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Children & Young People's Assistant Psychologist

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Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Stoke-on-Trent

AI generated summary

  • You need a BPS-accredited psychology degree, knowledge of research methods, SPSS/Excel, experience in mental health (especially eating disorders), group facilitation, meal support, and guided self-help.
  • You will support service users with psychological interventions, assist in audits and research, develop clinical materials, and gather feedback on service provision.

Requirements

  • A degree in Psychology that is accredited by the British Psychological Society and confers the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society or Equivalent experience
  • Graduate level knowledge of psychological research methodology and statistical analysis
  • Good knowledge of SPSS and Excel
  • Experience in Mental Health settings, preferably in Eating Disorders
  • Experience of facilitating groups
  • Experience of meal support
  • Experience of delivering guided self-help interventions
  • Research methods and report writing
  • Post-graduate experience of conducting research projects or audits
  • Knowledge of psychological disorders including Eating Disorders

Responsibilities

  • To provide support for service users in the EDU service under supervision.
  • To provide patients with protocol-based psychological interventions, such as supported guided self-help.
  • To support protocol-based group psychological interventions for service users and carers.
  • To assist psychologists in the development of individual or group clinical materials or training materials.
  • To assist the Day Care team with meal support with patients and supporting specific patients with 1:1 support via behavioural experiments.
  • To contribute to the effective working of the service by managing the outpatient audit databases and contributing to analysis/ dissemination where required.
  • To assist in the design and implementation of audit and research projects to inform the service and others in the development of Trust psychology and other services, training provision, and research activities.
  • To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes, to be responsible for audits and reports, under the guidance of senior staff.
  • To undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research to assist in the development in the Trust of evidence-based practice.
  • Under guidance, to conduct surveys with service users and carers to gather views on service provision.
  • To disseminate research and service evaluation findings through presentations or published articles.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Children & Young People's Assistant Psychologist role?

The main focus of the role is to provide support for service users experiencing moderate to severe eating disorders, implementing protocol-based psychological interventions and assisting in the overall care within the CYP Eating Disorders Day Hospital Service.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A degree in Psychology that is accredited by the British Psychological Society, granting the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, or equivalent experience is required for this position.

Is prior experience in mental health settings necessary for this role?

While not essential, prior experience in mental health settings, particularly in eating disorders, is desirable for this role.

What kind of interventions will I be involved in as an Assistant Psychologist?

You will be involved in protocol-based psychological interventions such as supported guided self-help, group psychological interventions, and meal support for patients.

Are there opportunities for training and professional development?

Yes, the organization offers great career development opportunities for both clinical and non-clinical roles, including ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

What statistical analysis software should I be familiar with for this role?

Familiarity with SPSS and Excel is essential for conducting statistical analysis and managing data for audits and research projects.

Will I be required to assist in research projects?

Yes, you will assist in the design and implementation of audit and research projects, including data collection, analysis, and the production of reports under the guidance of senior staff.

How does this service fit within the larger framework of mental health care?

This service aims to bridge the gap between inpatient and community care for children and young people with eating disorders, providing an intensive and structured alternative that supports earlier discharge from hospital settings.

Can I apply if I don’t have experience with meal support?

While experience in meal support is desirable, it is not a strict requirement. Other relevant qualifications and experiences will still be taken into consideration.

Is a background in group facilitation necessary for this role?

Experience in facilitating groups is desirable but not essential for the role.

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Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

A fantastic place to work

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2018
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive mental health and community healthcare services. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that improves the well-being and quality of life for individuals and communities they serve. Their purpose is to support mental and physical health through innovative, integrated services, fostering recovery and promoting holistic health in a patient-centered approach.