Job summary
We are looking to recruit two enthusiastic and highly motivated Assistant Psychologists to join our welcoming and psychologically-minded teams within the Early Memory Diagnosis and Support Service (EMDASS) in Hertfordshire. One post will be based in the Northwest (Hemel Hempstead) and one in the Southwest (Watford) of the county. Travel across the county may be required dependent on the needs of the service.
These posts offer an excellent opportunity to gain experience working alongside qualified Clinical Psychologists and other members of a skilled multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidates will support the delivery of high-quality psychological services, including contributing to the assessment of dementia and other neurodegenerative conditions, supporting neuropsychological assessment and formulation, and assisting in the development of psychologically-informed interventions.
The ideal candidates will share our values of offering compassionate and trauma-informed services and will demonstrate a strong interest in working with older people or other vulnerable client groups. There will be opportunities to support audit, service evaluation, research, and development projects, as well as to take part in training and team reflective practice.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will:
- Undertake psychological assessments under supervision, including supporting the administration, scoring, and interpretation of standardised neuropsychological and other psychological measures
- Support the preparation of psychological reports and psycho-educational materials
- Assist in the delivery of neuropsychologically-informed groups and interventions for people living with memory difficulties and their families
- Contribute to service development through audit, data collection, research, and evaluation projects
- Liaise effectively with colleagues within multi-disciplinary teams, demonstrating excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with Trust and professional standards
- Manage tasks and responsibilities set by the supervising Clinical Psychologists, whilst working independently on a day-to-day basis within agreed frameworks
- Participate in regular supervision and CPD opportunities to support professional development.
Above is just a sample of the duties involved, please read the attached Job and Person Specification.
About us
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from theCare Quality Commission.
Our family of over 4,500 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:
Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main responsibilities
- Assist qualified Clinical Psychologists in the delivery of specialist psychological services for older people
- Undertake psychological assessments using a variety of methods (tests, self-report measures, rating scales, structured interviews, observations, etc.)
- Support in the analysis and reporting of psychological data
- Assist in the delivery of group-based and individual interventions that are neuropsychologically-informed, under supervision
- Contribute to the development and evaluation of intervention packages for older people and their families
- Support audit and service evaluation activities to enhance the quality and effectiveness of services
- Undertake appropriate CPD and training activities relevant to the role
- Contribute to liaison between Psychology and the wider MDT, ensuring effective and compassionate care for service users.
Clinical responsibility
- Work under the supervision of Clinical Psychologists, adhering to professional guidelines and service policies
- Maintain high standards of record-keeping and data management
- Take responsibility for organising workload to meet agreed goals and deadlines
- Demonstrate the ability to work empathetically and sensitively with people and their families, showing strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main responsibilities
- Assist qualified Clinical Psychologists in the delivery of specialist psychological services for older people
- Undertake psychological assessments using a variety of methods (tests, self-report measures, rating scales, structured interviews, observations, etc.)
- Support in the analysis and reporting of psychological data
- Assist in the delivery of group-based and individual interventions that are neuropsychologically-informed, under supervision
- Contribute to the development and evaluation of intervention packages for older people and their families
- Support audit and service evaluation activities to enhance the quality and effectiveness of services
- Undertake appropriate CPD and training activities relevant to the role
- Contribute to liaison between Psychology and the wider MDT, ensuring effective and compassionate care for service users.
Clinical responsibility
- Work under the supervision of Clinical Psychologists, adhering to professional guidelines and service policies
- Maintain high standards of record-keeping and data management
- Take responsibility for organising workload to meet agreed goals and deadlines
- Demonstrate the ability to work empathetically and sensitively with people and their families, showing strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Honours degree in psychology, 2:1 or above
- Eligibility for graduate membership of the British A Psychological Society (BPS)
Experience
Essential
- Undergraduate research experience
- Experience of work with older people or other vulnerable client groups
Desirable
- Experience of working with older people
- Experience of the use of neuropsychological assessments
- Experience of the application of psychological principles in health or social service settings, preferably through work within a clinical psychology department
- Experience of working within a multi-cultural framework
- Experience of working with people with dementia
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and presentation skills, both orally and in writing
- Able to provide and receive complex and sensitive information
- Ability to work and communicate effectively with individual clients who may have difficulties with communication and understanding
- Ability to work and communicate with relative, carers and a range of other professionals
- Familiarity with computing technology, including keyboard skills, and the use of word processing, e-mail and internet software
Desirable
- Spreadsheet and data analysis
- Ability to organise data collection and analysis for service evaluation projects
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Honours degree in psychology, 2:1 or above
- Eligibility for graduate membership of the British A Psychological Society (BPS)
Experience
Essential
- Undergraduate research experience
- Experience of work with older people or other vulnerable client groups
Desirable
- Experience of working with older people
- Experience of the use of neuropsychological assessments
- Experience of the application of psychological principles in health or social service settings, preferably through work within a clinical psychology department
- Experience of working within a multi-cultural framework
- Experience of working with people with dementia
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and presentation skills, both orally and in writing
- Able to provide and receive complex and sensitive information
- Ability to work and communicate effectively with individual clients who may have difficulties with communication and understanding
- Ability to work and communicate with relative, carers and a range of other professionals
- Familiarity with computing technology, including keyboard skills, and the use of word processing, e-mail and internet software
Desirable
- Spreadsheet and data analysis
- Ability to organise data collection and analysis for service evaluation projects
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Marlowes Health and Wellbeing Centre / Colne House
39-41 Marlowes / 21 Upton Road
Hemel Hempstead / Watford (WD18 0JP)
HP1 1LD
Employer's website
https://www.hpft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
