Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and motivated Assistant Psychologist in our well-established and dynamic Older Adult Psychological Services in Mid Essex.
You will be part of a well established team providing psychological support to Ruby Ward, an older adult functional mental health ward. This post involves working with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, bereavement, bi-polar disorder, psychosis, trauma and personality disorders as well as a wide variety of cognitive, neurological and physical health problems such as dementia and Parkinson's.
There is a chance to gain experience of many different aspects of working psychologically with older people.
This could include:
Developing psychological formulations for each service user who are currently on the ward using different a range of models including the 5 P's.
Co - facilitating a number of therapeutic groups including a compassion focused group; music reminiscence group; art therapy group.
o We are always adding to the therapy group programme so you would also be involved in this process
Working 1:1 with services users using different approaches such life story or the tree of life with a specific focus on engagement and working creatively.
You may also be involved with other tasks such as developing positive behaviour support plans; crisis and risk management plans; as well as conducting neuropsychological assessments.
Main duties of the job
Our team comprises a two qualified clinical psychologists and an art therapist. We regularly have trainee clinical psychologists and trainee art therapists on placement.
A particularly important part of the role will be in working with the wider multidisciplinary team including OTs, OTAs, medics, nurses, physios, dieticians, associate practitioners and health care assistants. This may involve attending team meetings, ward rounds, team formulation sessions and reflective practice sessions and supporting with staff training.
You will also be responsible for the updating and analysis of the clinical database and will be involved in evaluating a range of service outcomes and creating clinical audits. Additionally, you will have opportunities to contribute to service improvement and develop your clinical leadership skills. You will be required to work efficiently under pressure so ability to manage time and workload will be particularly important.
You will receive regular weekly clinical supervision from a clinical psychologist. There will also be regular peer support meetings and teaching sessions with the other assistant psychologists in the wider team.
Our team is part of the wider Mid Essex Older Adult Psychology team. Within the team there is a consultant clinical psychologist, two principal clinical psychologists, four qualified clinical psychologists, an art therapist and three other assistant psychologists.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a team, our main priority is have and maintain a collaborative, supportive and safe team culture. We regular meet together with the aim to create an environment where we all feel safe and supported; feel that we are all involved in how the team functions and feel that we are able to support each other with any concerns and issues, both at work and at home.
The ward is based at the Crystal Centre, a purposively built award winning home of Older Adults mental health services in Chelmsford with good transport links and a staff car park. We are based on the main site of Broomfield Hospital, which has a range of shops including coffee shops; proximity to excellent childcare providers and access to the grounds which offer beautiful gardens with lovely walks.
Additionally, we have an excellent track record of assistant psychologists going onto clinical training.
Team commitments and values:
We are committed to delivering equitable services and developing an inclusive culture. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, as we are keen to bring diverse life experiences to our teams and expand who we are and what we have to offer. We value and care about the wellbeing of our staff and see this as priority. We will support you to work flexibly.
We look forward to receiving informal enquiries (telephone, online video conference, visits) and your application.
PLEASE NOTE
The successful applicant will have an upper second class honours degree or higher in psychology and will be entitled to graduate membership and / or the Graduate Basis for Registration (GBR) of the British Psychological Society.
Please be aware that we are asking applicants to answer the following three questions as part of their supporting statement:
- What experiences, personal and / or professional, underpin your passion for working with Older People? (word limit: 300 words)
- Tell us about your experience of being with or working with someone from a different background to yourself? What did to learn from the experience? (word limit: 300 words)
- What are you own reflections about working on an older adult ward? (word limit: 300 words)
Please note that only the applicants who will answer all three questions within the specified word limit of 300 words for each will be considered for an interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a team, our main priority is have and maintain a collaborative, supportive and safe team culture. We regular meet together with the aim to create an environment where we all feel safe and supported; feel that we are all involved in how the team functions and feel that we are able to support each other with any concerns and issues, both at work and at home.
The ward is based at the Crystal Centre, a purposively built award winning home of Older Adults mental health services in Chelmsford with good transport links and a staff car park. We are based on the main site of Broomfield Hospital, which has a range of shops including coffee shops; proximity to excellent childcare providers and access to the grounds which offer beautiful gardens with lovely walks.
Additionally, we have an excellent track record of assistant psychologists going onto clinical training.
Team commitments and values:
We are committed to delivering equitable services and developing an inclusive culture. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, as we are keen to bring diverse life experiences to our teams and expand who we are and what we have to offer. We value and care about the wellbeing of our staff and see this as priority. We will support you to work flexibly.
We look forward to receiving informal enquiries (telephone, online video conference, visits) and your application.
PLEASE NOTE
The successful applicant will have an upper second class honours degree or higher in psychology and will be entitled to graduate membership and / or the Graduate Basis for Registration (GBR) of the British Psychological Society.
Please be aware that we are asking applicants to answer the following three questions as part of their supporting statement:
- What experiences, personal and / or professional, underpin your passion for working with Older People? (word limit: 300 words)
- Tell us about your experience of being with or working with someone from a different background to yourself? What did to learn from the experience? (word limit: 300 words)
- What are you own reflections about working on an older adult ward? (word limit: 300 words)
Please note that only the applicants who will answer all three questions within the specified word limit of 300 words for each will be considered for an interview.
Person Specification
Essential & Desireable
Essential
- An honours degree (or equivalent) in Psychology OR Successful completion of a BPS accredited post-graduate Psychology conversion programme
- Eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered membership of the British Psychological Society.
Desirable
- Further courses relevant to work in mental health and/or related to psychological interventions or training
Essential & Desireable
Essential
- Aware of the expectations of professional and ethical behaviour and ability to act in accordance with these.
Desirable
- Paid or voluntary experience relevant to working in psychological service, training or research settings, including work in community groups and part-time work.
Essential
Essential
- Ability to travel across sites if needed
Person Specification
Essential & Desireable
Essential
- An honours degree (or equivalent) in Psychology OR Successful completion of a BPS accredited post-graduate Psychology conversion programme
- Eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered membership of the British Psychological Society.
Desirable
- Further courses relevant to work in mental health and/or related to psychological interventions or training
Essential & Desireable
Essential
- Aware of the expectations of professional and ethical behaviour and ability to act in accordance with these.
Desirable
- Paid or voluntary experience relevant to working in psychological service, training or research settings, including work in community groups and part-time work.
Essential
Essential
- Ability to travel across sites if needed
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Crystal Centre, Broomfield Hospital
Puddingswood Drive
Broomfield, Chelmsford, Essex
CM1 7LF
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
