Job summary
Band 5 Assistant Psychologist - BIPOLAR SERVICE
This post is for an assistant psychologist to support the delivery of the Cognitive Remediation (CRT)in Bipolar (CRiB2) Trial on behalf of BSMHFT. The postholder will deliver the study intervention with individuals with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder and support consent and recruitment to participate.
CRiB2 is a randomised trial assessing the efficacy and mechanisms of CRT compared to treatment as usual. CRT is a psychological therapy which can help improve thinking skills such as memory , concentration, decisionmking and problem solving.
The post-holder will support the recruitment of participants; including provision of both clinical and cognitive assessments; collection of trial (and patient related data) , provision of therapy and liaison with all clinical and academic teams participating in the study.
The post sits within the Bipolar Service , a psychological therapies service. The successful candidate will be supported by staff from this service and will work alongside other assistant psychologists and a research assistant for CRiB 2 at University of Birmingham.
The post is ideal for Psychology graduates entitled to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society; additional post-graduation clinical and/or research experience in mental health is advantageous.
Main duties of the job
Raise awareness of CRT and CRiB2 in BSMHFT
Engage service users, obtaining informed clinical consent
Manage and store the collected information according to ethical requirements and governance protocols
Liaise with the local clinical team and academic colleagues supporting the delivery of the trial, troubleshooting as appropriate
Assist in the delivery and implementation of CRiB 2 adhering to research governance standard operating procedures, policies and guidelines
Data collection and analysis, the production of reports and summaries using IT and statistical programmes
Provide psychological assessment based upon the appropriate use, interpretation, and integration of data, including psychological and neuropsychological tests
Deliver the CRiB2 intervention in line with the approved Protocol
Attend meetings to encourage and support the delivery of the trial
Update electronic health records in accordance with local policies to ensure careproviders are aware of the prson's research status
Full details of the role can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification
About us
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job descriptions and person specifications.
We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.
We are unable to support applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work the United Kingdom (UK)
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job descriptions and person specifications.
We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.
We are unable to support applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work the United Kingdom (UK)
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Degree in Psychology 2.1 or 1st
Desirable
- Post degree qualification in Psychology/Psychological practice
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with mental health problems or disability in a health/social care context
- Paid work as an assistant psychologist in a setting providing direct care
Desirable
- Experience of working in a psychological assessment and/or therapy capacity with 'service users'
- Experience of working with people with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of working with SMI
Skills
Essential
- High standard of written communication
- Awareness of importance of verbal communication
- Awareness of non-verbal communication
Desirable
- Training (formal or informal) in communications skills/therapeutic techniques
Skills
Essential
- Ability to undertake an academic / postgraduate-level research project
- High level interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Shows awareness and understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems and disabilities
- Shows awareness and understanding of the differential needs of people from black and minority ethnic communities and from other minority groups
- Shows awarenss of ethical issues e.g. confidentiality, boundaries
- Able to assess and rect to risk issues
- Statistical skills
- skills in psychometric assessment / measures
Personal qualities
Essential
- Shows ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines.
- Ability to interact and to build and sustain relationships with people with mental health problems
- Able to work independently using supervision and guidance
- Application suggests adaptable and able to work flexibly when required
- A commitment to the involvement of service users and carers
- Willingness to travel between sites
Desirable
- An interest in working with people with mental health problems or other disabilities, specifically those who may attract a diagnosis of bipolar disorder
- Wants to develop skills and career in clinical psychology
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Degree in Psychology 2.1 or 1st
Desirable
- Post degree qualification in Psychology/Psychological practice
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with mental health problems or disability in a health/social care context
- Paid work as an assistant psychologist in a setting providing direct care
Desirable
- Experience of working in a psychological assessment and/or therapy capacity with 'service users'
- Experience of working with people with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of working with SMI
Skills
Essential
- High standard of written communication
- Awareness of importance of verbal communication
- Awareness of non-verbal communication
Desirable
- Training (formal or informal) in communications skills/therapeutic techniques
Skills
Essential
- Ability to undertake an academic / postgraduate-level research project
- High level interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Shows awareness and understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems and disabilities
- Shows awareness and understanding of the differential needs of people from black and minority ethnic communities and from other minority groups
- Shows awarenss of ethical issues e.g. confidentiality, boundaries
- Able to assess and rect to risk issues
- Statistical skills
- skills in psychometric assessment / measures
Personal qualities
Essential
- Shows ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines.
- Ability to interact and to build and sustain relationships with people with mental health problems
- Able to work independently using supervision and guidance
- Application suggests adaptable and able to work flexibly when required
- A commitment to the involvement of service users and carers
- Willingness to travel between sites
Desirable
- An interest in working with people with mental health problems or other disabilities, specifically those who may attract a diagnosis of bipolar disorder
- Wants to develop skills and career in clinical psychology
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Tall Trees, Uffculme Site
52 Queensbridge, Kings Heath
Birmingham
B13 8QY
Employer's website
https://www.bsmhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
