Assistant Psychologist - MHSOP CMHT

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Assistant Psychologist post within the Community Mental Health Teams (CMHTs) within the Mental Health Services for Older People directorate for Nottinghamshire Healthcare.

This post will be spread between 2 CMHTs - 0.5 WTE in Rushcliffe CMHT based at Lings Bar Hospital, Beckside, Gamston, NG2 6PR and 0.5 WTE in Mansfield & Ashfield CMHT at Heather House, 72 Portland Street, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, NG17 7AG.

The successful candidate will be expected to travel to various locations throughout Rushcliffe and Mansfield & Ashfield to complete assessments.

A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010

Main duties of the job

To support and carry out assessment, formulation, and intervention for MHSOP patients and their carers, under the supervision of a Clinical Psychologist. The post will be working with mental health difficulties and/or neurodegenerative illnesses, supporting with assessment of cognitive functioning where suitable. The post holder might also assist in the teaching and training of staff, and in service evaluation projects, where appropriate.

Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

About us

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment

Employer details

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lings Bar Hospital

Beckside

Gamston, West Bridgford

NG2 6PR

Employer's website

https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lings Bar Hospital

Beckside

Gamston, West Bridgford

NG2 6PR

Employer's website

https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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