Assistant Psychologist inKingston Upon Hull inKingston Upon Hull PUBLISHED
FRI 10 JAN 2025
NAI Terramont Commercial ruLEIfnp
Experience working alongside Clinical and Forensic Psychologists in a secure hospital environment, enhancing clinical skills.
Opportunity to contribute to the delivery of community-based forensic services, gaining diverse experience.
Engagement in hands-on tasks like delivering psycho-education and treatment groups, allowing for direct interaction with patients.
Involvement in administrative and evaluative tasks, strengthening organizational and analytical skills.
Access to a supportive team committed to staff development, ensuring ongoing professional growth.
Flexible working arrangements that promote a healthy work-life balance, accommodating individual needs.
NAI Terramont Commercial is seeking an Assistant Psychologist to join their clinical and forensic psychology team in Kingston Upon Hull for a 12-month period. The role involves working within a secure hospital environment that caters to patients with mental health difficulties, personality disorders, and learning disabilities, as well as contributing to community-based forensic services. Key responsibilities include administrative tasks, delivering psycho-education and treatment groups, conducting individual patient work, administering psychometric tests, and participating in audits and service evaluations.
Candidates should possess a BSc or BA degree accredited by the BPS, excellent organisational skills, and a strong interest in working with forensic populations. The position requires good IT skills and exceptional communication abilities, along with the capacity to handle a demanding workload. The Trust emphasises staff development, diversity, and work-life balance, offering competitive benefits and flexible working arrangements.
Candidates should possess a BSc or BA degree accredited by the BPS, excellent organisational skills, and a strong interest in working with forensic populations. The position requires good IT skills and exceptional communication abilities, along with the capacity to handle a demanding workload. The Trust emphasises staff development, diversity, and work-life balance, offering competitive benefits and flexible working arrangements.
We are seeking to recruit an Assistant Psychologist to work in our team of Clinical and Forensic Psychologists for a period of 12 months.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work within our secure hospital which provides both low and medium secure services providing medium and long-term treatment and input to patients with mental health difficulties, personality disorder and learning disability. In addition, there will be the potential to contribute to the delivery of community based forensic services.
The post holder will be involved in the completion of administrative tasks for the psychology department, desk-based tasks such as reviewing documentation, developing file based formulations and updating records. It will also include the delivery of psycho-education and/or treatment groups, individual work with patients, the administration and interpretation of psychometrics, and some audit and service evaluation work. There may be further tasks and requirements depending on clinical and departmental need.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and have a high level of organisational skill, an ability to manage a demanding workload with competing priorities and have a particular interest in working with a forensic population. You will support the work of the qualified team, clinically and administratively. You will need to be a keen team-player, have good IT skills and exceptional communication abilities.
A degree level qualification (BSc or BA) accredited by the BPS is essential for this post.
We are an award winning and CQC rated good health and social care Trust delivering integrated services across Hull, East and North Yorkshire. Find out more on our website
We are a forward thinking and dynamic Trust with a real commitment to staff development. We value our colleagues and invest in them to ensure they have the right skills to deliver outstanding care.
We are proud to score above or equal to the average for all NHS People Promise theme areas demonstrating our commitment to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone. Wherever you work we know you will receive a warm welcome and all the support youll need to get you started.
We recognise the positive value of diversity and promotes equality whilst challenging discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.
Work life balance is about having influence and flexibility over when, where and how you work. If the work pattern for this role does not meet your needs, we welcome an application and are happy to discuss working arrangements that differ from those advertised.
We offer a unique range of benefits that go above and beyond other NHS Trusts including an enhanced leave package and health and wellbeing support.
From city to countryside, market towns to moors youll find a place to call home including some of the most affordable places to live in the UK.
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For further information with regard to this vacancy please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work within our secure hospital which provides both low and medium secure services providing medium and long-term treatment and input to patients with mental health difficulties, personality disorder and learning disability. In addition, there will be the potential to contribute to the delivery of community based forensic services.
The post holder will be involved in the completion of administrative tasks for the psychology department, desk-based tasks such as reviewing documentation, developing file based formulations and updating records. It will also include the delivery of psycho-education and/or treatment groups, individual work with patients, the administration and interpretation of psychometrics, and some audit and service evaluation work. There may be further tasks and requirements depending on clinical and departmental need.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and have a high level of organisational skill, an ability to manage a demanding workload with competing priorities and have a particular interest in working with a forensic population. You will support the work of the qualified team, clinically and administratively. You will need to be a keen team-player, have good IT skills and exceptional communication abilities.
A degree level qualification (BSc or BA) accredited by the BPS is essential for this post.
We are an award winning and CQC rated good health and social care Trust delivering integrated services across Hull, East and North Yorkshire. Find out more on our website
We are a forward thinking and dynamic Trust with a real commitment to staff development. We value our colleagues and invest in them to ensure they have the right skills to deliver outstanding care.
We are proud to score above or equal to the average for all NHS People Promise theme areas demonstrating our commitment to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone. Wherever you work we know you will receive a warm welcome and all the support youll need to get you started.
We recognise the positive value of diversity and promotes equality whilst challenging discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.
Work life balance is about having influence and flexibility over when, where and how you work. If the work pattern for this role does not meet your needs, we welcome an application and are happy to discuss working arrangements that differ from those advertised.
We offer a unique range of benefits that go above and beyond other NHS Trusts including an enhanced leave package and health and wellbeing support.
From city to countryside, market towns to moors youll find a place to call home including some of the most affordable places to live in the UK.
Find out more and search live jobs.
For further information with regard to this vacancy please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.
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To work as an Assistant Psychologist in the UK, several skills and qualifications are generally expected. While specific requirements may vary by employer, here are some key skills and attributes that are typically valuable for this role:
1. Educational Background
- Relevant Degree: A degree in psychology or a closely related field, typically at least at the upper second-class level (2:1) is usually required.
- Knowledge of Psychological Principles: Understanding of psychological theories, research methods, and statistics.
2. Experience
- Work Experience: Previous experience in a psychological or clinical setting is often beneficial. This could include volunteering, internships, or paid roles that involve direct contact with clients.
- Research Experience: Experience in conducting or assisting with psychological research can be advantageous.
3. Communication Skills
- Verbal Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, colleagues, and other professionals.
- Written Communication: Strong writing skills for documenting assessments, reports, and research findings.
4. Interpersonal Skills
- Empathy and Rapport Building: Ability to empathize with clients and build strong therapeutic relationships.
- Active Listening: Skill in listening to clients’ concerns and responding appropriately.
5. Analytical Skills
- Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex information, assess clients' needs, and contribute to treatment plans.
- Problem-Solving: Aptitude for addressing challenges and developing effective solutions.
6. Organizational Skills
- Time Management: Ability to manage time efficiently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Record Keeping: Strong attention to detail in maintaining accurate and confidential records.
7. Teamwork and Collaboration
- Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals, including psychologists, therapists, and healthcare staff.
8. Sensitivity and Professionalism
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Awareness of ethical considerations in psychology.
9. Adaptability and Resilience
- Capacity to adapt to changing circumstances and manage stressful situations effectively.
10. Continued Professional Development
- A commitment to ongoing learning and development within the field of psychology, including engaging in relevant training and workshops.
Additional Considerations:
- Membership in Professional Bodies: While not always required, registration with organizations like the British Psychological Society (BPS) may enhance your qualifications.
- Specialized Skills: Depending on the specific area the role is focused on (e.g., clinical, educational, forensic psychology), additional specialized skills may be relevant.
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