Band 5 Assistant Psychologist

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE CO-ORDINATION OF THE LEVEL 2 PROJECT

1.1

Coordination of the day to day implementation and evaluation of the level 2 psychological skills for oncology and palliative care teams training offers across the trust sites (NICE Supportive and Palliative Care Guidelines (2004)

1.2

Communicate with oncology nursing and medical teams about training needs

1.3

Develop and maintain record systems, booking and communication processes for the different training offers, including training days, psychology teaching sessions and supervision groups

1.4

Ensure that the correct administrative procedures and guidelines are followed

1.5

Communicate effectively with health care professionals and participants

1.6

Assist in the design of the evaluation of the staff support offers, including outcome measures, and feedback questionnaires

1.7

Undertake implementation of the evaluation, including administering measures and gathering feedback, that may include questionnaires, verbal feedback or focus groups

1.8

Contribute to reporting on the evaluation and the project delivery

1.9

Assist in the design and development of models of cross-alliance collaboration on level 2 delivery

1.10

Assist in the evaluation of the agreed model of collaboration, and subsequent reporting

1.11

Assist in the design and implementation of other service audit and research projects

1.12

Undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes

1.13

Undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research to assist qualified clinical psychologists in evidence-based practice in psychological work and work with other team members

1.14

Be aware of, and always comply with, the operational and professional guidelines, policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) of the team and RFL NHS Trust.

1.15

Attend and actively participate in meetings in which service developments are planned and discussed

1.16

Contribute to and actively participate in teaching, training and reflective practice events within the multidisciplinary team

1.17

Raise in supervision any aspects of the service where you consider that psychological and/or organisational matters need addressing

2. CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the guidance and supervision from a qualified practitioner psychologist:

2.2

To assist in the provision of a clinical psychology service within the Department of Oncology Psychology as required. This post will be line managed by a qualified Clinical Psychologist.

2.3

To work independently on a day-to-day basis according to a plan agreed with the supervising Clinical Psychologist.

2.7

To receive regular supervision in accordance with professional practice guidelines.

2.8

To participating, support and organize and deliver appropriate training events in collaboration with the MDT.

3. RESPONSIBILITY FOR POLICY AND SERVICE DEVELOPMENT

3.1

To be aware of, and always comply with, the operational and professional guidelines, policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) of the team, oncology management service and RFL NHS Trust.

3.2

To attend and actively participate in meetings in which service developments are planned and discussed.

3.3

To carry out administrative tasks such as audit and recording of other data that contribute to service performance monitoring and development.

3.4

To contribute to and actively participate in teaching, training and reflective practice events within the multidisciplinary team.

3.5

To raise in supervision any aspects of the service where you consider that psychological and/or organisational matters need addressing.

4. RESPONSIBILITY FOR FINANCIAL AND PHYSICAL RESOURCES

4.1

To ensure safekeeping of the service IT equipment, test materials and clinic room furniture.

4.2

To raise with the Clinical Psychologist where additional resources or replenishment are required to fulfil clinical responsibilities.

5. RESPONSIBILITY FOR INFORMATION RESOURCES

5.1

To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping including electronic data entry and recording, report writing in accordance with professional codes of practice of the British Psychological Society, the Health and Care Professions Council, and Trust policies and procedures.

6. RESPONSIBILITY FOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

6.1

To assist in the design and implementation of audit and research projects.

6.2

To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes.

6.3

To undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research to assist qualified clinical psychologists in evidence-based practice in individual work and work with other team members.

Person Specification

Education & Professional Qualifications

Essential

• Undergraduate degree in Psychology
• Eligible for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society
• Health Psychology or Clinical Psychology component to degree, or subsequent qualifications

Desirable

• Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, and/or research and design and analysis

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Able to apply existing psychological knowledge to practical problems
• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with physical health problems including cancer
• Experience of research and / or audit and /or project management
• Experience using computers and software packages for database or data analysis

Desirable

• An understanding of psychology applied to healthcare
• Experience of working with people with medical or mental health problems, in a paid or voluntary capacity
• Experience of contributing to psychological assessments
• Experience of implementing psychological or psychologically-informed interventions
• Experience working in a team with other health professionals e.g. Psychologist, Physiotherapist

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Able to interact effectively with people with cancer or long-term conditions and other professions
• High standard of report writing
• Proficient in using a range of computer software
• Good time management and organisational skills

Personal Qualities & attributes

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to accept supervision and feedback and learn
• Able to work reliably and flexibly under the direction of a qualified practitioner psychologist
• Able to work as part of a team towards shared goals
• Able to work independently and to act on own initiative, but knowing when to seek help/supervision appropriately
• Able to analyse, problem solve and make decisions in novel situations

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street, Hampstead

London

NW3 2QG

Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)