Assistant Psychologist

ESSEX PARTNERSHIP UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service provider in Colchester is seeking an Assistant Psychologist to perform psychological assessments and engage in service development. This role involves both remote and in-person assessments, with opportunities for professional growth and continued development. Candidates should be prepared for travel across Essex for assessments and meetings.

Benefits

Generous leave (27 days rising to 33 days with service)

Pension

Staff discounts

Relocation assistance

Travel loans

Qualifications

• Psychological assessment, triage, and screening of referrals under supervision.
• Engagement in audit, service evaluation, and research.
• Undertake teaching and project work.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessment under supervision.
• Participate in service development as needs evolve.
• Travel to other bases for meetings and assessments.

Skills

Psychological assessment

Triage and screening

Engagement in audit and service evaluation

Teaching and project work

Job description

Overview

A really exciting opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist in our North East Essex Autism Service. This service links with our NE/West Adult ADHD service and we are planning to develop a neurodevelopmental service in the future. The assistant psychologist will provide psychological assessment, triage and screening of referrals, and clinically related administration under supervision. Assessments take place remotely and in person at a base in Colchester. The role may involve travel to other bases across Essex for meetings and/or assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessment, triage and screening of referrals under supervision.
• Engage in audit, service evaluation and/or research.
• Undertake teaching and project work under appropriate supervision.
• Participate in service development or changes as needs/priorities evolve.
• Travel to other bases across Essex for meetings and/or assessments as required.
• Develop a psychologically based framework of understanding and care for clients of the service.
• Maintain high standards of professional practice through a programme of continued professional development agreed with the line manager.
• Receive weekly supervision in accordance with BPS guidelines and Trust policy.
• Adhere to the professional codes of practice of the Health Professions Council, British Psychological Society and Trust policies for report writing and clinical record keeping.
• Undergo regular performance appraisal and review with the line manager.

Requirements and Professional Development

• Undertake continued professional development in line with BPS recommendations to develop skills and competencies relevant to current duties.
• Maintain the highest standards of professional practice through an identified programme of continued professional development agreed with the line manager.
• Receive weekly supervision and participate in ongoing CPD as part of role expectations.
• Adhere to local policies and procedures, with regard to report writing and clinical record keeping.

Working for Us

• Valuing you: supportive environment with supervision and development opportunities.
• Inclusive community with engagement events and equality networks.
• Mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling access.
• Recognition awards for staff contributions.
• DBS check costs payable by the new employee, deducted from the first salary.

Equality, Diversity and Safeguarding

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from people with experience of using mental health services. We hold the Disability Two Tick symbol and commit to employing more people with learning disabilities. If you require the application form in another format, please contact the Recruitment Department.

Additional Information

• Our Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults; robust safer recruitment processes apply.
• Pre-employment checks include COVID-19 vaccination requirements where applicable.
• We operate with a commitment to diversity and innovation, including recognition as a Veteran Aware Trust and other awards.
• We offer generous leave (27 days rising to 33 days with service), pension, staff discounts, relocation assistance and travel loans.

Note: The advert may close early if a high number of applications are received.