Assistant Psychologist - Mental Health Wards

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Aylesbury is seeking committed individuals for the role of Assistant Psychologists. You will assist in delivering psychological interventions and group work under supervision. This part-time role is ideal for Psychology graduates with experience in mental health settings. Excellent opportunities for career progression and various benefits are offered.

Benefits

Excellent opportunities for career progression

27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

NHS Discount

Competitive pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate in Psychology with relevant experience.
• Previous experience in mental health settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans.
• Deliver group work as part of the wards' therapeutic programme.
• Encourage skill development in the multidisciplinary team.
• Curate psychological resources.
• Contribute to multi-disciplinary meetings.

Skills

Experience working with individuals with disabilities

Group work facilitation

Psychological intervention delivery

Education

Graduate in Psychology

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about working alongside individuals experiencing acute mental health difficulties? Are you looking to develop your skillsets further in a supportive setting?

We are seeking three committed and motivated individuals to join as Assistant Psychologists across the adult wards in Buckinghamshire. These roles are offered on an 18 month fixed term contract on a part-time basis of 30 hours per week.

We have two acute mental health wards (female and male) and one mental health rehabilitation ward (mixed). Previous applicants have gained places on doctorate training or gone on to other assistant psychologist roles across the trust.

Under the supervision of qualified psychological practitioners, you will have the opportunity to deliver a range of psychological interventions both on an individual basis as well as within groups.

This role is ideally suited to a graduate in Psychology, who has experience working with people with disabilities or within mental health.

Key Responsibilities

• To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving psychological intervention, under the supervision of the qualified Practitioner Psychologist / Clinical Psychologist.
• Deliver group work as part of the wards therapeutic programme.
• Encourage the development of the psychological skill set of the multidisciplinary team through contribution to training / teaching / supervision / consultation and reflective practice.
• Curation of appropriate psychological resources.
• Attendance and contribution to appropriate multi- disciplinary meetings.

Please refer to the JD attached for a full, detailed description of the main responsibilities.

About Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”

Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”

Benefits

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Nargis Islam, Job title: Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Email: [e-mail], Telephone: [phone]

At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust we want to employ people not just with experience, but with the aptitude and motivation to succeed and whose values resonate with our own.

Therefore, if you don’t meet all the requirements of the role and are unsure about applying but are excited about the opportunity, please do get in touch. We will be happy to discuss the requirements in more detail ahead of making a written application.