Assistant Psychologist

1 week ago

Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust Full time

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed assistant psychologist for the new Therapeutic Interventions for Distressing unusual Experiences Service (TIDES). TIDES are the at-risk mental state (ARMS) team for Norfolk & Waveney, sitting in the wider Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) service. TIDES is in its infancy, but as the service takes shape it will provide preventative mental health support to young people aged 14-35 years old who are at risk of developing psychosis with a view to preventing or delaying the transition to psychosis. The successful candidate will join the service at an exciting time as we continue to develop. Within TIDES, you will be joining a Principal Clinical Psychologist, Systemic Psychotherapist, Community Team Manager, trainee CBT therapists, Care Coordinators, Clinical Support Workers and a Vocational Worker.

The wider Norfolk & Waveney EIP teams are part of Specialist Services in NSFT. EIP offers assessment and treatment for people aged 14-65 years with a first episode of psychosis, in line with the NHS England Access and Waiting Time Standard. EIP in Norfolk and Waveney has undergone significant expansion over the last five years following funding from NHS England so that these standards can be achieved. As part of the wider EIP service, you will be part of a thriving MDT with clinical psychologists, psychological therapists, assistant psychologists, case managers, nurses and psychiatrists.

Main duties of the job

This role will develop and change over time, but will initially focus on assessments under supervision, data collection, analysis and service evaluation. It is expected that this will expand to include working with individuals clinically both one-to-one and in groups, and administering and scoring psychometric measures with a view to validating existing scales against assessment measures such as the CAARMS. The post would suit someone with a strong research background, who would be looking to develop or build on their skills in clinical practice. The TIDES base is currently in Norwich at County Hall, though the post will involve travel across Norfolk and Waveney. As part of the wider EIP teams across Norwich, Great Yarmouth and Waveney and Kings Lynn, there may also be the opportunity to assist in delivering group psychological interventions with the wider early intervention population.

As part of the selection process, we would like candidates to write a brief essay (of no more than 500 words) with the title, "Why is it important to provide a service for people experiencing are experiencing at-risk mental states, and how might this differ from an early intervention service?" The essay should be written at the start of the supporting statement and should be followed by a supporting statement of no more than 500 words. Please note that applications that do not follow these guidelines will not be considered for shortlisting.

About us

Supervision will be provided by the Principal Clinical Psychologist. There will also be opportunities for continuing professional development, including attendance at regular training events, team case discussion and reflective practice groups. The Norfolk and Waveney EIP service has clinical and research links with the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology programme at the University of East Anglia (UEA).

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Where necessary, travelling within the community will be required. The successful post holder will therefore need to hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to drive to base or appointments.

You must possess a degree in psychology which is BPS accredited.

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY

Some of the benefits you can expect:

NHS pension a comprehensive in house & external training programmes career progression starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays) staff physio service NHS discounts and many more.

If you would like to enquire about this post please contact Dr Meghan Waugh (Principal Clinical Psychologist ARMS service) .

Interviews for the advertised positions will be held in person at County Hall in Norwich on 27th June 2024, and successful candidates will be invited to interview no later than 20th June 2024. If reasonable adjustments are required, interviews can be held over Microsoft Teams.

Please note that the vacancy may close if we have received sufficient applications before the expiry date and the interview date is subject to change.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

A BPS accredited degree in Psychology

Desirable

A recognised masters level degree in relevant subject area

Experience

Essential

Experience of quantitative research

Desirable

Experience of working clinically with a relevant population Working clinically within the NHS or as an Assistant Practitioner, Clinical Support Worker or Research Assistant

Skills

Essential

Skills using microcomputers for databases or date analysis, especially SPSS for Windows High quality written skills

Desirable

Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients and colleagues Presentation Skills

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of mental health Knowledge of quantitative research An understanding of psychology applied to health care

Desirable

An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities An ability to apply existing knowledge to a mental health context An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with an At-Risk-Mental-State and/or Psychosis

Other

Essential

An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines An ability to interact with clients with mental health problems Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively Ability to travel independently, including full UK drivers license and access to own vehicle for business purposes

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