Senior Clinical Specialist / Psychologist / Psychotherapist

We are seeking an experienced, skilled professional to join our Trauma and Resilience Services (TRS) Pathfinders team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an innovative, developmental service dedicated to providing high-quality consultation and teaching for professionals and organisations strengthening support for individuals who have experienced complex trauma, often related to sexual exploitation and abuse.

We are a small specialist multi-disciplinary team and we value the contribution that differing professions make, working in collaboration, therefore this role is open to applicants across a number of disciplines including social workers, mental health nurses, occupational therapist, clinical psychologists or psychoanalytic psychotherapists, with a solid background in complex trauma and adult mental health. If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position, this role offers you the chance to make a significant difference in the lives of individuals and in trauma-informed service delivery across South Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire., The TRS Pathfinders team offers a unique and meaningful opportunity to impact lives, reduce health inequalities, and shape a supportive, trauma-informed environment across the region. You'll work in a multidisciplinary setting with structured clinical supervision and professional growth opportunities, as well as contribute directly to the Trust's vision of fostering resilience within trauma-informed care.

As a member of the TRS team, you will play an instrumental role in developing pathways and providing specialized support for survivors of childhood sexual exploitation (CSE) and non-recent sexual abuse (CSA).

The post holder will be supported to develop a portfolio of work linked to their interests and skills in relation to complex trauma, educating staff and promoting organizational resilience in this area. Whilst this is a primarily non-patient role primarily a staff and system support role, where applicable, the post holder may contribute and develop their direct clinical expertise in trauma through an indicative case load in a defined mental health team by agreement.

Overarchingly the team take a systems psychodynamic approach to service design for complex trauma utilizing a range of research and clinical theories.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more