Assistant Psychologist

Antistatique; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist within the Intellectual Disabilities Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service in Dorset. The successful candidate will be pivotal in providing high-quality care to children facing mental health challenges. A degree in Psychology and experience with Intellectual Disabilities are key requirements, as well as being a compassionate and adaptable team player.

Qualifications

• Essential: 2.1 honours degree or higher in Psychology.
• Desirable: Experience working with children with Intellectual Disabilities.
• Access to a car is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and formulate care plans for children with intellectual disabilities.
• Engage with families, schools, and healthcare professionals.
• Assist in clinical audits under the supervision of Clinical Psychologists.

Skills

Compassion

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Education

2.1 honours degree in Psychology

Job description

Are you an enthusiastic, forward-thinking Assistant Psychologist who can adapt to changing priorities and deliver high-quality care?

The Intellectual Disabilities Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (ID CAMHS) in Dorset is staffed by a passionate and dedicated team and is looking for a like-minded Assistant Psychologist to join our team. The successful applicant will be based in both Dorchester and Southbourne, working across Dorset.

This is an excellent opportunity to practice within the challenging yet rewarding area of Intellectual Disability.

Our multi-disciplinary team in Dorchester consists of Clinical Psychologists, Learning Disability Nurses, Mental Health Nurses, Occupational Therapists, a Consultant Psychiatrist, a Speech & Language Therapist, Support Workers, and administrative staff.

It is essential that you have a 2.1 honours degree or higher in Psychology (or equivalent qualification). Previous experience working with children with Intellectual Disabilities is highly desirable, as well as experience working as an assistant.

You will need to have access to a car.

For Further Details / Informal Visits Contact

Ashley Mitchell, Team Lead

You will work with children with intellectual disabilities experiencing mental health difficulties and/or presenting with challenging behaviors, their families, schools, carers, and other healthcare professionals within a well-established community team in both East and West Dorset. Duties include assessments, formulations, care plans, behavior management consultation, database management, follow-ups, and assisting with clinical audits under supervision of two Clinical Psychologists.

Employment requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust covers. Applicants subscribed to the DBS update service can present a valid DBS certificate instead of a new check.

We value compassion, kindness, respect, dignity, quality of care, and a commitment to improving lives. We seek passionate, enthusiastic, lifelong learners with curiosity and problem-solving skills.

At Dorset HealthCare, we're committed to empowering people through outstanding healthcare services. We are a dynamic, forward-looking Trust rated 'outstanding' by CQC in 2019, serving a population of nearly 800,000 with a diverse range of services.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is dedicated to building an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and offers equal opportunities. We encourage everyone to be authentic and to develop into the best version of themselves.

Join us to challenge yourself, build a career, and contribute to our vision of continuous improvement through excellence, compassion, and expertise. Please read the attached job description and person specification for main duties and responsibilities. Ensure your supporting statement reflects these criteria by illustrating how your skills and experience relate to this role.

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Applications requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are unfortunately ineligible.