Assistant Psychologist
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Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist to join the Mental Health team at Derwentside IRC, a female Immigration Removal Centre near Consett, County Durham.
This is a brand new role, created due to the growth of the Psychology department - you can really make this role your own! You will be working with the onsite Psychologist, and close knit mental health team. We are a smaller centre, with capacity of 84. This is a crucial role within the healthcare team, making a real difference to patients, and delivering outstanding care. You will be working closely with the onsite Psychologist, offering vital support to your patients. Hours: This is a full time role, 37.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00. Salary: This position is full time , youll receive an annual salary up to £30,660 per annum - depending on experience. How will we support you?Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks
Main duties of the job
As our new Assistant Psychologist, your responsibilities will vary. Some of your duties will include:
- Working closely with the mental health team, including Psychologist, Assistant Psychologist, Mental Health Lead, Nurses and Psychiatrist
- Support the psychological care of patients throughout their journey, from reception to release planning
- Provide psychological assessment and interventions under the supervision of the qualified psychologist
- Work with people with complex needs, which can present / lead to challenging situations or behaviours
- Work within the Assessment Care in Custody Teamwork (ACCT) process, and contribute towards the Challenge, Support and Intervention Plan (CSIP)
- Monitor and provide feedback on the patients' function and general mental health condition during the course of intervention, reporting and changes to the mental health team
- Carry out clinically related admin tasks, including audits, statistics and research projects
If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.
It doesnt stop there we also offer:
- Company pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays
- An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.
Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:
- we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
- we act with integrity
- we embrace diversity
- we strive to do things better together
We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all
Our new Assistant Psychologist will:- Hold a Degree in Psychology
- Although not essential, a Masters Degree would be beneficial
- Have experience within a paid Assistant Psychologist role, whether in a prison, community setting, psychiatric environment
- Be experienced in facilitating patient therapeutic groups, and delivering psychological assessment, formulation and intervention in the structure of an evidence based therapeutic model (CBT / CFT / DBT)
Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you
Details
Date posted
03 October 2024
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£26,775 to £30,660 a year Up to £30,660 depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
8952_2
Job locations
Derwentside IRC
Corbridge Road
Consett
Co Durham
DH8 6QY
Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group
Address
Derwentside IRC
Corbridge Road
Consett
Co Durham
DH8 6QY
Employer's website
https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)
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