Job reference: 261505
Salary: Band 7 (£52,845 - £61,466)
Job closing date: 16/11/2026
Job Type: Other Therapeutic
Location: Aberdeenshire H&SCP
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 36
Department: Aberdeenshire Drug and Alcohol Service

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the specialist psychology service within the Aberdeenshire Drug and Alcohol Service. The service supports people experiencing problematic substance use and/or co-occurring mental health difficulties across North, Central and South Aberdeenshire.

We are seeking a flexible, enthusiastic and compassionate practitioner with:

• A honours degree in Psychology or equivalent and a relevant Master's degree in Applied Psychology
• Experience of working with people affected by mental health and/or substance use difficulties
• Experience of delivering evidenced based psychological therapies, including groups and via online platforms

You will deliver evidence-based psychological interventions and contribute to the continued development of a stepped-care model across specialist drug and alcohol services. The role will also involve supporting the wider workforce through training, coaching and supervision; alongside participation in audit, evaluation and research.

Interview date: 26th November 2026, interviews will be online via MS Teams

Contact: Dr Claire Campbell, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Aberdeenshire Drug and Alcohol Service. claire.campbell2@nhs.scot

Please note this post may close early due to volume of applicants.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview in person. Alternative arrangements or adjustments will be considered in the event there are circumstances that may prevent candidates attending in person to ensure it is inclusive and accessible to all. As a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. Email gram.recruitment@nhs.scot for adjustments.