Job summary
An exciting opportunity
has arisen for an assistant psychologist to join the Complex Needs Service
(CNS) in Worcestershire. CNS work with adults (18+) with complex emotional and
relational needs to offer a clear, structured treatment pathway consisting of
evidenced-based interventions including MBT, DBT and SCM. The ideal candidate
will have a strong team work ethic, an ability to work flexibility and excellent
communication skills.
We will provide
you with the support and resources needed to help aid your personal and
professional development, including opportunities to learn new skills and
broaden your understanding of a range of psychological models. You will be
required to work across the county; over the course of a working week therefore
it is essential you can fulfil the travel requirements of the post.
Please not this post may close early if a large number of applications
are received.
Main duties of the job
The role involves working alongside a psychologist and other team
members, as part of a supportive integrated team to enable effective
implementation and delivery of interventions. A typical week would involve;
supporting the processing of new referrals into the service, supporting colleagues
within the service and wider trust by helping co-produce and facilitate training
and CPD events; participating in the delivery of group and individual interventions
including DBT, MBT and SCM, assisting the team in clinically related
administration including supporting service evaluations, collecting outcome
data and statistics, and contributing to the development of audit and/or
research projects.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer
27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
Flexible and agile working opportunities
Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
Wide range of staff networks such as LGBT+ and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage)
Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemes
Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our careers website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected
to act in line with the values and beliefs of the organisation and promote
these on a day-to-day basis. They will receive regular supervision, in accordance
with British Psychological Societys guidance. Key responsibilities include but
are not limited to:
- Undertaking structured interviews, psychological assessments and
observations of individuals and groups.
- Assisting in the formulation and delivery of care plans which
include psychological treatment and / or management of a patients problems,
considering a range of clinical information and dynamics
- Working under supervision with patients who may be emotionally
distressed, difficult to engage, abusive or hostile.
- Working closely with professionals, social workers, support
workers and administrative staff as appropriate within the specified service
area.
For full
details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job
description and person specification attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected
to act in line with the values and beliefs of the organisation and promote
these on a day-to-day basis. They will receive regular supervision, in accordance
with British Psychological Societys guidance. Key responsibilities include but
are not limited to:
- Undertaking structured interviews, psychological assessments and
observations of individuals and groups.
- Assisting in the formulation and delivery of care plans which
include psychological treatment and / or management of a patients problems,
considering a range of clinical information and dynamics
- Working under supervision with patients who may be emotionally
distressed, difficult to engage, abusive or hostile.
- Working closely with professionals, social workers, support
workers and administrative staff as appropriate within the specified service
area.
For full
details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job
description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc/BA Honours Degree at 2:1 or above in Psychology
- Eligibility for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer
Desirable
- Other relevant academic qualifications e.g., MSc, Post Graduate Diploma/Certificate in a relevant field
Additional Criteria
Essential
- A desire and commitment to work with people displaying personality difficulties and or histories of complex trauma
Desirable
- Desire and interest/willingness to develop psychodynamic and analytical concepts relating the personality development.
Knowledge
Essential
- A good understanding of the needs and difficulties of patients who attract a diagnosis of EUPD/BPD.
- Knowledge and awareness of evidence-based practice relating to patients within the specified service area, including psychological assessment and therapy techniques e.g., DBT/MBT/SCM.
- Graduate knowledge of research design and methodology
Desirable
- Understanding and experience of Structured Clinical Management and or other specific evidence-based interventions for working with EUPD traits
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Commitment to promoting patients rights, independence, choice and inclusion and a person-centred approach to care.
Desirable
- Good presentation and teaching skills in formal large group and small informal settings
- Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to communicate complex, technical and clinically sensitive information to non-psychologists, including other professionals and individual patients who may have difficulties with communication and understanding.
Experience
Desirable
- Experience/Exposure to people with mental health needs either on a paid and or voluntary basis
- Experience of working with patients in the specified service area (EUPD/Complex Emotional Needs) ideally as an assistant psychologist.
- Other relevant paid or voluntary work experience including research experience
- Experience of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working
- Experience in the assessment and delivering psychological interventions, including cognitive assessment and cognitive behavioural therapies
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc/BA Honours Degree at 2:1 or above in Psychology
- Eligibility for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer
Desirable
- Other relevant academic qualifications e.g., MSc, Post Graduate Diploma/Certificate in a relevant field
Additional Criteria
Essential
- A desire and commitment to work with people displaying personality difficulties and or histories of complex trauma
Desirable
- Desire and interest/willingness to develop psychodynamic and analytical concepts relating the personality development.
Knowledge
Essential
- A good understanding of the needs and difficulties of patients who attract a diagnosis of EUPD/BPD.
- Knowledge and awareness of evidence-based practice relating to patients within the specified service area, including psychological assessment and therapy techniques e.g., DBT/MBT/SCM.
- Graduate knowledge of research design and methodology
Desirable
- Understanding and experience of Structured Clinical Management and or other specific evidence-based interventions for working with EUPD traits
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Commitment to promoting patients rights, independence, choice and inclusion and a person-centred approach to care.
Desirable
- Good presentation and teaching skills in formal large group and small informal settings
- Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to communicate complex, technical and clinically sensitive information to non-psychologists, including other professionals and individual patients who may have difficulties with communication and understanding.
Experience
Desirable
- Experience/Exposure to people with mental health needs either on a paid and or voluntary basis
- Experience of working with patients in the specified service area (EUPD/Complex Emotional Needs) ideally as an assistant psychologist.
- Other relevant paid or voluntary work experience including research experience
- Experience of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working
- Experience in the assessment and delivering psychological interventions, including cognitive assessment and cognitive behavioural therapies
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).
