Job summary
You will assist qualified psychological therapy staff by undertakingpsychological assessments and interventions, including the scoring of neuropsychological and other psychological measures, preparation of psychoeducational materials, assisting liaison and communication between Psychology and other team members, audit and service development activities.
You will be expected to work independently on a day-to-day basis, to meetgoals and tasks set by the supervising psychological therapist.You will take an active role within the relevant multi-disciplinary team(s) and will work within these services' coordinated frameworks.
Main duties of the job
You will undertake psychological assessments of clients referred to the Team, and assist in the analysis and interpretation of data from various sources (eg. psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect observation, interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the client's care).
You will also be involved in providing interventions which fosterSocialisation/ reduce isolation/recovery, and social inclusion
You will assist qualified therapy staff in the delivery of specialistpsychological interventions with adults with complex acute or chronic mental health problems, including work with individuals, couples, families and carers and group work, as appropriate on the basis of feedback, monitoring and follow-up.
You will contribute to the development of basic psychologicalintervention packages which can be implemented under supervision or jointly by other members of the team.
About us
We provide mental health and social care services - including Adults of Working Age, Older Adults, Children and Adolescents and Specialist Learning Disabilities services.The Trust works in close partnership with Hertfordshire County Council and also with other NHS organisations to promote and support mental health in the community.We also provide specialist learning disability services in Norfolk and North Essex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will contribute to the development of basic psychological intervention packages which can be implemented under supervision or jointly by other members of the team.
You will keep appropriate records, by adding to patients clinical notes and electronic patient information system, and to provide written reports of assessment data and clinical intervention as required, in accordance with team, service and professional standards.
You will undertake CPD activities as required to enhance clinical skills necessary for the delivery of high quality psychological therapy services, incorporating new skills in clinical practice.
You will receive regular clinical supervision and appraisal with supervising psychological therapists/line managers in accordance with good practice guidelines.
You will work within the procedures, protocols and guidelines for the service.
For an more indepth Job and person Specification please read the attached before applying
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will contribute to the development of basic psychological intervention packages which can be implemented under supervision or jointly by other members of the team.
You will keep appropriate records, by adding to patients clinical notes and electronic patient information system, and to provide written reports of assessment data and clinical intervention as required, in accordance with team, service and professional standards.
You will undertake CPD activities as required to enhance clinical skills necessary for the delivery of high quality psychological therapy services, incorporating new skills in clinical practice.
You will receive regular clinical supervision and appraisal with supervising psychological therapists/line managers in accordance with good practice guidelines.
You will work within the procedures, protocols and guidelines for the service.
For an more indepth Job and person Specification please read the attached before applying
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Honours degree in psychology, 2.i or above or Equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Undergraduate research experience
- Experience of working within an AMH Setting
- Data Management experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Honours degree in psychology, 2.i or above or Equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Undergraduate research experience
- Experience of working within an AMH Setting
- Data Management experience
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).
