Locum Psychologist (Clinical, Counselling or Forensic) – Adult Mental Health – North West

The role

You will deliver psychological care to adults with complex mental health needs in a specialist inpatient service. You will conduct assessments, deliver interventions, and work within a multidisciplinary team.

What you will do

• Conduct specialist psychological assessments and develop evidence-based formulations.
• Deliver individual and group psychological interventions tailored to service user needs.
• Work collaboratively with psychiatrists, nurses, occupational therapists and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to risk assessments, care planning and review meetings.
• Support psychologically informed practice across the service.
• Provide consultation and guidance to colleagues where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with professional standards.
• Participate in service development and quality improvement initiatives.

Required qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist.
• Doctoral-level qualification in Psychology (or recognised equivalent).
• Experience working with adults with complex mental health needs.
• Strong assessment, formulation and intervention skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Nice to have

• Previous experience within inpatient mental health, rehabilitation or secure services.
• Experience facilitating therapeutic groups.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches.
• Experience contributing to service development or staff consultation.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay rates.
• Flexible contract opportunities.
• Full-time hours available.
• Supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team.
• Opportunities to broaden your clinical experience.
• Accessible location with good transport links.
• Ongoing contract potential for the right candidate.
• Professional development opportunities.

About the company

Pulse Mental Health connects healthcare professionals with opportunities across the UK. They provide dedicated consultants, streamlined registration, and onboarding support.