Assistant Psychologist

We are looking for a psychology graduate (who has achieved the GBC) eager to make a difference for people directly or indirectly affected by drugs and alcohol. You will be part of our innovative multidisciplinary team, delivering comprehensive assessments and recovery focussed interventions. There are opportunities for professional development, peer support within our Psychology Directorate, reflective practice and research. Our model emphasises physical, psychological and emotional safety, and helps people regain a sense of control and empowerment in their lives. You will work under the supervision of a Clinical Psychologist to ensure that psychological perspectives and trauma informed practice are central to everyones thinking. You will support the empowerment of teams and individuals to increase knowledge and skills around the needs of the people who access our services.,

• Carry out psychological assessment using psychometric measures, observation, semi-structured interviews under the supervision of a qualified clinical psychologist.
• Deliver group-based psychosocial interventions.
• Assist in formulation and delivery of person-centred care involving psychological treatment and/or management of complex problems.
• Support the delivery of psychological interventions with due regard to issues of cultural, racial, religious difference and sexual orientation.
• Utilise theory, literature and research to support evidence-based practice in individual work and within the wider team.
• Receive regular clinical supervision in accordance with professional practice guidelines.
• Develop relevant teaching skills and competencies.
• Contribute to training and support initiatives.
• Assist audit, research projects, data collection, analysis, production of reports under supervision using IT and statistical programmes.
• Undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research to assist qualified clinical / counselling psychologists in evidence-based practice in individual work and with other team members.
• Gain wider experience of professional psychology within the Psychology Directorate.
• Maintain the highest of standards of clinical governance, ethical practice, and data protection.
• Attend meetings, in which service developments are planned and discussed.
  
  Appreciates our values, the people who access our services.
• Can use their skills to empower and bring out the best in others.
• Possesses self-belief, is steady in the face of challenge, and challenges in the right way.
• Has the patience and compassion to work with individuals and teams.
• Is a team player reflective, collaborative, open to new ideas and able to adapt to situations.
• Will support the delivery of an efficient, effective, comprehensive and specialist psychological service using a whole-person approach.
  
  Believe in people
At Change Grow Live, above all else we believe in people. It's the one thing that acts as a foundation for all our work. If you use our services: we understand what you're going through. We won't judge. We believe you can make positive changes in your life. If you work or volunteer for us: we believe in your potential. We believe you can do brilliant, life-changing work. Our mission and vision Our mission is to help people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. The vision we're working towards is to develop, deliver and share a whole person approach that changes society. We believe that having diverse people working as part of our team makes us the organisation that we are. We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and to make Change Grow Live a great place to work. The safety of vulnerable children, young people and adults is our absolute priority. We will support you in your role to make sure that you are equipped to support the safety of people who use our services and those around them, to the highest standard possible.

£26,110.88 to £29,093.39 a year plus £4072.06 Inner London Weighting, Pro Rata