Band 4 Assistant Psychologist - Home treatment in Birmingham inBirmingham PUBLISHED THU 20 MAR 2025 Jump to job information section
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Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust rFZ0GqxA2o8nePKX
Job description
Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health Foundation Trust
ACUTE AND URGENT CARE SERVICES - Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHTT).
Assistant Psychologist, Band 4, full time, 6 month fixed term contract
Job Overview
Do you enjoy working with clients presenting in acute crisis using the least restrictive practice?
Do you enjoy responding to need as it arises and making psychological intervention accessible? Rather than being burdened by waiting lists.
Do you enjoy working as part of a MDT?
Would you like a job that offers flexible working?
Would you like to be part a service that offers opportunity for innovation and development?
If so, we invite your application for the role of Assistant Psychologist in the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHTT).
You would be part of the wider Acute Psychology Service. Psychologists are strongly placed to lead on service development and delivery across all elements of the care pathway. We have an established track record in service innovation and support a diverse range of clinical and academic interests with strong links to university programmes. There is an internal CPD programme that you would also have access to.
Main duties of the job
The CRHTTs offer crisis assessment, crisis intervention and brief therapeutic interventions to service users experiencing a significant crisis in their mental health and psychological well being. The CRHTT teams receive a wide breadth of referrals which provides opportunities to work with and a variety of presentations using different therapeutic approaches.
The role of the assistant Psychologist in the CRHTTs includes:
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Chloe Ward Job title: Senior Psychologist Email address: Telephone number:
ACUTE AND URGENT CARE SERVICES - Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHTT).
Assistant Psychologist, Band 4, full time, 6 month fixed term contract
Job Overview
Do you enjoy working with clients presenting in acute crisis using the least restrictive practice?
Do you enjoy responding to need as it arises and making psychological intervention accessible? Rather than being burdened by waiting lists.
Do you enjoy working as part of a MDT?
Would you like a job that offers flexible working?
Would you like to be part a service that offers opportunity for innovation and development?
If so, we invite your application for the role of Assistant Psychologist in the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHTT).
You would be part of the wider Acute Psychology Service. Psychologists are strongly placed to lead on service development and delivery across all elements of the care pathway. We have an established track record in service innovation and support a diverse range of clinical and academic interests with strong links to university programmes. There is an internal CPD programme that you would also have access to.
Main duties of the job
The CRHTTs offer crisis assessment, crisis intervention and brief therapeutic interventions to service users experiencing a significant crisis in their mental health and psychological well being. The CRHTT teams receive a wide breadth of referrals which provides opportunities to work with and a variety of presentations using different therapeutic approaches.
The role of the assistant Psychologist in the CRHTTs includes:
- providing and encouraging the use of psychological formulations to inform overall care planning
- offering brief psychological interventions to service users
- developing the psychological skill set of the multidisciplinary team through provision of training / teaching /consultation
- liaising with other teams / services to support discharge plans / onward referrals.
- Service development and evaluation / audit
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Chloe Ward Job title: Senior Psychologist Email address: Telephone number:
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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To work as a Band 4 Assistant Psychologist in the UK, you'll typically need a combination of educational qualifications, relevant experience, and specific skills. Here’s a list of key skills and attributes that are generally required or advantageous for this role:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Degree in Psychology: A minimum of an Undergraduate degree in Psychology is often necessary. Ideally, it should be accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) to ensure eligibility for further training.
Relevant Experience:
2. Experience in a Clinical Setting: Experience working in a healthcare or clinical environment is highly valuable. This could include placements, volunteering, or paid positions that involve direct contact with clients or patients.
3. Research Experience: Conducting or assisting with research projects, particularly in psychology or a related field, can be advantageous and is often beneficial for your CV.
Core Skills:
4. Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication skills are vital for interacting effectively with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
5. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to empathize with clients and understand their experiences is important in a support role.
6. Observation Skills: Being attentive to details during assessments and when observing client interactions is crucial for accurate reporting.
7. Analytical Skills: The ability to analyze data and research findings to inform practice, as well as to assist in psychological assessments.
8. Organizational Skills: Managing time effectively and being organized is important, especially if the role involves handling multiple tasks or cases simultaneously.
9. IT Skills: Proficiency with standard office software (such as MS Office) and familiarity with psychological assessment tools or databases may be needed.
Additional Skills:
10. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, as assistant psychologists often support qualified psychologists in delivery of services.
11. Adaptability: Flexibility to work in varying situations and with clients from diverse backgrounds with different needs.
12. Professionalism: Understanding of and adherence to ethical guidelines and professional standards in psychology.
Other Considerations:
- Commitment to Professional Development: A willingness to engage in continuous professional development and training.
- Understanding of Psychological Theories and Practices: Familiarity with various psychological concepts, theories, and approaches.
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