Step Together is a trailblazing service that offers a psychological, adversity and trauma (PAT) informed approach to those rough sleeping/at risk of homelessness with multiple, complex needs (mental health, forensic history, substance use). We advocate for system change, creatively thinking with other agencies to develop innovative ways to overcome barriers to engagement, turning these into opportunities to steer positive trauma-informed system change.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 7 psychologist to work alongside the senior psychologist in the team. The successful applicant will have an interest in relationally oriented approaches, interpersonal dynamics and understanding the impact of adversity/trauma. Skills in trauma-informed formulation, an ability to inspire learning in others and support the wellbeing of staff through reflective contexts are essential. There will be investment in your professional development through training and robust supervision and you will become part of the existing PAT Team with other psychologists, developing and delivering training and leading system change across Second Step and beyond. If you have the drive, adaptability, and open-mindedness to hold the hope and compassion for clients that other services have struggled to effectively work alongside, believing that recovery and growth are always possible, then we welcome hearing from you.
Develop PAT informed assessment and formulation and pre-therapy interventions with people using services to reflect on individual and system barriers that may be influencing peoples progression into independent accommodation and access to community resources and wider services Offer tailored psychological interventions with individuals to meet needs as indicated from a formulation, drawing upon integrated approaches (Relational psychodynamic, Trauma-Informed, Systemic, CBT) Ensure that psychological interventions remain inclusive and accessible to people with multiple disadvantage and complex needs (including experiences of homelessness, substance misuse and contact with the criminal justice system) adapting style of approach to facilitate engagement Evaluate therapeutic interventions as appropriate to improve service delivery. Be involved in evaluation of the therapy service and other projects as required.