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Opportunity to contribute to the development of a new and evolving service focused on older people's mental health.
Collaboration with experienced Clinical and Counselling psychologists, providing valuable supervision and professional development.
Diverse and varied work environment addressing a wide range of mental health problems across different demographics.
Promoting psychological thinking within a multidisciplinary team, enhancing the overall therapeutic nature of care.
Potential for outreach and community engagement, making a meaningful impact on local populations and cultural sensitivity.
Being part of one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, fostering an inclusive workplace and community understanding.
West London NHS Trust is seeking a warm and enthusiastic Clinical Associate Psychologist (CAP) to join their Specialist Older People’s Mental Health Service (SOAMHS) in Ealing. The role involves developing psychological input alongside senior colleagues and multi-disciplinary teams, providing therapy to individuals and their families, and promoting psychological thinking within the team. The work is diverse, addressing various mental health issues, and requires flexibility to adapt to community needs as the service evolves. The Trust values cultural sensitivity and diversity, actively seeking team members who reflect the communities served.
As a part of one of the UK's most diverse healthcare providers, you will collaborate with Clinical and Counselling psychologists for supervision and outreach efforts in local community resources. The position demands a commitment to understanding cultural backgrounds and life experiences, ensuring that services are responsive to the diverse populations in the London boroughs of Hounslow, Ealing, and Hammersmith & Fulham. The Trust is rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commission and is dedicated to high-quality care and integrated healthcare systems.
As a part of one of the UK's most diverse healthcare providers, you will collaborate with Clinical and Counselling psychologists for supervision and outreach efforts in local community resources. The position demands a commitment to understanding cultural backgrounds and life experiences, ensuring that services are responsive to the diverse populations in the London boroughs of Hounslow, Ealing, and Hammersmith & Fulham. The Trust is rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commission and is dedicated to high-quality care and integrated healthcare systems.
We are looking for a warm and enthusiastic Clinical Associate Psychologist (CAP) to join our developing Specialist Older People’s Mental Health Service (SOAMHS). You will be involved in the development of the psychology input for SOAMHS in Ealing alongside senior psychology colleagues and other members of the multi-disciplinary teams
There is a huge variety of work within this role across the whole range of mental health problems and you will play a key part in enabling the more therapeutic nature of support throughout the service as well as providing clinical interventions. The teams are small so you will be working with the whole range of mental health problems. You will provide groups and individual therapy for people within the service as well as for their carers/families where indicated alongside other team members. The team includes Clinical and Counselling psychologists who will offer supervision.
You will have an important role in promoting psychological thinking within the team and the wider system around the patient through consultation and collaboration with partner agencies. We will also look to support outreach within a wide range of community resources and organisations. As the service is new, it is likely that it will change in response to the needs that are identified within the community, so you will need to be flexible in your thinking and approach to patient care.
The London boroughs of Hounslow, Ealing and Hammersmith & Fulham are culturally highly diverse and there is a real commitment to meet the needs of the communities we serve. We do this by ensuring we remain curious about the cultures in which people live and by ensuring we use approaches that are sensitive to people’s origins and life experiences. We welcome team members from the communities we serve who can be very helpful in helping understand the cultural background of the people we see.
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Helen Stirk Job title: Consultant Clinical Psychologist Email address:
There is a huge variety of work within this role across the whole range of mental health problems and you will play a key part in enabling the more therapeutic nature of support throughout the service as well as providing clinical interventions. The teams are small so you will be working with the whole range of mental health problems. You will provide groups and individual therapy for people within the service as well as for their carers/families where indicated alongside other team members. The team includes Clinical and Counselling psychologists who will offer supervision.
You will have an important role in promoting psychological thinking within the team and the wider system around the patient through consultation and collaboration with partner agencies. We will also look to support outreach within a wide range of community resources and organisations. As the service is new, it is likely that it will change in response to the needs that are identified within the community, so you will need to be flexible in your thinking and approach to patient care.
The London boroughs of Hounslow, Ealing and Hammersmith & Fulham are culturally highly diverse and there is a real commitment to meet the needs of the communities we serve. We do this by ensuring we remain curious about the cultures in which people live and by ensuring we use approaches that are sensitive to people’s origins and life experiences. We welcome team members from the communities we serve who can be very helpful in helping understand the cultural background of the people we see.
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Helen Stirk Job title: Consultant Clinical Psychologist Email address:
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1. Can you tell us about your educational background and any relevant qualifications that make you suitable for this role?
2. What motivated you to apply for the Clinical Associate Psychologist position within the Specialist Older People’s Mental Health Service?
3. Could you provide an example of a time you delivered individual or group therapy? What was the outcome?
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5. How do you approach therapy with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds? Can you give a specific example?
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To work as a Clinical Associate Psychologist in the UK, there are several skills and qualifications that are typically required. Here’s a breakdown of the key skills and qualifications:
Qualifications:
1. Educational Background: A foundation degree in psychology or related fields is often required. Many positions may also require a relevant postgraduate qualification in psychology or mental health.
2. Accreditation: Registration with professional bodies such as the British Psychological Society (BPS) may be required, depending on the role and employer.
3. Experience: Previous experience in a mental health or clinical setting is often essential. This can be gained through placements, volunteering, or work in related fields.
Key Skills:
1. Clinical Skills: Understanding psychological assessments, therapies, and interventions; ability to assess and evaluate mental health needs.
2. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to engage with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
3. Empathy and Compassion: Ability to build rapport and trust with clients; demonstrating empathy towards their experiences and challenges.
4. Problem-Solving: Ability to assess situations and develop appropriate interventions; flexibility in adapting approaches to meet individual client needs.
5. Teamwork: Collaborative skills to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and maintain accurate records of assessments and interventions.
7. Cultural Competence: Sensitivity to and understanding of diverse cultural backgrounds and the impact of these on mental health.
8. Research Skills: Familiarity with evidence-based practices and the ability to contribute to research or quality improvement initiatives.
9. Resilience: The ability to cope with the emotional demands of working in mental health settings.
Additional Training:
- Continuous professional development (CPD) to keep skills and knowledge updated in line with best practices and emerging psychological theories and interventions.
Employment Opportunities:
Clinical Associate Psychologists typically work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, community mental health teams, schools, and private practices. It's important to keep an eye on specific job postings and requirements, as they can vary.
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