Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Psychologist to develop their skills in working with people experiencing a first episode of psychosis in the North East Essex Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) Team. The service works with people from 14-65 years old and their families and networks, taking a whole team approach to support clients for up to three years.
The EIP team is a supportive multi-disciplinary team which encourages professional development through regular training and supervision. We have strong links with colleagues across the psychology directorate, with other EIP teams locally and nationally. The principles of early intervention and the evidence upon which these are based are central to the work we do and underpin the way the team continues to develop.
Main duties of the job
As an Assistant Psychologist you will directly and indirectly support and enhance the professional psychological care of adults and young people experiencing a first episode of psychosis, supporting psychological assessment and interventions under the supervision of a senior practitioner psychologist. There will be the opportunity to assist in conducting individual, family and group interventions, consultation, and staff training. The post holder will assist the psychology team in collecting feedback and data and evaluating outcomes of psychological interventions. We also have an active lived experience consultation group which we would be keen for the post holder to be a part of.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. 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
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated assistant psychologist who is passionate about team working. You will be part of a dynamic, innovative, client-oriented and friendly Psychology and Psychotherapy service with an excellent record for development of people and a high profile in the Trust. We have strong links with the doctoral courses of the University of Essex
RESEARCH/ AUDIT
- Assist in the development and implementation of new clinical initiatives
- Undertake data collection and related analysis of findings
- Use of Excel, SPSS and other IT programmes in the analysis of research data
- Undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research related to both the outlined treatment initiatives and the clinical practice of psychologists within Adult Mental Health
CLINICAL
- To focus on psychological understanding of distress and service users strengths
- Assist in the development and facilitation of therapy groups in the community early intervention in psychosis team setting
- Assist in the formulation of care plans involving the psychological treatment/management of service users, under the supervision of a qualified professional
- Undertake joint work with other clinical staff as required by the care plan
- Attend and contribute to MDT meetings and care plan reviews as appropriate.
- To assist in the management of the psychology referrals process within the early intervention in psychosis and community teams.
- Support the work of other team members as appropriate
- Ensure the maintenance of accurate and timely documentation/records on all service users in line with professional code and Trust policy
- Other clinical duties will be agreed and decided depending on the post holders interests and level of experience
As we expect a high number of applicants this post will be closed once 50 applications have been received.
For informal enquiries please contact Dr Claire Wheeler (Principal Clinical Psychologist) or Dr Tugce Dolen (Senior Clinical Psychologist) on 01206 334000, email claire.wheeler5@nhs.net, tugce.dolen@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated assistant psychologist who is passionate about team working. You will be part of a dynamic, innovative, client-oriented and friendly Psychology and Psychotherapy service with an excellent record for development of people and a high profile in the Trust. We have strong links with the doctoral courses of the University of Essex
RESEARCH/ AUDIT
- Assist in the development and implementation of new clinical initiatives
- Undertake data collection and related analysis of findings
- Use of Excel, SPSS and other IT programmes in the analysis of research data
- Undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research related to both the outlined treatment initiatives and the clinical practice of psychologists within Adult Mental Health
CLINICAL
- To focus on psychological understanding of distress and service users strengths
- Assist in the development and facilitation of therapy groups in the community early intervention in psychosis team setting
- Assist in the formulation of care plans involving the psychological treatment/management of service users, under the supervision of a qualified professional
- Undertake joint work with other clinical staff as required by the care plan
- Attend and contribute to MDT meetings and care plan reviews as appropriate.
- To assist in the management of the psychology referrals process within the early intervention in psychosis and community teams.
- Support the work of other team members as appropriate
- Ensure the maintenance of accurate and timely documentation/records on all service users in line with professional code and Trust policy
- Other clinical duties will be agreed and decided depending on the post holders interests and level of experience
As we expect a high number of applicants this post will be closed once 50 applications have been received.
For informal enquiries please contact Dr Claire Wheeler (Principal Clinical Psychologist) or Dr Tugce Dolen (Senior Clinical Psychologist) on 01206 334000, email claire.wheeler5@nhs.net, tugce.dolen@nhs.net
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- A first class honours degree in psychology
- Entitlement to graduate membership and the Graduate Basis for Registration (GBR) of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
- Further post-graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of psychosis and psychological ways of understanding people with psychosis experiences
- An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a mental health context
- Experience of carrying out research/audits
- Experience of working in an EIP or equivalent service
Desirable
- Knowledge of working with external agencies to support the service user group
- Knowledge of CBT and its application in clinical settings
- Knowledge of family interventions and their application in clinical settings
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- A first class honours degree in psychology
- Entitlement to graduate membership and the Graduate Basis for Registration (GBR) of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
- Further post-graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of psychosis and psychological ways of understanding people with psychosis experiences
- An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a mental health context
- Experience of carrying out research/audits
- Experience of working in an EIP or equivalent service
Desirable
- Knowledge of working with external agencies to support the service user group
- Knowledge of CBT and its application in clinical settings
- Knowledge of family interventions and their application in clinical settings
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).
