Assistant Psychologist

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Assistant Psychology role to support Complex Emotional Needs and the Primary Care Network at 0.7 FTE, with additional support to the Principal Psychologist within the Specialist Community Forensic Service. You will work within a multidisciplinary team delivering individual and group psychological interventions.

You will receive regular clinical supervision, comply with HCPC, BPS and DCP standards, contribute to staff

Job description

• To provide Assistant Psychology support to the Complex Emotional Needs and Primary care Network (0.7) and also provide support (0.3) to the Principle Psychologist within the Specialist community Forensic Service.

Main duties of the job Clinical Assist multidisciplinary colleagues in delivering individual and group therapeutic interventions. Support the formulation and delivery of care plans addressing service users' psychological needs. Attend and contribute to multidisciplinary and other relevant clinical meetings. Communicate sensitively and professionally with service users, families, carers, professionals and partner agencies. Teaching, Training and Supervision Receive regular clinical supervision in line with professional practice guidance. Comply with relevant HCPC, BPS and DCP standards, codes and professional guidance. Maintain high professional standards through agreed internal and external continuing professional development. Develop the skills and competencies required for the role. Contribute to the training and support of staff providing psychological care. Management, Recruitment, Policy and Service Development Support the design and implementation of service-development projects and contribute to associated planning meetings. Participate in Primary Care Integrated Mental Health Hub business and professional meetings, and Psychological Professions meetings. Research and Service Evaluation Support audit, research and service-evaluation projects, including data collection, analysis and report writing using appropriate IT and statistical tools. Review evidence-based literature to support qualified clinical psychologists and the wider team in evidence-based practice.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected. We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services. We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues. We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/ To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/about-us/getting-involved/work-with-us/ We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more