Young People

4 weeks ago


Leicestershire, United Kingdom Turning Point Full time

Job Introduction

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Turning Point’s Substance Use and Mental Health Team which delivers treatment across the whole of Leicester City, Leicestershire and Rutland. We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Senior Assistant Psychologist interested in working with young people and young adults with co-existing substance use and mental health difficulties.

Role Responsibility

The role of the YP/YA Senior Assistant Psychologist is to support the assessment and delivery of interventions to young people and young adults with co-existing substance use and mental health needs under supervision of a Registered Psychologist. The post holder will assist in clinically related administration, deliver psychological interventions, administer questionnaires or standardised psychometric tests, conduct audits, collect data and statistics, and contribute to research projects and training.

The Ideal Candidate

You will need at least a 2:1 degree in psychology and eligibility for graduate membership with the British Psychological Society. The ideal candidate will demonstrate an understanding of the needs and difficulties of young people and young adults with mental health and substance use difficulties. You will have experiences of delivering psychosocial interventions (individually or in groups) and demonstrate an understanding of research and service evaluation processes. The focus of the role will be on providing support to under 18s and young adults across City, County and Rutland locations. You will also work closely with partnership agencies to develop referral pathways/partnership links.

A driving licence and car access is desirable but flexibility in travel across the county is essential.

About us

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:

Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – we’re proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications 28 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further – including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You’ll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service – free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more – all free to you and your immediate family Recognition awards to recognise colleagues’ inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

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