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Our service users have complex mental health difficulties, often including severe and enduring mental health difficulties and trauma histories.
We have an exciting role for an Assistant Psychologist in our Specialist Community Forensic Team!Do you want to work with forensic mental health service users to help reduce the length of their admissions and support them to successfully transition into the community? Are you creative and passionate about service development and trauma-informed care? Do you enjoy multiagency and multidisciplinary working?
Our SCFT covers a wide geographical area within the Thames Valley (Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire), so someone with the ability to drive between sites is essential. The main base office is in Oxford. All travel beyond the usual commute will be reimbursed through expenses.
We are looking for an Assistant Psychologist with previous clinical experience of the role to join our team. The Specialist Community Forensic Team (SCFT) supports forensic service users to transition from secure care into the community.
Our service users have complex mental health difficulties, often including severe and enduring mental health difficulties and trauma histories. Transitions are particularly a time of anxiety for our service users who often have complex attachment needs and may have spent a significant length of time in secure care.
This service provides intensive in-reach support to inpatients helping them prepare for and navigate their discharges and safely settle into life in the community. We also provide support to other services, such as housing providers and local Adult Mental Health Teams, so that our service users can increasingly access non-forensic provision and transition into primary or secondary care.
The role is varied and involves a combination of direct client contact for assessments, formulation and interventions, including group and individual work, service evaluation and audit, as well as opportunities for joint, multidisciplinary, and multiagency working. There is scope for development within the role, so someone with creativity, energy and enthusiasm would be great! The postholder will have sufficient experience and reliability to enable them to work autonomously in the community with the support of regular supervision.
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the “candidate guide to making an application” which is attached to all roles.
Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount
- Pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups
At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust we want to employ people not just with experience, but with the aptitude and motivation to succeed and whose values resonate with our own.
Therefore, if you don’t meet all the requirements of the role and are unsure about applying but are excited about the opportunity, please do get in touch. We will be happy to discuss the requirements in more detail ahead of making a written application.
We have an exciting role for an Assistant Psychologist in our Specialist Community Forensic Team!
Do you want to work with forensic mental health service users to help reduce the length of their admissions and support them to successfully transition into the community? Are you creative and passionate about service development and trauma-informed care? Do you enjoy multiagency and multidisciplinary working?
Our SCFT covers a wide geographical area within the Thames Valley (Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire), so someone with the ability to drive between sites is essential. The main base office is in Oxford. All travel beyond the usual commute will be reimbursed through expenses.
We are looking for an Assistant Psychologist with previous clinical experience of the role to join our team. The Specialist Community Forensic Team (SCFT) supports forensic service users to transition from secure care into the community.
Our service users have complex mental health difficulties, often including severe and enduring mental health difficulties and trauma histories. Transitions are particularly a time of anxiety for our service users who often have complex attachment needs and may have spent a significant length of time in secure care.
This service provides intensive in-reach support to inpatients helping them prepare for and navigate their discharges and safely settle into life in the community. We also provide support to other services, such as housing providers and local Adult Mental Health Teams, so that our service users can increasingly access non-forensic provision and transition into primary or secondary care.
The role is varied and involves a combination of direct client contact for assessments, formulation and interventions, including group and individual work, service evaluation and audit, as well as opportunities for joint, multidisciplinary, and multiagency working. There is scope for development within the role, so someone with creativity, energy and enthusiasm would be great! The postholder will have sufficient experience and reliability to enable them to work autonomously in the community with the support of regular supervision.
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the “candidate guide to making an application” which is attached to all roles.
Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust we want to employ people not just with experience, but with the aptitude and motivation to succeed and whose values resonate with our own.
Therefore, if you don’t meet all the requirements of the role and are unsure about applying but are excited about the opportunity, please do get in touch. We will be happy to discuss the requirements in more detail ahead of making a written application.
Do you want to work with forensic mental health service users to help reduce the length of their admissions and support them to successfully transition into the community? Are you creative and passionate about service development and trauma-informed care? Do you enjoy multiagency and multidisciplinary working?
Our SCFT covers a wide geographical area within the Thames Valley (Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire), so someone with the ability to drive between sites is essential. The main base office is in Oxford. All travel beyond the usual commute will be reimbursed through expenses.
We are looking for an Assistant Psychologist with previous clinical experience of the role to join our team. The Specialist Community Forensic Team (SCFT) supports forensic service users to transition from secure care into the community.
Our service users have complex mental health difficulties, often including severe and enduring mental health difficulties and trauma histories. Transitions are particularly a time of anxiety for our service users who often have complex attachment needs and may have spent a significant length of time in secure care.
This service provides intensive in-reach support to inpatients helping them prepare for and navigate their discharges and safely settle into life in the community. We also provide support to other services, such as housing providers and local Adult Mental Health Teams, so that our service users can increasingly access non-forensic provision and transition into primary or secondary care.
The role is varied and involves a combination of direct client contact for assessments, formulation and interventions, including group and individual work, service evaluation and audit, as well as opportunities for joint, multidisciplinary, and multiagency working. There is scope for development within the role, so someone with creativity, energy and enthusiasm would be great! The postholder will have sufficient experience and reliability to enable them to work autonomously in the community with the support of regular supervision.
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the “candidate guide to making an application” which is attached to all roles.
Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount
- Pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups
At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust we want to employ people not just with experience, but with the aptitude and motivation to succeed and whose values resonate with our own.
Therefore, if you don’t meet all the requirements of the role and are unsure about applying but are excited about the opportunity, please do get in touch. We will be happy to discuss the requirements in more detail ahead of making a written application.
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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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