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Psychological Support Assistant
3 months ago
Position Overview
The primary function of the individual in this role is to engage in the delivery of Psychological Services to individuals within the Community Forensic Learning Disability Service.
Utilizing both clinical and analytical skills, you will enhance an existing position within the team, collaborating closely with service users, support personnel, and the broader team to facilitate a thorough psychological service and assess the effectiveness of these services. This role necessitates close cooperation with various organizations, including community services and the criminal justice sector.
Challenges of the Role
The most demanding aspect of this position is managing multiple interconnected tasks while adhering to the time and resource constraints of the service.
Key Responsibilities
- Actively participate in the coordination and execution of initial assessments and formulations under the guidance of a licensed psychologist. Collect and organize information and reports to aid in the development of risk assessments and treatment strategies.
- Administer and evaluate relevant formal psychometric assessment tools and other assessment methods, compiling reports and behavioral care plans as necessary.
- Co-facilitate structured group sessions, such as anger management, social skills training, problem-solving, and offense-specific risk reduction, tailored to the needs of the patient demographic. Additionally, gather and synthesize information from protocols for future treatment planning.
- Engage in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and research, contributing to data collection aimed at enhancing service delivery.
- Provide administrative assistance to clinical psychologists, including conducting literature reviews for pertinent articles, gathering information for case discussions, and assisting in the planning of specific group sessions.
- No financial or managerial responsibilities are assigned, but you will be accountable for tasks as directed by clinical and forensic psychologists within the service.
- Travel between various sites may be required, which is a crucial aspect of this role in community service, necessitating timely travel across designated areas.
About the Organization
Join us in a region known for its exceptional professional development opportunities and high quality of life.
We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), dedicated to providing mental health, learning disability, and specialized services to a diverse population in Kent and Medway, as well as offering specialized services for adults in neighboring regions. Our organization has received a 'Good' rating overall from the Care Quality Commission.
Each year, we support over 2,000 individuals in our facilities and 54,000 in the community.
We take pride in our workforce of over 3,800 individuals from 66 different nationalities, serving a wide array of communities across both rural and urban settings.
By joining our team, you will work alongside dedicated and diverse colleagues who are committed to delivering exceptional care to our service users and their families.
The nature of our work fosters an environment of kindness and compassion, where every team member, from support staff to leadership, plays a vital role in providing outstanding service.
Our Mission and Vision
Our mission is to deliver exceptional care through our talented workforce.
Our vision is to provide outstanding care and collaborate effectively to ensure this is achieved in the most suitable environment for every service user, every time.
Additional Information
The candidate must possess a valid UK driving license and have access to a vehicle for business purposes, unless exempt under the Equality Act 2010.
Qualifications
Essential:
- A good honors degree in Psychology (minimum 2:1) recognized by the British Psychological Society.
Desirable:
- A Master's degree in psychology or a related mental health/forensic field.
Experience Requirements
Essential:
- Experience working with individuals facing mental health challenges.
Desirable:
- Experience within community learning disability or mental health teams, and/or the criminal justice system.
Research Skills
Essential:
- Experience in research methodologies and data compilation.
Experience with Offending Behavior:
Essential:
- Experience working with individuals with histories of offending behavior.
Desirable:
- Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities.
