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Band 4 Assistant Psychologist - Nuffield House

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Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

28d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You should be eager to gain experience in a multidisciplinary team, possess strong support skills, and be committed to pursuing a career in clinical psychology.
  • You will assist psychologists with client interactions, consultations, outreach, research, data analysis, and project development, working independently under supervision.

Requirements

  • An exciting opportunity has arisen for an assistant psychologist to join the Clinical Health Psychology team based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham.
  • The post is a 12-month fixed term position and will be split across the Infected Blood Psychological Service (IBPS) (0.5wte) and the Burns Service (0.2wte).
  • The post in IBPS offers a unique opportunity to be part of developing a regional service that will offer psychological support service for those infected and affected by contaminated blood products.
  • You will be part of a multidisciplinary team and work in conjunction with other professionals.
  • Within the Burns service the postholder will support the service development of a regional burns psychological service.
  • This will include opportunities across both inpatient and outpatient working.
  • There will also be opportunities for shadowing clinical experiences across both services.
  • The post holder will be warmly welcomed into a supportive team of psychologists who work within a variety of medical specialities.
  • These include Haematology, HIV, Stem Cell Transplant, Intestinal Failure and Heart and Lung Transplant.
  • The post holder will be working under the supervision of a clinical psychologist and will receive regular clinical supervision.
  • The post would suit somebody wishing to pursue a career in clinical psychology.

Responsibilities

  • The post holder will assist in a variety of defined tasks as outlined by the IBPS and Burns service lead psychologists. These tasks will encompass both clinical and non-clinical responsibilities, including but not limited to:
  • Supporting qualified psychologists with direct client interactions, including assessments and treatment.
  • Supporting qualified psychologists with providing consultation and supervision to other professionals.
  • Supporting outreach and engagement initiatives.
  • Fostering close collaborative working relations with relevant third-sector organisations.
  • Supporting qualified psychologists in governance, audit, research and clinical administrative activities, collecting, collating and analysing data, resource collection, writing and presenting reports and assisting in project development.
  • Tasks will be agreed and reviewed at appropriate intervals under the supervision of a qualified psychologist, but the post holder will be expected to take these tasks forward independently on a day-to-day basis.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Assistant Psychologist position?

The position is a 12-month fixed-term contract.

How will the workload be divided between the different services?

The workload will be split across the Infected Blood Psychological Service (0.5wte) and the Burns Service (0.2wte).

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

The Assistant Psychologist will be part of a multidisciplinary team, working alongside qualified psychologists and other professionals.

What kind of tasks will the Assistant Psychologist be expected to perform?

The tasks will include supporting direct client interactions, providing consultation and supervision, engaging with third-sector organizations, assisting in governance, audit, research, clinical administration, and project development.

Will the Assistant Psychologist receive supervision?

Yes, the postholder will work under the supervision of a clinical psychologist and will receive regular clinical supervision.

Is previous experience in psychology required for this position?

While not explicitly stated, the position would suit someone wishing to pursue a career in clinical psychology, implying that relevant experience or educational background in psychology may be beneficial.

Can I shadow clinical experiences while in this position?

Yes, there will be opportunities for shadowing clinical experiences across both the Infected Blood Psychological Service and the Burns Service.

Who should I contact for further details or informal visits regarding this position?

You can contact Dr. Rachel Swancott, Principal Practitioner Psychologist, via email at rachel.swancott2@nhs.net or by telephone at 0121 371 4455.

What are the primary clinical areas served by the psychology team?

The psychology team works within various medical specialties, including Haematology, HIV, Stem Cell Transplant, Intestinal Failure, and Heart and Lung Transplant.

What qualities does the Trust value in its staff?

The Trust values compassion, inclusivity, and commitment among its staff, aiming to provide excellent care and support to the community.

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Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Our vision is simple: improving mental health wellbeing.

Science & Healthcare
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Mission & Purpose

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health Foundation Trust (BSMHFT) is proud to provide inpatient, community and specialist mental health care for over 71,000 people across Birmingham and Solihull and the West Midlands. Our services include rehabilitation, addiction, secure care, home treatment, assertive outreach, early intervention, place of safety and wellbeing. We also manage the delivery of mental health care in HMP Birmingham. With 5,300 staff working across 40 sites - and serving a culturally and socially diverse population of 1.3 million people – we are one of the biggest and most complex mental health trusts in the country.