Principal Clinical Psychologist - DBT

We are seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic colleague to join us as a Principal Clinical Psychologist (0.6 WTE) on a fixed term basis of one year. You will Clinically Lead for the development of a high quality, sustainable DBT program, embedded in our mood and emotions (MERs) pathway, but integrated to offer provision across the mental health pathways. You will work alongside the Clinical Team Manager and Assistant Psychologists who will form part of this project, whilst also working collaboratively with experienced and newly training colleagues in the three localities in Devon., This post can be offered as a secondment opportunity for internal candidates

As a Principal Clinical Psychologist, you will lead the development of DBT within the mental health pathways. This will involve engaging with staff in the three localities to increase knowledge and understanding of the model. Ensuring we have the right resources and processes in place to embed and sustain as well as reporting on outcomes or challenges through the governance structures.

We would love to hear from experienced colleagues who have a high level of knowledge and experience in the DBT model alongside strong leadership skills to ensure success of this project., We would like the people who work for Children and Family Health Devon to be understanding, patient and respectful. They should be trustworthy and make us feel safe and comfortable. It is important that they use their skills and experience to listen carefully in a non-patronising and non-judgemental way. When staff are positive and friendly, they help to create an environment that is informal and without pressure.

Come and join us in Child Family Health Devon (CFHD) to develop our DBT provision across the county. Our services for children and young people have been transforming and we are looking for an experienced colleague to lead and embed a sustainable DBT provision for all young people in Devon who may need it., At Children and Family Health Devon, we are dedicated to improving the physical and mental health of children and young people across Devon and Torbay. We aim to create an environment where children and young people can thrive and are committed to reducing health inequalities and providing specialised support, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives., We are an alliance of NHS organisations led by Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust in partnership with Devon Partnership Trust. We are a group of professionals including psychologists, psychiatrists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, nurses and many other professions.

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With access to moors, sea and cities, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy Devon. Whether you enjoy spending time in the cultural hub of Exeter, exploring the Jurassic coastline or discovering the world surfing reserve in North Devon there really is something for everyone.