Job summary We are looking to recruit a band 4 Assistant Psychologist to work in the Under 18's Eating Disorder Team. This post is a fixed term contract for two years. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, motivated, committed to personal and professional development and able to engage with young people with complex mental health difficulties and their families. They will be working as part of a friendly and dynamic multi-disciplinary team under direct supervision from an experienced Clinical Psychologist. Main duties of the job The remit of the team is to work with young people presenting with complex mental health difficulties and associated levels of risk. We take a systemic and recovery-oriented approach to understanding and working youth mental health, incorporating therapeutic approaches such as CBT, ACT and DBT. This role will involve providing low intensity, structured interventions; developing and coordinating therapeutic resources within the team; supporting care coordinator's in their therapeutic work with clients; co-facilitating workshops and groups; carrying out clinical evaluation and audit; and supporting with clinical research. Experience working with young people or families within mental health would be beneficial. About us Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive. Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about. Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year gross per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 2 years Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 246-CFYPS6714235 Job locations Resource Centre Walker Close Ipswich IP3 8LY Job description Job responsibilities This post is community based and may involve independent travel to often rural locations. The post holder will therefore need a driving license and access to a reliable vehicle. As described above, delivering brief interventions such as 'living with emotions', 'sleep' and 'anxiety management'. Completing 5P formulation work with Nursing staff. Completing all clinical paperwork in a timely manner. Detailed job description and main responsibilities see first section and job description. This role will include regular supervision from an experienced psychologist. Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY Some of the benefits you can expect: NHS pension a comprehensive in house & external training programmes career progression starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays) staff physio service NHS discounts and many more. Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page NSFTjobs Job description Job responsibilities This post is community based and may involve independent travel to often rural locations. The post holder will therefore need a driving license and access to a reliable vehicle. As described above, delivering brief interventions such as 'living with emotions', 'sleep' and 'anxiety management'. Completing 5P formulation work with Nursing staff. Completing all clinical paperwork in a timely manner. Detailed job description and main responsibilities see first section and job description. This role will include regular supervision from an experienced psychologist. Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY Some of the benefits you can expect: NHS pension a comprehensive in house & external training programmes career progression starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays) staff physio service NHS discounts and many more. Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page NSFTjobs Person Specification Qualifications Essential A BPS accredited degree in Psychology Experience Essential Experience of quantitative research Desirable Experience of research in the NHS Skills Essential Skills using microcomputers for databases or data analysis, especially SPSS for Windows Desirable ability to communicate sensitive information to patients and colleagues. Knowledge Essential Knowledge of mental health/eating disorders High standard of report writing An understanding of psychology applied to health care Desirable An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities An ability to apply existing knowledge to a mental health context Other Essential An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines An ability to interact with clients with mental health problems Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively Ability to travel independently Person Specification Qualifications Essential A BPS accredited degree in Psychology Experience Essential Experience of quantitative research Desirable Experience of research in the NHS Skills Essential Skills using microcomputers for databases or data analysis, especially SPSS for Windows Desirable ability to communicate sensitive information to patients and colleagues. Knowledge Essential Knowledge of mental health/eating disorders High standard of report writing An understanding of psychology applied to health care Desirable An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities An ability to apply existing knowledge to a mental health context Other Essential An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines An ability to interact with clients with mental health problems Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively Ability to travel independently 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 Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust Address Resource Centre Walker Close Ipswich IP3 8LY Employer's website https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)