Job summary Base : Monarch House, Queensway Industrial Estate, Arkwright Way, Scunthorpe, DN16 1AL This post provides an opportunity to develop core psychological knowledge and skills across the acute adult pathway under the direct supervision of registered psychologists and clinical associate psychologists. The successful applicant will work as part of multi-disciplinary team in the Complex Emotional Needs pathway within a community mental health team You will be involved in providing psychological assessments, formulations and interventions for people with complex and challenging presentations including co-facilitating group interventions. You will also contribute to audit, service evaluation and research to help shape the continued development of services. Main duties of the job We want to recruit a psychology graduate who is interested and passionate about working with people who experience mental health difficulties and may present with challenging behaviours and high levels of distress. The successful applicant will be able to engage positively with clients and their families/carers demonstrating sensitivity and compassion. The post holder will utilise research skills for audit, literature reviews, service development and other research initiatives. To assist with group work contributing to running therapy groups and evaluating the outcome of sessions. To utilise agreed outcome measures/service user feedback to refine and develop service delivery in line with the clinical governance agenda. The post holder will receive weekly clinical supervision from a psychological professional. The post holder will perform delegated tasks within guidelines provided by the supervisor, receive regular supervision/additional supervision/guidance where required The post holder will provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity To maintain awareness of local resources and self-help materials and the means of their access. About us Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected. We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services. We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/ To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website: https://workwithrdash.co.uk/ We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more: https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q The main terms and conditions of service can be found here: https://ptracaccpublic.blob.core.windows.net/docs-employer/340/2515/Main_Terms_and_Conditions.pdf Date posted 04 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 376-NLTT-073 Job locations Monarch House Queensway Industrial Estate, Arkwright Way Scunthorpe DN16 1AL Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role. Person Specification Experience Essential B.Sc. (Hons) in Psychology 2:1 or above Experience of working with clients with mental health difficulties Knowledge of psychological theory/models applicable to mental health difficulties Desirable Post Qualification training Experience of conducting psychometric tests/psychological assessment Person Specification Experience Essential B.Sc. (Hons) in Psychology 2:1 or above Experience of working with clients with mental health difficulties Knowledge of psychological theory/models applicable to mental health difficulties Desirable Post Qualification training Experience of conducting psychometric tests/psychological assessment Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT Address Monarch House Queensway Industrial Estate, Arkwright Way Scunthorpe DN16 1AL Employer's website https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)