Assistant Psychologist — Rough Sleepers Mental Health Team

Essex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Rochford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Rochford is seeking an Assistant Psychologist for the Rough Sleeping Mental Health Service. The role focuses on supporting vulnerable individuals in Southend, providing psychological support and assisting with service evaluations. The ideal candidate will be a psychology graduate eager to develop their skills in a dynamic and holistic environment. This opportunity includes supervision from experienced professionals and paths toward further clinical training.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Excellent pension up to 14.5%

Staff discounts and benefits

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Must be a psychology graduate aiming for a career in clinical or counselling psychology.
• Desire to develop clinical and research skills.
• Willingness to work flexibly across various health and charitable settings.

Responsibilities

• Involved in mapping provisions of rough sleeping support.
• Engage with local charitable organizations to summarize their support.
• Monitor service outcomes and contribute to service evaluations.

Skills

Psychological theory and practice

Clinical risk assessment

Communication skills

Education

Psychology graduate

Job description

A prominent healthcare provider in Rochford is seeking an Assistant Psychologist for the Rough Sleeping Mental Health Service. The role focuses on supporting vulnerable individuals in Southend, providing psychological support and assisting with service evaluations. The ideal candidate will be a psychology graduate eager to develop their skills in a dynamic and holistic environment. This opportunity includes supervision from experienced professionals and paths toward further clinical training.