Assistant Psychologist

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a creative and dynamic psychology team in the inpatient wards at Bolton. We work in a trauma informed way and creatively engage and connect with our service users through a variety of different ways such as through dance, music, boxing, gardening and art.
The role would be to work as part of the psychological service provision within the two Acute Care wards and PICU (Psychiatric Intensive Care Units). The primary focus is to facilitate the running of psychologically informed groups and 1:1 psychological intervention on the wards and PICUs (Psychiatric Intensive Care Units) under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist and with the operational support of Acute Care management.
To assist the Clinical Psychologists in enhancing and developing the psychological service provided to an adult acute psychiatric inpatient unit. The unit serves individuals in acute crisis, with extensive trauma histories, experiencing high levels of distress and psychological needs. The post holder will work as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team that includes staff with a range of experience, and from a range of professional backgrounds and will be expected, therefore, to promote a psychological view when this might be different to the views of others in the team. They will be expected to work effectively and manage many competing tasks in what can be, at times, an unpredictable, risky, and emotive environment.
To f acilitate the running of psychologically informed groups on the wards.
Independently deliver these groups and encourage other members of the multi-disciplinary team to become engaged in these activities.
When required, to assist with assessments / reviews / consultations with clients, family members and others involved in clients care, all under supervision.
Under clinical supervision, independently implement time limited psychological interventions, involving creative engagement with cl ients with complex relational and risk related needs.
R eceive regular clinical supervision from a qualified clinical psychologist in accordance with professional practice guidelines.
To develop skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties.
To assist in relevant psychology audit/research projects related to Acute Care.
To develop knowledge of complex mental health and risk presentations, through regular literature searches, reading and personal study.
To ensure the highest standards of clinical and other record keeping.
To ensure confidentiality of all clinical records and confidential data in line with relevant professional codes of practice and Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust policy procedures and guidelines.
To follow all appropriate policies and procedures of the Trust.
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
1 Division Bolton Inpatient Psychology
2 Location Royal Bolton Hospital
3 Job Title Assistant Psychologist
4 Hours of Work Perma n ent, 37.5 hours per week
5 Grade of Post Band 4
6 Reports to Senior Clinical Psychologist, Bolton Inpatients Wards
7 Accountable to Principal Clinical Psychologist, Lead f or Bolton Inpatient Wards
8 Responsible for
Job Summary
To work as part of the psychological service provision within the two Acute Care wards and PICU (Psychiatric Intensive Care Units). The primary focus is to facilitate the running of psychologically informed groups and 1:1 psychological intervention on the wards and PICUs (Psychiatric Intensive Care Units) under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist and with the operational support of Acute Care management.
To assist the Clinical Psychologists in enhancing and developing the psychological service provided to an adult acute psychiatric inpatient unit. The unit serves individuals in acute crisis, with extensive trauma histories, experiencing high levels of distress and psychological needs. The post holder will work as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team that includes staff with a range of experience, and from a range of profession