Summary: This part-time role for a Principal Applied Psychologist at NHS Scotland involves working within an inpatient Alcohol Related Brain Damage (ARBD) unit in Edinburgh. The position requires the post holder to conduct complex cognitive assessments and contribute to multidisciplinary care planning and psychosocial treatment. The role also includes opportunities for service development and supervision of assistant psychologists. The contract is initially fixed-term for 12 months, with potential for extension based on funding.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct complex cognitive assessments for patients with suspected ARBD.
• Assist in formulating multidisciplinary care plans.
• Provide psychosocial treatment and rehabilitation as appropriate.
• Participate in service development, evaluation, and research.
• Supervise assistant psychologists and trainees.

Key Skills:

• Experience as an Applied Psychologist, particularly in Adult Mental Health/Substance Misuse.
• Membership in the PVG Scheme for the required regulatory group.
• Strong assessment and care planning skills.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Research and service development capabilities.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Edinburgh

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other