Job summary
We are currently looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Psychologist to join The Welsh Centre for Cleft Lip and Palate, due to the current post holder successfully gaining a place on the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.
This post will support the Lead Consultant Clinical Psychologist and the Cleft Psychology Team in delivering a psychosocial service in South Wales for people affected by cleft lip and palate. The psychology team work closely with the wider Cleft MDT to deliver psychological care under the national guidance from the Clinical Excellence Network for Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Anomalies. The role will be supported and supervised by a Clinical Psychologist.
Cleft Lip and Palate is the most common craniofacial anomaly which can be accompanied by a variety of physical and psychosocial problems and adjustments which present from birth into adulthood. These include feeding difficulties, coping with surgical intervention, speech and hearing difficulties, dental problems, abnormal bone growth, appearance - related distress, learning difficulties, teasing and bullying and familial tension.
The Cleft Lip and Palate service is based in Morriston, Swansea. Clinics are also held in Cardiff. The Assistant Psychologist will be required to work in both settings and be able to travel between Swansea and Cardiff in the course of the day.
***Please note this post will close early if sufficient applications are received***
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the Lead Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Cleft Psychology Service in providing and developing a psychosocial service in South Wales for people of all ages (but especially birth to age 20) affected by cleft lip and palate.
The post holder will be a member of the multi-disciplinary team comprised of Cleft Surgeons, Specialist Speech and Language Therapists, Specialist Cleft Nurses, Orthodontists, ENT Surgeon, Paediatricians and Paediatric Dentists, all of whom are responsible for the delivery of cleft services.
The principal duties of the Assistant Psychologist will include collecting and inputting audit data from, setting up and maintaining databases, analysing data and contributing to research, audit, training, consultation and dissemination of psychosocial information. They will work according to plans agreed by the Consultant Clinical Psychologist and within the overall framework of team policies and procedures. In addition, under the supervision of the Consultant Clinical Psychologist and other members of the Cleft Psychology Service, the Assistant Psychologist will contribute to the provision of a clinical service for people with cleft lip and palate. This will include contributing to multi-disciplinary clinics as well as direct psychological interventions. Other work is likely to include developing care pathways, group work and and developing resources.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of a 2,1 Hons degree in Psychology.
- Eligibility for graduate membership of the British psychological Society.
Desirable
- Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health and/or research (e.g., MSc).
Knowledge
Essential
- High standard of clinical and audit/research report writing.
- IT literate and familiar with packages for both report writing and data analysis (in particular SPSS & Excel).
- Ability to carry out literature searches and summarise findings.
- An understanding of psychological issues experienced by children who may require plastic surgery and their families.
- An understanding of the range of mild-moderate mental health problems in the general population / workforce.
Desirable
- Application of further professional development in interventions specific to childrens wellbeing and mental health (e.g. CBT, ACT, Mindfulness).
Experience
Essential
- Previous & relatable Assistant Psychologist post experience or equivalent
- Previous experience in working with children and families.
- Previous experience of MDT working.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in the NHS.
- Experienced in participating in clinical supervision.
- Previous experience of co-facilitating psychoeducative and/or therapeutic groups.
Skills
Essential
- High level interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills, including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which you may be challenged.
- An ability to communicate sensitive information to clients and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological distress.
- Experienced in compiling data, conducting audits and writing service reports.
- Able to communicate effectively with staff from all levels of the organisation demonstrating warmth and empathy.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of a 2,1 Hons degree in Psychology.
- Eligibility for graduate membership of the British psychological Society.
Desirable
- Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health and/or research (e.g., MSc).
Knowledge
Essential
- High standard of clinical and audit/research report writing.
- IT literate and familiar with packages for both report writing and data analysis (in particular SPSS & Excel).
- Ability to carry out literature searches and summarise findings.
- An understanding of psychological issues experienced by children who may require plastic surgery and their families.
- An understanding of the range of mild-moderate mental health problems in the general population / workforce.
Desirable
- Application of further professional development in interventions specific to childrens wellbeing and mental health (e.g. CBT, ACT, Mindfulness).
Experience
Essential
- Previous & relatable Assistant Psychologist post experience or equivalent
- Previous experience in working with children and families.
- Previous experience of MDT working.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in the NHS.
- Experienced in participating in clinical supervision.
- Previous experience of co-facilitating psychoeducative and/or therapeutic groups.
Skills
Essential
- High level interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills, including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which you may be challenged.
- An ability to communicate sensitive information to clients and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological distress.
- Experienced in compiling data, conducting audits and writing service reports.
- Able to communicate effectively with staff from all levels of the organisation demonstrating warmth and empathy.
Desirable
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).
