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Assistant Psychologist

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • London

Requirements

  • - Previous experience of working with people with psychosis and their carers is desirable
  • - An enthusiasm for creative working and interest in innovation and co-production with this group is essential
  • - The post requires entitlement to Graduate Membership with the British Psychological Society (BPS)

Responsibilities

  • - Provide carer support & education through individual work with carers and supporting the existing monthly group.
  • - Carry out clinical administration, data collection and analysis, audit and service development projects.
  • - Work directly with individuals, groups and families from a wide range of diverse backgrounds, providing tailored assessment, formulation, consultation and low-intensity interventions for carers of people with psychosis, bipolar and co-occurring psychological difficulties such as trauma.
  • - Work under close supervision of a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist.
  • - Work closely with MDT colleagues and other agencies to provide psychologically informed care, through joint working, training, consultation, supervision and reflective practice.
  • - Undertake service development, service evaluation, quality improvement (QI) and research.
  • - Work within professional guidelines and the policies and procedures of the service.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Assistant Psychologist.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

This position is part-time.

Where is the location of the job?

The job is located in Islington EIS.

What will be the main focus of the Assistant Psychologist role?

The main focus of the role will be providing carer support and education through individual work with carers, supporting the existing monthly group, and carrying out clinical administration, data collection and analysis, audit, and service development projects.

Who will supervise the Assistant Psychologist?

The post-holder will be supervised and line-managed by a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The post requires entitlement to Graduate Membership with the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Is previous experience with psychosis necessary for this role?

Previous experience of working with people with psychosis and their carers is desirable.

What kind of training and professional development opportunities are offered?

The position offers an extensive CPD programme, including in-house psychological workshops in various therapeutic approaches and opportunities for continued professional development.

What is the working environment like?

The working environment is described as a vibrant community of psychological therapists in community psychosis services, with close collaboration among multi-disciplinary teams (MDT) and a commitment to regular high-quality supervision.

Can I contact someone for more information about the role?

Yes, you can contact Dr. Natasha Avery, the Psychology Lead for EIS, at the email address natasha.avery@candi.nhs.uk or by phone at 07871968717.

What types of approaches will be used in the psychological care provided?

The service will draw on a range of approaches including CBTp, Family Interventions, systemic therapies, and third-wave therapies.

Are there any health and wellbeing initiatives available for staff?

Yes, there are a wide range of health and wellbeing initiatives available for staff, along with flexible working options.

How does the North London Mental Health Partnership aim to benefit the residents and patients?

By working together, the partnership aims to achieve more for the residents of North Central London and their patients than they could by working apart, thereby delivering better care and transforming the environment for service users and staff.

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Mission & Purpose

Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust delivers a variety of mental health and community health services across Camden and Islington. Their mission is to provide high-quality, patient-centered care that supports mental well-being and overall health. They are dedicated to offering accessible, effective, and compassionate services to meet the diverse needs of individuals in their community.