychology. Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist (applications from newly qualified psychologists are welcomed). A trauma-informed approach to practice, with the ability to understand and respond to individuals’ life experiences. Experience supporting people with complex mental health presentations, including significant interpersonal difficulties. Key Responsibilities: Conduct psychological assessments and deliver interventions using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, DBT, systemic, or psychodynamic models. Work closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to contribute psychological expertise to treatment planning, reviews, and risk management. Support the implementation of individual care plans and assist qualified staff with therapeutic activities that promote dignity, wellbeing, and recovery. Provide consultation, training, and supervision to colleagues, trainees, and other professionals to strengthen psychological practice across the service. Maintain high clinical governance standards, including accurate record keeping, adherence to professional and ethical guidelines, and participation in audit or research activity. Contribute to service improvement initiatives by using data, feedback, and evaluation to enhance outcomes and patient experience. Engage in continuing professional development to maintain professional registration and ensure practice remains aligned with current research and best practice. To be considered click apply, alternatively send your CV to T.sanders@linqrecruitment.co.uk