Assistant Psychologist - Work Placement

Devon Partnership NHS Trust

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Job summary

We are looking for postgraduate Psychology students, to join our Psychology Team within Bristol Dementia Wellbeing Service.

You will have a passion and interest in mental health, providing high standards of primary care support and assessment for service users with dementia and a keen motivation to pursue a career as a Clinical Psychologist/Neuropsychologist.

Develop their understanding of the value and purpose of supervision within the discipline of Clinical Psychology

Shadow assistant psychologists/qualified psychologists in the use of neuropsychological assessments in the area of neurodegenerative diseases

Develop appropriate professional working relationships within their professional and/or clinical team and with a range of colleagues at the placement setting and other signposted agencies

Gain knowledge of types of service provision, organisational structures and quality assurance practices in relation to Clinical Psychology

Reflect on their own practice and development needs

Establish the foundations for career-long professional development in Clinical Psychology

Please note that this is offered as an unpaid work placement.

Main duties of the job

This is an ideal post for those looking for their first AP role and to gain experience in applied neuropsychology in an NHS service.

Shadowing current Assistant Psychologists, Trainee Clinical Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Music and Art Therapists.

You will have the opportunity to observe Neuropsychological assessments and (where appropriate) post-diagnostic therapy for people with a dementia diagnosis.

You will also be helping with a project to improve the demographic data for the service and potentially write up a service evaluation with me.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity 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.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These 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 conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Date posted

04 October 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Unpaid Work Placement

Contract

Voluntary

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9369-24-0791

Job locations

Bristol Dementia Wellbeing Service

Conduit Place

Bristol

BS2 9RU

Job description

Job responsibilities

Develop their understanding of the value and purpose of supervision within the discipline of Clinical Psychology

Shadow assistant psychologists/qualified psychologists in the use of neuropsychological assessments in the area of neurodegenerative diseases

Develop appropriate professional working relationships within their professional and/or clinical team and with a range of colleagues at the placement setting and other signposted agencies

Gain knowledge of types of service provision, organisational structures and quality assurance practices in relation to Clinical Psychology

Reflect on their own practice and development needs

Establish the foundations for career-long professional development in Clinical Psychology

Job description

Job responsibilities

Develop their understanding of the value and purpose of supervision within the discipline of Clinical Psychology

Shadow assistant psychologists/qualified psychologists in the use of neuropsychological assessments in the area of neurodegenerative diseases

Develop appropriate professional working relationships within their professional and/or clinical team and with a range of colleagues at the placement setting and other signposted agencies

Gain knowledge of types of service provision, organisational structures and quality assurance practices in relation to Clinical Psychology

Reflect on their own practice and development needs

Establish the foundations for career-long professional development in Clinical Psychology

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Knowledge of Neuropsychological Assessments
Knowledge of Neuropsychological Assessments in Dementia
Knowledge of evidence-based care in Dementia
Knowledge of dealing with vulnerable patients
Knowledge of different research methodology used in psychological practice

Desirable

Experience of Neuropsychological Assessments
Experience of Neuropsychological Assessments for Dementia Diagnosis
Experience of evidence-based care in Dementia
Experience in dealing with vulnerable patients
Experience in service evaluations
Experience in service evaluations within NHS services
Experience of using different research methodology in psychological practice

Qualifications

Essential

BSc Psychology (Accredited BPS Course)

Desirable

Further evidence of post-graduate study e.g., MSc Applied Neuropsychology
Experience of working in mental health settings
Experience of working in Dementia care
Experience of Neuropsychological assessments

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Knowledge of Neuropsychological Assessments
Knowledge of Neuropsychological Assessments in Dementia
Knowledge of evidence-based care in Dementia
Knowledge of dealing with vulnerable patients
Knowledge of different research methodology used in psychological practice

Desirable

Experience of Neuropsychological Assessments
Experience of Neuropsychological Assessments for Dementia Diagnosis
Experience of evidence-based care in Dementia
Experience in dealing with vulnerable patients
Experience in service evaluations
Experience in service evaluations within NHS services
Experience of using different research methodology in psychological practice

Qualifications

Essential

BSc Psychology (Accredited BPS Course)

Desirable

Further evidence of post-graduate study e.g., MSc Applied Neuropsychology
Experience of working in mental health settings
Experience of working in Dementia care
Experience of Neuropsychological assessments

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.