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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.
Applicants should be qualified Clinical Psychologists, with suitable experience in child and adolescent mental health and extensive experience in working with the Looked after (and accommodated) Children population. Part-time hours will be considered.
CAMHS in north NHS Highland (Highland council region) is a tier 3/4multi-disciplinary team based in Inverness, but providing clinics across a large rural geography. We also have clinicians based in more remote localities who are supported by the centrally based team. Primary mental health workers, employed by our partner agency Highland Council, are in place across Highland.
This post is part of a new development of a service for Care experienced Young people. The post holder will work closely with two other professionals within in this set up and will need to be able to take the lead on new service development. Clinical Psychology has a strong presence in NHS Highland CAMHS and we are always keen to develop new ways of service delivery to meet the challenges faced by a large mixed rural/urban population, a vast geography and government targets. Innovation is welcomed, professional and clinical development is valued.
Highland offers many positive lifestyle opportunities, with both the benefits of rural living (including snow sports, hill walking, kayaking and more) and city life in Inverness allowing access to shopping, restaurants and theatre.
A full current driving licence and use of own car for work purposes is essential.
Informal enquiries can be directed to Drs Wendy van Riet, Lead Consultant Clinical Psychologist or Dr Lindsay Chalton, Consultant Clinical Psychologist on 01463 701336.
Interviews to be held on 2nd May 2023.