Trainee Health Psychologist

Devon Partnership NHS Trust

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Job summary

Health Education England is funding seven Trainee Health Psychologists to explore the contribution and impact health psychology can make in supporting the NHS to achieve its workforce transformation and redesign goals as part of an exciting pilot programme.

This advert is for the post in the South West region which will be hosted by Devon Partnership Trust.

Workforce transformation is a process, driven by improving the way we recruit, retain, deploy, develop and continue to support the healthcare workforce, to meet the growing and changing needs of local populations, ensuring high quality care for the patients of today and in the future.

The post is two year fixed term and will allow the trainee Health Psychologist to gain experience working within health and care whilst also completing the British Psychological Societys Stage 2 Training.

Applicants should hold a Stage 1 qualification in Health Psychology at Merit level or above (MSc). A good honours Degree in Psychology (2:1 or equivalent recognised conversion level) is required, as is BPS Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC).

Please note that the HEE psychological professions funding rule will apply to anyone recruited to this programme, meaning that they will only be eligible for further HEE training funding two years after completion of the qualifying exam board in the original training.

Main duties of the job

Candidates will demonstrate knowledge of Health Psychology theory (including COM-B and the behaviour change wheel) and a clear understanding of its application to the objectives of the NHS, particularly those related to workforce transformation and redesign.

Candidates will work closely with the Head of Staff Health and Wellbeing to develop and deliver three main programmes of work;

building line manager capability and confidence in supporting staff health and wellbeing.
domestic abuse support programme
bystander interventions in the workplace

Knowledge of the NHS Long Term Plan and People Plan, the ICS/ICB infrastructure across England, and an interest in workforce and staff health and wellbeing will be advantageous. Any previous experience of working within the NHS or wider health and social care system would also be beneficial.

Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential, with a strong emphasis on establishing a rapport and working relationships across a range of internal and external stakeholders. You will be expected to work independently at times, plan and organise work autonomously, balancing the needs of Stage 2 Training with a day to day workload. Excellent organisational, timekeeping and IT skills are therefore essential.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health & learning disability services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

Our values

We not only recruit employees based on their qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess and demonstrate the behaviours which underpin the core values of our organisation. These values include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health & learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Employer.

Date posted

26 September 2022

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£33,706 to £40,588 a year Subject to Job Evaluation

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9369-22-7956

Job locations

Wonford House

Dryden Road

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5AF

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for the job role of Trainee Health Psychologist.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for the job role of Trainee Health Psychologist.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Relevant research experience including quantitative statistical methods and/or qualitative research methods at undergraduate or postgraduate.

Desirable

2 to 3 years experience of further paid work in direct care provision.

Qualifications

Essential

An Honours Degree in Psychology, 2.1 level or above.
Hold Graduate Basis for Chartered membership (GBC) via qualification recognition or alternative route.
Completion of Stage 1 Health Psychology qualification (MSc Health Psychology), awarded at Merit level or above.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive. Ability to communicate highly complex and sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
A thorough understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities. Accurate use of complex psychological assessment tools.
Knowledge of Health Psychology theory and practice, particularly in relation to applied practice, behaviour change
Understanding of the application of theory/theoretical practice with reference to local and national workforce redesign policy drivers.
Understanding of UK Stage 2 Health Psychology competencies, and professional guidelines as defined by BPS and agreed by Stage 2 supervisors and organisation.
Evidence of capacity to undertake postgraduate level research e.g., statistical knowledge
Excellent communications skills, both verbally and written, including the ability to engage with clients experiencing a wide range of mental health problems.
Ability to communicate with a wide range of individuals being sensitive and responsive to varying contexts.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Relevant research experience including quantitative statistical methods and/or qualitative research methods at undergraduate or postgraduate.

Desirable

2 to 3 years experience of further paid work in direct care provision.

Qualifications

Essential

An Honours Degree in Psychology, 2.1 level or above.
Hold Graduate Basis for Chartered membership (GBC) via qualification recognition or alternative route.
Completion of Stage 1 Health Psychology qualification (MSc Health Psychology), awarded at Merit level or above.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive. Ability to communicate highly complex and sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
A thorough understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities. Accurate use of complex psychological assessment tools.
Knowledge of Health Psychology theory and practice, particularly in relation to applied practice, behaviour change
Understanding of the application of theory/theoretical practice with reference to local and national workforce redesign policy drivers.
Understanding of UK Stage 2 Health Psychology competencies, and professional guidelines as defined by BPS and agreed by Stage 2 supervisors and organisation.
Evidence of capacity to undertake postgraduate level research e.g., statistical knowledge
Excellent communications skills, both verbally and written, including the ability to engage with clients experiencing a wide range of mental health problems.
Ability to communicate with a wide range of individuals being sensitive and responsive to varying contexts.

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.