About this role
Job summary
Come and join one of the UKs largest independent providers in neuro and mental healthcare. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.
We are looking for Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical, Counselling, Forensic) to join our dedicated multidisciplinary team at Kings Norton Hospital on a part-time basis.
We are also open to newly qualified candidates.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a specialist, supportive setting, delivering high-quality, evidence-based psychological care to individuals with complex mental health needs.
At Kings Norton Hospital, we provide intensive treatment within a safe and compassionate environment for adults aged 18 and over from across the UK who are detained under the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007) and present with severe and complex mental health conditions.
Main duties of the job
You will work alongside a highly skilled, collaborative team to deliver a wide range of evidence-based therapeutic interventions. Our focus is on helping patients stabilise, develop insight, build coping strategies, and make meaningful progress in their recovery. We are committed to achieving the shortest clinically appropriate length of stay, supporting patients to transition safely back home or into ongoing community care.
We welcome applications from newly qualified or soon-to-be qualified Practitioner Psychologist, as well as those with more established experience. You will be supported through regular supervision, professional development opportunities, and a strong culture of reflective practice.
About us
Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.
Job description Job responsibilities
The role
This part-time role is 22.5 hours per week, with exact working days and times to be agreed with the successful candidate. We offer flexibility to help you balance your work and personal commitments.
In this role, you will deliver a provision of specialist advice/consultation/ formulation, psychological assessment, liaison with other agencies, psychological interventions, clinical supervision and teaching of staff and/or students.. Working closely with our experienced multidisciplinary team (MDT), you will play a key role in managing risk, guiding treatment, and supporting the overall wellbeing and recovery of our patients.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake comprehensive clinical psychological assessments using a range of methods (file review, interviews, psychometric and/or behavioural observation)Complete clinical formulations and structured professional judgement risk assessmentsDeliver and evaluate evidence-based individual and group interventionsContribute to risk assessment, risk management and treatment planning within the MDTAdminister, score and interpret clinical and psychological assessmentsProduce high-quality written reportsSupport and guide colleagues in delivering psychologically informed interventionsContribute to clinical governance, audit, service development and trainingMaintain HCPC registration, CPD and compliance with regulatory and organisational standards . Active Care Group will support with opportunities for individual development.Participate in induction, regular clinical and line management supervision for supportWhat to look forward to
25 days plus bank holidaysBirthday offJoin the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunitiesBenefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shopFree 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer adviceA salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pensionAccess to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticiansWe recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programmeEnhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefitsRefer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you knowand, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
Experience Essential
Pre or post qualification experience working in forensic, mental health, rehabilitation or hospital settings Strong assessment, formulation and intervention skills Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Active Care Group
Address Wharf Road
Birmingham
B30 3LN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)