Job summary
Assistant Psychologist in Forensic Psychology - Fixed Term Contract - 1 year
Wood Lea Clinic is a forensic low secure inpatient unit for males with a learning disability who have been detained under the Mental Health Act. Patients present with a range of comorbid problems, including psychosis, personality disorders and substance abuse. Patients often have a history of criminal offences, including convictions of violent and/or sexual offences.
We currently have a vacancy for an Assistant Psychologist to join Forensic Psychological Services on a Fixed Term Contract of one year at Wood Lea Clinic on a full-time basis. This post would be suitable for someone who wishes to gain further experience in the fields of clinical or forensic psychology. The post holder will be given regular supervision with a qualified psychologist, and will be supported to develop their understanding of the applications of psychology with a range of mental health needs.
Main duties of the job
Wood Lea Clinic has a multidisciplinary team consisting of a consultant psychiatrist, ward doctor, nursing staff, psychologist, occupational therapist and social worker. The psychology team aims to address patients' mental health needs and forensic risk through a combination of individual and group evidenced-based interventions.
Post holders will have the opportunity to observe psychological assessments and interventions being carried out by psychologists, to jointly facilitate treatment groups, and to independently carry out pieces of clinical work, such as psychometric and neuropsychological assessments, risk assessments and appropriate clinical interventions under supervision. Training will be given in relevant areas in order to support the post holder both in this role and in their on-going career progression.
Candidates need to be an enthusiastic and committed graduate who wish to develop their clinical skills working in a progressive team providing a high quality psychology service for men with a learning disability.
****Please note this job will close early should a high volume of applications be received****
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who share our Trust values of Open, Compassionate and Empowering. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including:
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see full the Job Description and Person Specification documents which are available to download.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see full the Job Description and Person Specification documents which are available to download.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Degree from a BPS accredited course in psychology (2:1 and above).
- Entitlement to Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society.
Desirable
- Further post-graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, health practice and/or research design and analysis
- Training in the use of structured professional judgement tools such as the HCR-20.
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in working in mental health related setting/s.
- Ability to communicate well with people with complex mental health problems.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies for people with mental health problems.
Skills/Experience
Essential
- An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines.
- An ability to interact with client group.
- Experience using computers for databases or data analysis.
- An ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.
Desirable
- Experience of working as an assistant psychologist.
- Experience of facilitation/co-facilitation of psychology groups.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Degree from a BPS accredited course in psychology (2:1 and above).
- Entitlement to Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society.
Desirable
- Further post-graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, health practice and/or research design and analysis
- Training in the use of structured professional judgement tools such as the HCR-20.
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in working in mental health related setting/s.
- Ability to communicate well with people with complex mental health problems.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies for people with mental health problems.
Skills/Experience
Essential
- An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines.
- An ability to interact with client group.
- Experience using computers for databases or data analysis.
- An ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.
Desirable
- Experience of working as an assistant psychologist.
- Experience of facilitation/co-facilitation of psychology groups.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
