Opportunity for professional development through excellent supervision and ongoing support from experienced clinical psychologists.
Engagement in meaningful work that involves providing psychological assessment and interventions to children and young people, making a positive impact on their mental health.
Collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team, fostering a supportive and diverse work environment with opportunities for learning from colleagues across various disciplines.
Hands-on experience in a clinical setting that enhances skills in Goal Based Intervention (GBI) and other psychological techniques, such as Motivational Interviewing.
Involvement in service development and the ability to contribute to projects that improve mental health services for young people and their families.
Access to further training and professional development workshops, helping to build expertise in advanced psychological practices and research methods.
The Senior Assistant Psychologist position at Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust in Hayes involves providing psychological assessments and interventions, primarily Goal Based Interventions (GBI), under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist. The role includes supporting service user participation, collaborating with young people and their families, and establishing relationships with other agencies. Candidates must have a minimum of one year of post-graduate experience in a mental health setting and possess strong communication skills to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
Responsibilities include conducting psychological assessments for children and young people, assisting with clinical administration, audits, and contributing to service development. Essential qualifications include an upper second-class honours degree in psychology and eligibility for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society. The role requires high-level communication skills, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to equal opportunities in service delivery while offering continuous professional development, supervision, and support for career progression.
Responsibilities include conducting psychological assessments for children and young people, assisting with clinical administration, audits, and contributing to service development. Essential qualifications include an upper second-class honours degree in psychology and eligibility for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society. The role requires high-level communication skills, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to equal opportunities in service delivery while offering continuous professional development, supervision, and support for career progression.
Job Overview
To provide psychological assessment and psychological interventions, where appropriate, under the supervision and guidance of a qualified Clinical Psychologist. This is most likely to be Goal Based Intervention(GBI) provision.
To support service user participation and collaborate with young people and their families/carers to inform service delivery and development. To liaise and develop working relationships with other services and agencies involved with young people and their families.
To work independently according to a plan agreed with your supervisor and within the overall framework of the team’s policies and procedures.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Psychology Assistant to join a multi-disciplinary team delivering a clinical health psychology, administrating and co-ordinating assessment measures and contributing to service development. You will be working alongside clinical psychologists.
Excellent communication skills and an ability to work within a team are essential. At least one year paid post- graduate experience of working within a mental health care setting is also essential.
Supervision will be provided by the clinical psychologist.
Working for our organisation
Hillingdon CAMHS is committed to offering to the post holder:
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
To provide psychological assessment and intervention to young people and children referred to Hillingdon CAMHS. To assist in clinically related administration, conduct of audits, collection of statistics, development of audit and/or research projects, teaching and project work.
Person specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
To provide psychological assessment and psychological interventions, where appropriate, under the supervision and guidance of a qualified Clinical Psychologist. This is most likely to be Goal Based Intervention(GBI) provision.
To support service user participation and collaborate with young people and their families/carers to inform service delivery and development. To liaise and develop working relationships with other services and agencies involved with young people and their families.
To work independently according to a plan agreed with your supervisor and within the overall framework of the team’s policies and procedures.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Psychology Assistant to join a multi-disciplinary team delivering a clinical health psychology, administrating and co-ordinating assessment measures and contributing to service development. You will be working alongside clinical psychologists.
Excellent communication skills and an ability to work within a team are essential. At least one year paid post- graduate experience of working within a mental health care setting is also essential.
Supervision will be provided by the clinical psychologist.
Working for our organisation
Hillingdon CAMHS is committed to offering to the post holder:
- Excellent supervision
- CPD workshops
- Peer supervision
- Skills training such as Motivational Interviewing, brief psychological interventions
- Ongoing day-to-day support by duty consultant, duty senior clinician, and Clinical Team Leads to facilitate safe practice, career progression, and job satisfaction.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
To provide psychological assessment and intervention to young people and children referred to Hillingdon CAMHS. To assist in clinically related administration, conduct of audits, collection of statistics, development of audit and/or research projects, teaching and project work.
Person specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential criteria
- An upper second-class honours degree or higher in psychology. Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
- Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis.
Essential criteria
- Work with children and young people with emotional and/or behavioural problems; neurological conditions and developmental delay/disorders and/or other disabilities.
- Experience in working with children with emotional disorders
Essential criteria
- High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
- An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities
- An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a mental health context.
- An understanding of psychology applied to health care.
- Experience using microcomputers for databases or data analysis.
- High standard of report writing
Essential criteria
- An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines. An ability to interact with people with mental health problems disabilities.
- Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.
- An interest in working with people with mental health problems or other disabilities
Essential criteria
- Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.
- A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology
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To work as a Senior Assistant Psychologist in the UK, you will typically need a combination of relevant educational qualifications, practical experience, and specific skills. Here are the key skills and qualifications that are generally required:
Educational Qualifications
1. Degree in Psychology: A good (usually 2:1 or above) undergraduate degree in psychology that is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
2. Relevant Experience: Previous experience as an Assistant Psychologist or in a related role in a healthcare or clinical setting is often required.
3. Postgraduate Qualifications: A master’s degree in psychology or a related field may be beneficial, particularly for more competitive positions.
Essential Skills
1. Clinical Skills: Understanding psychological theories, assessment techniques, and therapeutic methods. Ability to conduct psychological assessments and interpret results is crucial.
2. Research Skills: Ability to design and conduct psychological research, analyze data, and contribute to academic publications may be required.
3. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with clients and multidisciplinary teams, as well as to prepare reports and documentation.
4. Interpersonal Skills: Strong skills in building rapport and working with clients, families, and professionals in health and social care settings.
5. Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, understanding the roles and contributions of different professionals.
6. Organizational Skills: Strong time management and organizational abilities to manage caseloads, inventory, and administrative tasks effectively.
7. Emotional Resilience: Ability to manage stress and respond to challenging situations with professionalism and care.
8. Ethics and Professionalism: Strong understanding of professional ethics in psychology and commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Additional Skills
1. Analytical Skills: Ability to critically evaluate research and clinical outcomes and apply evidence-based practices.
2. IT Skills: Proficiency in using software for data analysis, report writing, and managing electronic patient records.
3. Supervisory Skills: Experience or skills in mentoring and supervising junior staff or students may be beneficial, particularly in senior roles.
4. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to think critically and devise solutions for complex psychological issues.
Professional Development
- Continuous professional development (CPD) is important in psychology to stay updated on the latest research, techniques, and ethical standards.
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