Assistant Psychologist inLiverpool inLiverpool PUBLISHED MON 25 NOV 2024

Band 4: £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum FIXEDTERM GOOD SALARY

DEMENTIA MENTAL HEALTH NHS

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust r4GclzDY

Gain valuable clinical experience working with diverse populations in a supportive environment.

Opportunity to collaborate with experienced psychologists and contribute to meaningful mental health initiatives.

Flexibility in working hours to accommodate personal commitments, making it ideal for work-life balance.

Exposure to a broad range of psychological theories and models through direct assessment and intervention.

Involvement in research and service evaluation, enhancing professional development and understanding of clinical practices.

Participate in teaching and training sessions, improving communication skills and knowledge dissemination.

Be part of a purpose-built mental health and wellbeing hub, allowing for a focused impact on community health issues.

The role of Assistant Psychologist at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a six-month, full-time position, potentially shared among candidates. Funded by NHS England, this opportunity allows aspiring clinical psychologists to gain hands-on clinical experience at The People's Place, a mental health hub run by Everton in the Community. Responsibilities include conducting supervised psychological assessments and interventions for adult service users, developing materials, supporting psychoeducational training, and contributing to service evaluations and audits. The position requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as candidates will engage with individuals in distress, manage challenging behaviors, and apply psychological theories to develop tailored treatment solutions. Flexible working hours are offered to accommodate personal responsibilities.

This is an exciting opportunity funded by the NHS England programme for paid opportunities for aspiring clinical psychologists to gain clinical experience. We have funding for one full-time post for six months and would welcome sharing this between two or more candidates.

Everton in the Community is one of the UK's top sporting charities, offering more than 60 programmes covering a range of social issues including health, employability, anti-social behaviour, crime, education, dementia, poverty, youth engagement, youth justice and disability.

In 2023, a purpose-built mental health and wellbeing hub, The People's Place was established as part of the charity's work. Since then, for nine months of the year, two trainee clinical psychologists from Lancaster University have been based there. Their work has involved working with individual service users, running groups, developing materials and bringing a psychological perspective to the broader work of the organisation.

The psychologist funded by this programme will work alongside the trainees, helping to run groups, to support other programmes by bringing a psychological perspective and to develop materials for patients, and contributing to service evaluation and audit.

Flexible working hours will be offered to accommodate caring responsibilities and, because the People's Place is on one site, access to a car is not required.

Undertakes clinically supervised psychological assessment and intervention for adult service users at the People's Place, involving their families, carers, staff and volunteers as appropriate.

Under supervision, plans, organises and delivers teaching and training on a variety of psychoeducational topics.

Undertakes relevant research and audit under supervision of more experienced psychologists

About us
Under supervision, conducts direct clinical assessment and intervention. Applying a range of psychological theories and models to analyse, understand and interpret complex situations and behaviours in order to formulate solutions and treatment which is tailored to individuals needs. This requires the capacity to engage in intense concentration for prolonged periods of time. The post holder works under the supervision of a more experienced psychologist at all times and engages in weekly supervision (in accordance with good practice guidelines). They remain responsible for following local policies and procedures. Under supervision, demonstrates effective communication of complex and sensitive information. This involves working alone with patients who may be in an emotional or distressed state and could present with physically and verbally challenging behaviour (and assessing and managing patients with sensory and/or cognitive impairment). This requires a high level of interpersonal and communication skills. Under supervision, provides psychoeducation on relevant aspects of physical health to staff, volunteers, service users and carers at the Peoples Place. Under supervision, takes responsibility for managing own time.

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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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