Data Analyst Assistant Psychologist

West London NHS Trust; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in mental health is seeking an experienced Assistant Psychologist to improve services in the West London area. This role focuses on data analysis and supporting care delivery, requiring postgraduate competencies and experience. Responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, providing psychological treatments, and monitoring client progress. Applicants are encouraged to apply quickly, as the vacancy may close early due to high interest.

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health services and therapeutic interventions.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and develop low-intensity psychological treatments.
• Competence in adhering to activity contracts and managing sessions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct protocol-based assessments of risk.
• Deliver evidence-based psychological treatments.
• Monitor treatment progress and report back to stakeholders.

Skills

Data analysis

Research background

Auditing

Improvement methodologies

Patient-centered interviews

Education

Postgraduate competencies

Job description

Applications are invited for an exciting opportunity for an experienced assistant psychologist with a background in research, audit, or improvement to work with the Ealing Mental Health Integrated Network Teams (MINT). The role aims to increase, improve, and support mental health services within the West London area, specifically in community mental health (MINT) teams across Ealing.

This position involves leading data analysis and continuous improvement efforts, alongside supporting the delivery of care for clients awaiting therapeutic intervention. The role requires postgraduate competencies and experience in these areas. The expected ratio of analyst to clinical work is approximately 70:30. An induction will be provided before starting, covering essential skills for the role.

Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly, as the vacancy will close once sufficient applications are received. Due to high interest, only the first twelve lines of the "Supporting Information" section will be considered during initial screening, and it should align with the person specification.

Main Responsibilities

Clinical

• Provide protocol-based assessments of risk to self and others, responding to client needs while promoting choice, control, and empowerment.
• Conduct patient-centered interviews to identify areas for change and appropriate low-intensity interventions.
• Deliver high-volume, low-intensity psychological treatments based on evidence-based practices, including guided self-help and psychoeducational groups.
• Adhere to activity contracts to manage client contacts and clinical sessions, minimizing waiting times and ensuring accessible treatment.
• Monitor treatment progress and provide feedback to clients, GPs, and referrers.

West London NHS Trust is a diverse healthcare provider offering mental health and physical healthcare services. The Trust manages Broadmoor Hospital, one of the UK's high secure hospitals, and provides services across multiple London boroughs, employing over 5,000 staff, with a significant BME workforce. The Trust is rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission, with forensic services rated 'Outstanding'.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Julia Renton
Job title: Clinical Director
Email: [e-mail]