Lead Psychologist - Substance Misuse - Adults

Lead Psychologist - HCPC
Adult Substance Misuse
Full OR Part Time
Up to £61,800 (pro-rata) (Band 8b)
Bournemouth

Are you an experienced Practitioner Psychologist?
Are you craving autonomy which isn’t afforded in the public sector?
Are you looking to join a leading substance misuse charity who support thousands of people nationwide?
Then this may be the opportunity for you!

Overview:
Compass Associates is proudly partnering with a leading private Substance Misuse provider that was born out of a mother's impassioned plea to save her son from the clutches of addiction. What began as a simple support group for parents has since evolved into a substantial network of life-changing services across the UK. The providers stand by individuals wrestling with drug and alcohol abuse, mental health challenges, and their loved ones, offering support through community, face-to-face, and prison-based services.

Now, as they expand their operations in Bournemouth, we are on the hunt for an exceptional Lead Psychologist to join their dedicated team.

As a Lead Psychologist, you will hold your own caseload while also supporting Trainee and Asssistant Psychologists, in accordance with the organisation's corporate policies as well as national regulations, policies, and procedures.

Location:
The providers services in Dorset span the adjacent areas of Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch; thus the role is commutable from Yeovil, Swindon, Reading, Winchester, Southampton and Salisbury and other surrounding towns and villages.

Criteria:
- HCPC Registered Psychologist
- Substance Misuse setting experience

Shift Pattern:
As a Lead Psychologist, you will work ideally full-time, Mon - Fri but applications are welcome from those seeking part-time hours.

Interview Process:
This will be a one-stage, competency-based interview, held virtually or in-person, and carried out with the Regional Director of Services.

Salary and Benefits:
This Lead Psychologist position pays up to £61,800 (Band 8b) (pro-rata), and includes an industry-leading benefit package as follows:

30 days annual leave, plus the 8 bank holidays
2 days paid volunteer leave per year
Pension scheme
Blue Light Card Discounts
Flexible working opportunities
Refer a Friend scheme

Contact Details:
To apply, or for more information and an informal confidential discussion please contact Lijani Cherry at Compass Associates.

Compass Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy; we offer £200 John Lewis vouchers for each successful recommendation.