Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Psychologist to join the Berkshire Traumatic Stress Service (BTSS) and Birth Trauma Pathway within BTSS. BTSS is a specialist service providing assessment and treatment for adults with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD). The Birth Trauma pathway is a specialist service providing assessment and treatment for adults with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) to their Birth experience. The post holder will be working 1.5 days per week in the birth trauma pathway and 3.5 days in the BTSS main service.
You will be part of a dedicated, dynamic and friendly team of psychological therapists and psychologists committed to providing the best care for traumatised individuals.
You will be based at Erlegh House on the University of Reading White Knights Campus. The location has plenty of car parking with electric car charging points, access to green spaces, local shops.
We offer a blended model of delivery including face to face and online working from our well resourced clinic space or from home when appropriate.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will contribute to the completion of service development and evaluation projects and research
- The post holder will contribute to the triage process, including reviewing referrals to the team and attending meetings with other services to discuss cases, alongside a qualified clinical or counselling psychologist.
- The post holder will be involved in developing clinical materials for the service
- The post holder will work with BTSS service user involvement group.
The "must haves" for you to be considered for this role:
- Holder of an upper second class honours degree or higher in psychology or an entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
- Enthusiasm and commitment to contributing to the delivery of high-quality care and support for people diagnosed with PTSD and C-PTSD
- Have degree level knowledge of psychological research, experience completing research, and the ability to complete clinical audits and service evaluation
- Excellent time management and organisational skills when managing the duties and responsibilities
Whilst there are opportunities for hybrid working in this role, there is an expectation that the majority of time for this role will be spent in the office at Erlegh House, University of Reading.
About us
Berkshire Healthcare has a record of achievement and success that places us as one of the best performing Trusts in the country. We are rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC, we have a history of strong financial performance and we have a highly skilled and engaged workforce. We aspire to be an outstanding organisation for everyone: our people, our patients, their families, and their carers. For our people who work here that means we want Berkshire Healthcare to be a great place to work where everyone can thrive and grow.
We are happy to answer any questions that you may have. Please don't hesitate to call: Dr Dorothy King on 0118 904 7111 or email dorothy.king@berkshire.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note that this vacancy will be capped at 30 applications, therefore it may close earlier than the initial closing date.
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note that this vacancy will be capped at 30 applications, therefore it may close earlier than the initial closing date.
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications/ Training
Essential
- An upper second class honours degree or higher in psychology
- Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Continuous Professional Development
Desirable
- Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience working with people with mental health difficulties
- Direct clinical experience of working in a psychological or mental health service
- Research experience, including a working knowledge of statistics, data analysis and report writing
Desirable
- Experience of working with people with a background of trauma or who have PTSD/Complex PTSD
- Experience of facilitating or co-facilitating group interventions
- Experience of assessment or 1:1 work (e.g. psychoeducation, guided self-help) with people with mental health difficulties
- Experience carrying out audits within a clinical service
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to form positive therapeutic relationships with service users and carers
- Ability to form positive working relationships with colleagues and other professionals within an MDT or across services
- Understanding and awareness of diversity and culture and commitment to promoting anti-discriminatory practice
- Ability and experience of handling data and managing databases
- Ability and experience of conducting literature searches and an understanding of the application to clinical practice
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of evidence-based practice
- Skills in preparing and delivering presentations
- Experience of writing clinical notes, using a clinical electronic record system such as RiO
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications/ Training
Essential
- An upper second class honours degree or higher in psychology
- Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Continuous Professional Development
Desirable
- Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience working with people with mental health difficulties
- Direct clinical experience of working in a psychological or mental health service
- Research experience, including a working knowledge of statistics, data analysis and report writing
Desirable
- Experience of working with people with a background of trauma or who have PTSD/Complex PTSD
- Experience of facilitating or co-facilitating group interventions
- Experience of assessment or 1:1 work (e.g. psychoeducation, guided self-help) with people with mental health difficulties
- Experience carrying out audits within a clinical service
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to form positive therapeutic relationships with service users and carers
- Ability to form positive working relationships with colleagues and other professionals within an MDT or across services
- Understanding and awareness of diversity and culture and commitment to promoting anti-discriminatory practice
- Ability and experience of handling data and managing databases
- Ability and experience of conducting literature searches and an understanding of the application to clinical practice
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of evidence-based practice
- Skills in preparing and delivering presentations
- Experience of writing clinical notes, using a clinical electronic record system such as RiO
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).
