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Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

16d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Southend-on-Sea

AI generated summary

  • You should have a passion for clinical and research development, be flexible, support therapy programs, engage in audits, and gain experience in a multidisciplinary team under supervision.
  • You will support qualified psychologists in client assessments, group therapy, research projects, and team meetings while gaining supervision experience in a multidisciplinary setting.

Requirements

  • The post-holder should have a passion for developing their clinical and research skills, and be keen to work flexibly and in a variety of settings.
  • You will be expected to support qualified psychologists in the preparation and co-facilitation of group therapy programmes and the delivery of specific components of clinical treatment under close supervision.
  • There will be a key responsibility to support the service undertake audit and research projects.
  • There will be significant opportunity to gain experience of working in a multidisciplinary team, including liaison with allied professionals, contributing to the sharing of psychological knowledge and case discussion.
  • Remaining time will include attending referrals meetings, participating in departmental forums and opportunities to shadow other team members.
  • Your work will be closely supervised by an experienced psychologist and you will therefore also gain extensive experience of the supervisory process.

Responsibilities

  • The Assistant Psychologist will work alongside qualified Clinical and Counselling Psychologists, Psychotherapists and Clinical Associates in Psychology providing an Adult Community Psychological Service to local community mental health teams.
  • Psychologists provide direct client contact in the form of assessment and treatment, as well as providing consultation and supervision to other professionals.
  • The post-holder should have a passion for developing their clinical and research skills, and be keen to work flexibly and in a variety of settings.
  • You will be expected to support qualified psychologists in the preparation and co-facilitation of group therapy programmes and the delivery of specific components of clinical treatment under close supervision.
  • There will be a key responsibility to support the service undertake audit and research projects.
  • There will be significant opportunity to gain experience of working in a multidisciplinary team, including liaison with allied professionals, contributing to the sharing of psychological knowledge and case discussion.
  • Remaining time will include attending referrals meetings, participating in departmental forums and opportunities to shadow other team members.
  • Your work will be closely supervised by an experienced psychologist and you will therefore also gain extensive experience of the supervisory process.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Assistant Psychologist?

The main responsibility of the Assistant Psychologist is to work alongside qualified clinical and counselling psychologists, providing support in assessment, treatment, co-facilitating group therapy programmes, and assisting with audit and research projects within the Adult Community Psychological Service.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Applicants must be psychology graduates with a passion for developing clinical and research skills.

Is there supervision for the Assistant Psychologist?

Yes, the Assistant Psychologist will work under the close supervision of an experienced psychologist, gaining extensive experience of the supervisory process.

What kind of team will the Assistant Psychologist be working with?

The Assistant Psychologist will work within a multidisciplinary team, which includes clinical and counselling psychologists, psychotherapists, and clinical associates in psychology.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, EPUT offers excellent training facilities, opportunities for ongoing professional development, and a supported CPD programme.

Is flexible working available for this position?

Yes, EPUT supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees from the first day of employment.

What benefits does EPUT offer to staff?

EPUT offers various benefits including season ticket loans, NHS discounts, excellent training opportunities, a buying and selling annual leave scheme, salary sacrifice schemes, and the option to work bank shifts.

What is the Staff Bank?

The Staff Bank is a managed entity by EPUT that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals for shifts at trust hospitals and community settings. All permanent staff are automatically enrolled in the Staff Bank.

Do I need to undergo a DBS check?

Yes, as a newly appointed employee, you will be responsible for your initial DBS check cost, which will be deducted from your first salary with the Trust.

Are applications from people with disabilities encouraged?

Yes, the Trust encourages applications from people with disabilities and has made a commitment to employing more individuals with learning disabilities.

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Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

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Mission & Purpose

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) provides a variety of mental health, learning disability, and community health services across Essex. Their mission is to offer high-quality, compassionate care that promotes mental and physical well-being. They focus on improving patient outcomes through integrated, person-centered services that address the diverse needs of their community, ensuring accessible and effective support for all individuals.