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Assistant Psychologist - HMP Coldingley

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Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

10d ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You need a 2:1 Psychology degree, clinical skills, experience with complex needs, psychometrics, group work, report writing, IT proficiency, and resilience under pressure.
  • You will conduct assessments, support therapeutic groups, analyze data, contribute to care plans, assist in research, and engage in multi-disciplinary meetings while ensuring client safety.

Requirements

  • Honours degree at 2:1 or above in Psychology, or equivalent. Eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartership with the BPS
  • Relevant clinical and research skills
  • Experience of working as part of a team
  • Basic knowledge of databases, research skills and methodology
  • Ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a health context
  • An understanding of psychology applied to health care
  • Further training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis.
  • Experience of working with people with disabilities, in a health or Mental Health setting and or work with people with complex needs
  • Experience of working with people with complex needs
  • Experience of the use of psychometric tests
  • Experience of group work and individual therapeutic contact
  • Experience of in-patient settings
  • Experience of teaching other health professionals
  • Lived experience of mental health issues
  • To be able to communicate effectively under pressure and maintain a high degree of professionalism at all times
  • To be able to provide and receive complex sensitive or contentious information in a potentially highly emotive atmosphere. To be able to work with resistance to ideas
  • High standard of report writing
  • To assimilate complex information and use reflective/analytic thinking, to apply psychological perspectives in work in a healthcare setting
  • Ability to work independently and know when to ask for and use supervision, identifying when there is need for advice and using supervision at agreed intervals
  • Capable of using initiative and organise work to agreed goals.
  • Ability to be flexible and cope with multiple demands.
  • Information technology skills.
  • To have highly developed IT skills and good working knowledge of statistical packages
  • Requires manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination to administer neuropsychological tests and use computer key boards.
  • Able to carry out PMVA interventions
  • Need to maintain frequent high levels of concentration for long periods in managing agreed projects alone or with team members
  • Ability to tolerate and remain calm in the face of high levels of emotional distress and emotional demands
  • Ability to tolerate occasional exposure to verbal abuse and hostility
  • Ability to use a PC
  • To sit for extended periods of time in constrained positions in order to complete PC-based projects and other project tasks

Responsibilities

  • To undertake assessments and interventions (for example neuro-psychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect observations and semi-structured interviews of clients, family members and others involved in the clients care), as appropriate to level of training, competence and under live or regular supervision from a qualified practitioner Psychologist.
  • To assist in the development of psychologically based frameworks of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service.
  • To formulate and deliver care, training or research plans within settings where there may be a hostile atmosphere, challenging behaviour or high levels of expressed emotion.
  • To conduct literature searches, collate audit and outcome evidence, analyse relevant data and produce reports to inform and enhance care delivered by the service.
  • To assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups, training or research projects.
  • If required, to compile risk histories to inform care plans, risk and crisis plans.
  • To work with other team members to improve care, training and research practices and the quality of life of clients.
  • To attend and contribute to multi-disciplinary meetings.
  • To support the delivery of evidence based psychological interventions for clients.
  • To carry out other clinical and administrative tasks as appropriate to the post holder’s grade.
  • To be up to date with both de-escalation, physical breakaway and PMVA techniques appropriate to the service environment.

FAQs

What are the qualifications required for the Assistant Psychologist position at HMP Coldingley?

The required qualification is an Honours degree at 2:1 or above in Psychology or equivalent, and candidates must be eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartership with the BPS.

Is prior experience in a healthcare setting necessary for this role?

While prior experience is desirable, it is not strictly necessary. However, relevant clinical and research skills, and experience working as part of a team are essential.

What type of training does the organization offer for Assistant Psychologists?

The organization offers robust training, including monthly supervision, access to internal and external training opportunities, and assistance with personal development plans.

What are the main duties of the Assistant Psychologist?

Main duties include supporting psychological practice, conducting assessments and interventions, developing care plans, coordinating therapeutic groups, and contributing to multidisciplinary meetings.

Are there opportunities for career progression within this role?

Yes, there are excellent progression opportunities through various career pathways including a preceptorship program and support for further training.

What benefits can employees expect when working for the organization?

Benefits include health and wellbeing services, season ticket loans, a cycle to work scheme, a relocation package, and access to a discount portal for staff and their families.

Will the Assistant Psychologist have direct contact with patients?

Yes, the successful applicant may have contact with patients or service users.

Is there support for vaccination within the organization?

Yes, the organization strongly encourages and supports vaccination to protect staff and patients in healthcare settings.

Does the role require specific skills in report writing and IT?

Yes, a high standard of report writing and strong IT skills, including knowledge of statistical packages, are essential for this role.

What is the nature of the work environment at HMP Coldingley?

The work environment may involve a potentially hostile atmosphere, challenging behavior, and high levels of emotional distress, requiring the ability to remain calm and professional.

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Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

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Mission & Purpose

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) has almost 6,550 staff providing integrated healthcare to a third of London's population, Milton Keynes, Surrey and areas beyond. We provide a wide range of services to treat people with a a variety of health needs, including common physical health problems, long-term conditions, mental health, learning disabilities, eating disorders, addictions and sexual health. We are here to provide support for people through every stage of life. Our catchment area covers a range of vibrant and diverse communities, with over 100 first languages spoken, ranging from areas of deprivation to areas of affluence. We are committed to providing services that need the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference.