Clinical Associate Psychologist

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust in Sutton-in-Ashfield is seeking a Clinical Associate Psychologist to provide psychological services alongside qualified psychologists. The role includes assessments and treatments in various settings, requiring a full UK driving license. Candidates should have a relevant degree in psychology and a commitment to mental health work. This full-time position offers a Band 6 salary and the opportunity to work within a diverse community team.

Benefits

Employee-led networks

Health and Wellbeing support

In-house occupational health services

Qualifications

• Competent in delivering psychological interventions.
• Ability to conduct assessments and provide treatment.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Undertake clinical activities including assessments and treatments.
• Provide staff training and support for mental health work.
• Work with diverse groups and agencies in the community.

Skills

Psychological assessments

Evidence-based psychological interventions

Communication skills

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Education

Relevant degree in psychology

Job description

Overview

Clinical Associate Psychologists will work alongside qualified Clinical Psychologists as part of the psychological services contribution to the Ashfield multidisciplinary community teams. This post enhances the current workforce provision serving the local mental health needs. The CAP will provide a flexible community offer and will be competent in planning, delivering and evaluating evidence-based psychological interventions. The post holder will work semi-autonomously within their scope of practice under supervision of, and review by, a registered practitioner psychologist in accordance with British Psychological Society guidelines. The post holder will be part of a multidisciplinary service team providing psychology services for adults and will be based at the Ashfield LMHT. The Trust reserves the right, with consultation, to relocate post holders within the Trust in line with service requirements.

The post holder will undertake a range of clinical activities across settings including in person, by telephone or via digital platforms. Activities include psychological assessments, treatments and other clinical interventions with individuals, carers, families and groups, along with staff training and research and development activities. Liaison with a broad range of other disciplines and agencies including health, social care and voluntary services will be a key aspect of this post. A full UK driving license and vehicle for business use is required; reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

We particularly welcome applications from individuals committed to working in the local region, from diverse backgrounds, and from people who bring lived experience relevant to mental health work.

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 colleagues delivering mental health, community health, forensic and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, including community locations, acute settings and secure environments. We host national and regional services such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health. We offer employee-led networks (EDI, Green Champions, Freedom to Speak Up, Health and Wellbeing, Menopause, etc.) to support a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity. Our in‑house occupational health and staff counselling services underpin the health and wellbeing of our colleagues, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team. The Trust is committed to reducing carbon emissions, with an Energy and Environmental team improving environmental performance and pursuing net-zero.

AMH Acute & Community — Full time (37.5 hours) — Band 6.