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Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Liverpool

AI generated summary

  • You should have knowledge of psychological interventions, mental health difficulties, and therapeutic models. Experience with assessments, group interventions, and service development is essential.
  • You will assist with psychological assessments, co-facilitate group interventions, conduct literature searches, manage data, and support service development under professional supervision.

Requirements

  • Assistant Psychologist to join our team of Clinical and Forensic Psychologists at Mersey Forensic Psychology Service.
  • Observing psychological assessments and interventions.
  • Facilitating group interventions.
  • Carrying out formal assessments with the guidance of qualified staff.
  • Scoring and organising psychometric assessment tools.
  • Involvement in service development activities, including literature searches, audit, data management and assisting with primary research.
  • Knowledge in the application of psychological interventions.
  • Understanding of a range of mental health difficulties and therapeutic models.
  • Providing psychological assessment and psychological interventions under the supervision of a qualified professional psychologist.
  • Working independently according to a plan agreed with the supervising qualified psychologist.
  • Within the overall framework of the team’s policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

  • The post will be centred on assisting the team with psychological assessments and interventions.
  • This will involve observation and team discussion, support and co-facilitation of group interventions, carrying out formal assessments with the guidance of qualified staff and scoring and organising psychometric assessment tools.
  • The role also involves service development activities, including literature searches, audit, data management and assisting with primary research, including evaluation of developing therapies.
  • You will be a part of various newly developing innovative services and interventions.
  • To support and enhance the professional psychological care of service users within the service, across all relevant sectors; providing psychological assessment and psychological interventions under the supervision of a qualified professional psychologist, working independently according to a plan agreed with the supervising qualified psychologist and within the overall framework of the team’s policies and procedures.

FAQs

What is the role of the Assistant Psychologist at Mersey Forensic Psychology Service?

The role involves assisting with psychological assessments and interventions, supporting group interventions, conducting formal assessments under supervision, and engaging in service development activities such as literature searches and data management.

What qualifications are required for the Assistant Psychologist position?

The job requires relevant qualifications in psychology, typically at least an undergraduate degree in psychology, and may also require experience or training in mental health or criminal psychology.

Will I receive supervision in this role?

Yes, you will work under the supervision of qualified professional psychologists, allowing you to gain valuable experience and knowledge.

What kind of clients will I be working with?

You will work with adults who are considered to pose a risk of violent or sexual offending or re-offending, both in the community and in prison settings.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, there will be opportunities to acquire knowledge in psychological interventions, mental health difficulties, and therapeutic models, along with involvement in innovative services and primary research.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

The job description does not specify, but Mersey Care is open to flexible working requests for all roles, which could include both full-time and part-time options.

What is the culture and mission of Mersey Care?

Mersey Care is committed to providing ‘perfect care’ that is safe, effective, and positively experienced, and they focus on working with service users, families, and carers to improve service delivery.

How can I get more information about the role?

For further details or to arrange an informal visit, you can contact Lisa Wright, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, via email at lisa.wright@merseycare.nhs.uk or by phone at 0151 330 6430.

Are there opportunities to participate in research?

Yes, the role includes assisting with primary research and the evaluation of developing therapies as part of service development activities.

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Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, learning disability, addiction services, and community health services across the UK. Their ultimate mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals by delivering compassionate, safe, and effective healthcare. They aim to promote recovery, independence, and well-being through a patient-centered approach, ensuring that every individual receives the care and support they need to live fulfilling lives.