Assistant Psychologist

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

Aug 5

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior & Mid Level
Kingston upon Hull

Requirements

Qualifications And Knowledge
Essential criteria
BSc Psychology
Graduate knowledge of research design and methodology, and application of this to research and development activity within the service area
Desirable criteria
Additional qualification or course attendance in a related field
Evidence of current CPD/formal qualification at an advanced level e.g post graduate level or equivalent knowledge/experiential learning
Experience
Essential criteria
Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and presenting with the full range of clinical severity across the full range of care settings
Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for service users psychological care and treatment, both as a professionally qualified care-coordinator and within the context of a multidisciplinary care plan
Desirable criteria
A breadth of clinical practice including clinically specialising in the field where the post is held
Ability to work across team/organisational boundaries developing and maintaining multi professional and multi agency partnerships
Skills And Competencies
Essential criteria
Ability to lead and motivate staff to embrace change
Ability to demonstrate ethical values and attitudes within culture of equality and diversity
Desirable criteria
Be able to demonstrate leadership/project management skills at an advanced level
Able to demonstrate effective communication skills at all levels
Applicant Requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Responsibilities

The post holder needs good organisational, communication and planning abilities in order to ensure that the pathways run smoothly and all clients receive timely support.
Applicants need to have experience in using psychometric assessments with people with learning disabilities, as they will play a role in completing direct assessments of learning disabilities and dementia.
Applicants will need to be equipped with a strong sense of responsibility and leadership as a psychology representative within the wider multidisciplinary team.
The post holder will be part of a friendly and supportive group of psychologists and psychotherapists, with opportunities for CPD in many different areas of specialism.
The post will provide the opportunity to contribute to service-based evaluation and audit, service development and teaching/training.
As a department, we are actively trying to develop our research activity.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Assistant Psychologist role?

A BSc in Psychology is required, along with graduate knowledge of research design and methodology.

Is experience working with people with learning disabilities necessary?

Yes, applicants need to have experience using psychometric assessments with individuals with learning disabilities as part of their role.

What kind of support will I receive in this position?

The post holder will receive supervision from a qualified psychologist and be part of a friendly and supportive team of psychologists and psychotherapists.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the position provides opportunities for continuous professional development (CPD) and involvement in service-based evaluation, research activity, and training.

Do you welcome applications from diverse backgrounds?

Yes, we positively value diversity and promote equality while challenging discrimination, encouraging applications from all backgrounds.

What is the location of the position?

The position involves working across Hull and East Riding of Yorkshire.

Is there an opportunity to contribute to service development?

Yes, the role includes opportunities to contribute to service development and teaching/training initiatives.

What characteristics are you looking for in candidates?

We seek highly motivated, confident candidates who show a strong interest in working with people with learning disabilities and value person-centred practice.

Does the Trust offer health and wellbeing support?

Yes, the Trust offers a unique range of health and wellbeing support services as part of their employee benefits.

Is a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required for this position?

Yes, this post is subject to a DBS check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order.

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Mission & Purpose

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust provides a comprehensive range of mental health, learning disability, community and addictions services to people from Hull and the East Riding, a population of almost 600,000. The Trust also provide forensic services to patients from the wider Yorkshire and Humber area and employs approximately 3000 staff in locations across 70 sites. As a Teaching Trust, we work closely with our major academic partners, Hull York Medical School and Hull University, nurturing a workforce of tomorrow's doctors, nurses and other health professionals.