Assistant Psychologist

We have an exciting opportunity for an aspiring psychologistto work in the DBT pathway in Worcestershire CAMHS. We welcome applications from candidates witha BPS-accredited psychology degree, who have a passion for supporting theemotional wellbeing of children or young people. We are seeking someone who has the personal qualities andenthusiasm for placing patient care at the heart of services, who is highlymotivated to learn about and improve the psychological wellbeing and outcomes for youngpeople. Skills in research and / or auditskills and applying these to service improvement will be essential. We are a friendly and supportive team and offer lots ofopportunity for staff to learn and develop., You would be working with psychologists and other CAMHSprofessionals supporting the interventions offered in the DBT pathway (groups,individual and family interventions).You would work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and support theservice by undertaking audits, evaluation, supporting clinical pathways andservice development. You would alsosupport service user engagement and projects developing increased service userinvolvement and co-development. You willbe supported to develop skills in direct work with children and young peopleunder the supervision of a psychologist., For full details of the duties and criteriafor the role please refer to the job description and person specificationattached.

• Relevant paid or voluntary people-related work
• Experience of working in environments where high levels of skilled communication are required
• Research, audit or evaluation experience
• Experience of report writing
• Experience of working in a patient or public facing role
Desirable
• Experience of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working
• Experience in the assessment and delivery of psychologically informed interventions, counselling, supportive listening
• Experience in delivery of self-help programmes or information or group work
• Experience of working with people with physical or mental health difficulties and / or behaviours that challenge services
Skills & Abilities Essential
• Ability to challenge poor behaviour
• Role modelling good behaviour
• A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
• Ability to praise and be supportive to others
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
• Able to work effectively and collaboratively with other team
• Ability to exercise diplomacy with professional colleagues, carers, relatives and patients
• Capable of using initiative and working independently, and able to plan and prioritise own workload with work agreed and managed at regular intervals
• Able to sustain prolonged concentration required for client assessments and interventions
• Ability to sustain empathy and personal engagement with people experiencing mental health problems or challenging behaviour
• Able to function effectively and independently in circumstances where there may be exposure to client distress and verbal aggression
• Ability to reflect on boundaries
• Ability to think clearly and logically and from different perspectives
• Excellent organisational, planning and problem solving skills
• Familiarity with computer use, keyboard skills and word processing, spreadsheets, database programmes, email and statistical packages, BSc / BA Honours Degree in Psychology
• Eligibility for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society
• I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Desirable
• Advanced training in database management, An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with learning disability, physical health difficulties, including across the age range
• Knowledge and awareness of evidence-based applied psychological practice relating to clients within at least one of the specified service areas, including psychological assessment and therapy models
• Graduate knowledge of research design and methodology
• Knowledge of current NHS policies relevant to psychology services
• Awareness of issues facing people in society who may be disadvantaged, underrepresented, marginalised or who have been discriminated against
  
  At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust,we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitalsand community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental healthand learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people ofall ages, experiencing both physical and / or mental health conditions from over100 sites. We will support you to thrive; offer flexibleworking options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions,and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We valuediversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures,and ethnicities. What we offer;
• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to33 days with long service
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you workunsocial hours
• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Wide range of supportive staff networks
• Health and wellbeing opportunities