Assistant Psychologist

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

Aug 26, 2024

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior Level
Healthcare
Education & Teaching
Kingston upon Hull

Requirements

**Qualifications And Knowledge**
Essential criteria
BSc Psychology
Graduate knowledge of research design and methodology, and application of this to research and development activity within the service area
Desirable criteria
Additional qualification or course attendance in a related field
Evidence of current CPD/formal qualification at an advanced level e.g post graduate level or equivalent knowledge/experiential learning
**Experience**
Essential criteria
Appropriate knowledge / experience of working as an assistant psychologist in a variety of settings
Experience in the use of a range of psychometric and other objective assessment tools as applied in mental health work
Experience of managing own caseload under appropriate supervision
Desirable criteria
Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to the clinical area at specialist level of care
Evidence of specialist practice skills and able to demonstrate the impact of this on changes in practice or service development
Evidence of promoting/supporting active user/carer involvement/participation
**Skills And Competencies**
Essential criteria
Able to demonstrate effective inter-personal / communication skills
Ability to demonstrate ethical values and attitudes within a culture of equality and diversity
Evidence of good time management skills
Ability to commute between the various sites
Desirable criteria
Awareness of leadership/management skills and qualities
Ability to manage daily operations and maintain a safe working environment
**Applicant Requirements**
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Responsibilities

- Support the Forensic and Clinical Psychology Team to develop the mental health and learning disability pathways in the local prisons.
- Work within the forensic and clinical psychology speciality and provide psychology input to the prison based at HMP Full Sutton and HMP Millsike.
- Involve working with adult males in the prisons who present with risky behaviours and who display signs of complex mental health difficulties.
- Have a good vision of the service and requirements, supporting the development of a specialist psychology service within the prison mental health provision.
- Be equipped with a strong sense of responsibility and leadership as the psychology representative within the wider multidisciplinary team.
- Work within our growing group of forensic services which is closely aligned to our secure in-patient services.
- Be part of a friendly and supportive group of psychologists who maintain a strong identity as a psychology department whilst also being key members of multidisciplinary teams.
- Contribute to service-based evaluation and audit, service development and teaching/training.
- Actively try to develop our research activity.

FAQs

What is the role of the Assistant Psychologist in this position?

The Assistant Psychologist will support the Forensic and Clinical Psychology Team in developing mental health and learning disability pathways within local prisons, providing psychology input to adult male prisoners with complex mental health difficulties.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A BSc in Psychology is essential, along with graduate knowledge of research design and methodology applicable to research and development activities in the service area.

Is experience as an assistant psychologist required?

Yes, appropriate knowledge and experience of working as an assistant psychologist in various settings are essential for this role.

What types of skills are essential for this position?

Essential skills include effective inter-personal and communication skills, ethical values and attitudes promoting equality and diversity, good time management, and the ability to commute between various sites.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the organization offers frequent opportunities for accessing high-quality CPD events and training, along with links to career development.

What are the main duties of the Assistant Psychologist?

Key duties include working with adult male prisoners presenting risky behaviors, supporting the development of a specialist psychology service within the prison, and contributing to service-based evaluations and audits.

Do you welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds?

Yes, the organization recognizes the positive value of diversity, promotes equality, and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Will the Assistant Psychologist be part of a multidisciplinary team?

Yes, the post holder will be a key member of the multidisciplinary teams within the forensic services, collaborating with various professionals.

Is there a focus on research within this role?

Yes, the department is actively trying to develop its research activity, and the role will provide opportunities to contribute to this aspect.

How does the organization support work-life balance?

The organization emphasizes flexibility in work arrangements and welcomes discussions about alternative working patterns that may better meet individual needs.

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

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Mission & Purpose

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust provides a comprehensive range of mental health, learning disability, community and addictions services to people from Hull and the East Riding, a population of almost 600,000. The Trust also provide forensic services to patients from the wider Yorkshire and Humber area and employs approximately 3000 staff in locations across 70 sites. As a Teaching Trust, we work closely with our major academic partners, Hull York Medical School and Hull University, nurturing a workforce of tomorrow's doctors, nurses and other health professionals.