Psychological Therapist – CAMHS

Job Description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Fixed Term Contract up until 09/03/2027 – Secondment Opportunity

We are a dynamic team striving to deliver the best integrated MDT care to children and young people living with long-term health conditions and their families.

We are fortunate to be based in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) and benefit from the support of a wide range of MDT mental health specialists.

Within the Paediatric Clinical Health Psychology Service we have the flexibility to develop interventions based on demand such as the introduction of targeted group work.

The role involves offering tailored psychological assessment and intervention, contributing to complex MDT care plans such as when the child’s condition is life limiting, consultation, and staff support through reflective practice groups.

Although the post is time limited, we are interested in learning what you are passionate about and supporting your interests where possible. We have a number of working groups such as those organising CPD, staff support and CAMHS website development to name but a few that could value from your contributions.

We work closely with the medical, nursing and allied health professional teams which has led to us developing solid working relationships. Many of us share offices in the same building which enables easy opportunity to knock on a colleague’s door for advice or support.

We work closely with the teams on Highland Children’s Unit and Neonate Unit in Raigmore Hospital, hence there is a need to be present on the wards in person.

We are a friendly supportive team delighted to be able to offer this opportunity to an experienced psychologist or indeed one who is motivated to gain experience in this specialist area. Or perhaps wants to avail of an opportunity to gain a secondment to a new working area or new location.

The Highlands are a playground for those loving the outdoors. If you are not active coming here, you run the risk of becoming that way! There is stunning geography for you to explore but also urban amenities like Eden Court Theatre, restaurants, bars and shops in Inverness. If you enjoy (or see the benefit even!) of loch swimming, there are opportunities to go after work with the hardier members of our team.

Informal enquiries to : Dr Tracy McGlynn, Consultant Clinical Psychologist – ,

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

• Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers. / Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd labhairt na Gàidhlig.
• Posts close at midnight on the indicated date

NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.

Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and social care values.

• Care and compassion
• Dignity and respect
• Openness, honesty and responsibility
• Quality and teamwork