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Band 4 Clinical Psychology Assistant Practitioner - Adult Acute

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Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You should have experience in multidisciplinary teams, cross-cultural work, running groups, and inpatient ward settings across various specialties.
  • You will provide low-intensity interventions, participate in ward activities, collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team, and create supportive materials for service users.

Requirements

  • Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams and of working cross-culturally is desirable
  • Previous experience of running groups is desirable
  • Experience of working on inpatient wards (various specialities) is desirable

Responsibilities

  • - Providing brief low-intensity interventions to service users, in a group and 1:1 format.
  • - Using established protocols and working under the supervision of a qualified psychologist.
  • - Participating in ward-based activities such as safety huddles and risk huddles.
  • - Working closely with nurses, health care assistants and occupational therapists within the wider multi-disciplinary team.
  • - Creating worksheets and accessible written/visual material to assist ward staff in delivering low-intensity interventions and as self-help and informational material for service users.
  • - Engaging in joint working with qualified colleagues.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Band 4 Clinical Psychology Assistant Practitioner role?

While specific qualifications are not detailed in the job description, relevant experience in multidisciplinary teams and running groups, as well as familiarity with inpatient settings, are desirable.

Is previous experience in mental health necessary for this role?

Yes, experience working in multidisciplinary teams, cross-culturally, and within inpatient wards is desirable for this position.

Will I receive supervision in this role?

Yes, the role includes supervision from a qualified psychologist while providing low-intensity interventions.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this position?

Yes, there will be opportunities for joint working with qualified colleagues and participation in various ward-based activities, which support professional growth.

What is the working environment like?

The working environment is described as supportive, multicultural, and collaborative, involving teamwork within a multidisciplinary setting.

How many positions are available for this role?

There are 2 full-time permanent posts available for this role.

Where is the position located?

The position is located across acute in-patient settings in the Birmingham region.

How can I contact for further information about the job?

You can contact Ed Smith, Clinical Psychologist, at edward.smith3@nhs.net or by telephone at 07985882155 for further details or to arrange an informal visit.

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

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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.