Assistant Psychologist - CAMHS & Neurodevelopmental Pathways

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Assistant Psychologist to join the NDAC CAMHS team. The role involves supporting neurodevelopmental assessment pathways, managing ADHD/Autism waiting lists, and liaising with young people, families, schools and professionals.

You will work under supervision of Clinical Psychologists, contributing to assessments, case management, clinical documentation and service development, with ample scope for professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduates in Psychology or a closely related field.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Interest in CAMHS and neurodevelopmental services.

Responsibilities

• Support ADHD and autism waiting list management and the assessment pathway.
• Assist with initial referrals, information gathering, and monitoring progression.
• Contribute to psychological and psychometric assessments, case management and documentation.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Proactivity

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Assistant Psychologist to join the NDAC CAMHS team. The role involves supporting neurodevelopmental assessment pathways, managing ADHD/Autism waiting lists, and liaising with young people, families, schools and professionals.

You will work under supervision of Clinical Psychologists, contributing to assessments, case management, clinical documentation and service development, with ample scope for professional development.