Job summary
Come and join one of the UK's largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.
Main duties of the job
We are pleased to present an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist to join our well-respected team at Murdostoun Brain Injury Rehabilitation and Neurological Care Centre located in Newmains, Wishaw.
Specialising in the rehabilitation of individuals in the early stages of recovery from acquired brain injury, as well as providing residential care for those with progressive neurological conditions, such as Motor Neurone Disease, our facility is committed to delivering personalised assessments and intensive rehabilitation for up to 46 patients.
As part of the wider Active Care Group Neuro Network (consisting of 25+ sites) nationally, we focus on the use of clinical expertise, innovation and technology to meet patients' expectations of rehabilitation goals. Our dedicated team is also well-versed in managing associated needs, including specialist spasticity management, PEG feeds, and skin integrity problems.
Moreover, we offer cognitive rehabilitation, functional retraining, and Sensory Modality Assessment and Rehabilitation (SMART) assessment services as needed. Our overarching goal is to consistently strive for the best possible outcomes in terms of independence and quality of life for each individual under our care.
If you are an aspiring Assistant Psychologist, looking for a rewarding role, we want to hear from you!
Please note - This advert will close once we have received a sufficient number of applications.
About us
Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What you'll be working:
This role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, fixed term for 12 months.
What you'll be doing:
- Keep people safe from harm and protect their human rights
- Support the Practitioner Psychologists within the service on a day to day basis
- Provide a high standard of quality care under the supervision of a Practitioner Psychologist
- Assist in the formulation of routine care plans involving the psychological treatment or management of the patients' condition
- Attend and contribute to MDT meetings
- Support the delivery of teaching and training to other members of the team
- Work within the professional practice and organisation guidelines
- Assist with audit and research as required
What to look forward to:
- 25 days plus bank holidays
- Birthday off
- Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
- Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
- Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
- A Nest Personal Pension account
- Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
- We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
- Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
- Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
- ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
Job description
Job responsibilities
What you'll be working:
This role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, fixed term for 12 months.
What you'll be doing:
- Keep people safe from harm and protect their human rights
- Support the Practitioner Psychologists within the service on a day to day basis
- Provide a high standard of quality care under the supervision of a Practitioner Psychologist
- Assist in the formulation of routine care plans involving the psychological treatment or management of the patients' condition
- Attend and contribute to MDT meetings
- Support the delivery of teaching and training to other members of the team
- Work within the professional practice and organisation guidelines
- Assist with audit and research as required
What to look forward to:
- 25 days plus bank holidays
- Birthday off
- Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
- Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
- Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
- A Nest Personal Pension account
- Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
- We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
- Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
- Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
- ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A BPS recognised Psychology undergraduate degree of 2:1 or above
Experience
Essential
- High level communication skills (written and verbal)
- An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with neurological problems or other disabilities would be an advantage
- Ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a neurological context
Desirable
- Previous healthcare experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A BPS recognised Psychology undergraduate degree of 2:1 or above
Experience
Essential
- High level communication skills (written and verbal)
- An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with neurological problems or other disabilities would be an advantage
- Ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a neurological context
Desirable
- Previous healthcare 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.
