Assistant Psychologist

NHS Jobs; Edgware; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Jobs in Edgware is seeking a Psychological Care Assistant to support the formulation and delivery of care plans under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist. You will assist in coordinating psychological intervention groups, exchange complex information with service users, families and staff with sensitivity and empathy, and contribute to trauma-informed care.

This role requires participation in clinical and team meetings and the ability to initiate referrals to other health

Job description

To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans, including psychologically informed interventions, under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist To assist in the coordination and running of psychological intervention groups. To be able to exchange complex information with service users, families, carers, staff and members of the public using sensitivity and empathy and ensuring collaborative working. To assist in the development of a psychologically informed thinking to the benefit of staff, clients and their families and carers. To attend and contribute to clinical and team meetings. To be able to initiate referrals to other health professionals in specialist services and agencies. To ensure practice is supported by research and evidence-based practice. To work according to the principles of Trauma Informed Care/Intervention. This is not an exhaustive list, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information on the role requirements and duties.

£33,262 - £36,027 Per annum inclusive of Outer London HCAS

£63,665 - £70,887 Pro rata inclusive of HCAS