Job summary
An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Psychologist to work on Harbour Ward at St. Ann's Hospital.
Your role with involve working closely with clinical psychologists, psychology practitioners, and multi-disciplinary teams, to support the provision of a high quality and inclusive psychology offer to the patients on Harbour Ward.
Main duties of the job
The role will involve contributing to the provision of psychological interventions (1:1 and group-based) to patients on the ward, under the supervision of a Clinical Psychologist(s). The post will require someone with a willingness to work alongside colleagues from other professions that form the MDT, whilst representing psychology as a unique contribution to the service. With a positive attitude towards supervision and reflection, you will be well-supported to contribute meaningfully to the patients our service is designed to serve. The role will also involve supporting the core team on Harbour to reflect on practice and to help with psychological formulations.
You will also support in undertaking audits and service development activities under the guidance of a clinical psychologist and team leads. You will be required to undertake CPD and attend personal clinical supervision.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people. We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities. Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
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Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
1. An Upper Second or First class undergraduate degree in a BPS accredited course and MSc in psychology, research and audit skills
2. Evidence of ongoing professional development
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
3. Experience of working with adults suffering from SMI
4. Experience of working with adult population under CMHT
5. Experience/knowledge of the use of psychometric tools to assist in assessment
6. Psychological core assessment skills
7. Evidence of team working and the ability to work autonomously
Desirable
8. Experience of coordinating the collection of information
Skills and Abilities
Essential
9. A high level of interpersonal skills, self-awareness, sensitivity, tact and empathy in all communications
10. Highly developed communication skills and ability to work with adults & their families / carers during times of stress and uncertainty
Additional Requirements
Essential
11. Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust
12. Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively