This Assistant Psychologist post sits within Cygnet Fountains, an inpatient rehabilitation service for men with severe and enduring mental illness, some detained under the Mental Health Act. The post supports the Qualified Psychologist with assessments, clinical formulation, care plans, group and individual programmes, and audit and research. It is full-time, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, and works as part of an interdisciplinary team. Entry needs a BPS-accredited psychology degree at 2:1 or above, and an enhanced DBS check is required.
What the job involves
- Contribute to assessments, scoring and reporting, both verbal and written
- Support clinical formulation and implement psychological treatment care plans
- Plan, deliver and evaluate individual and group programmes
- Carry out administration, audit, research and service development
What’s required
Qualifications
- Degree in Psychology at 2:1 or above, or equivalent
- British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited
Skills & knowledge
- Passion for learning
- Works as part of an interdisciplinary team
Checks & eligibility
Nice to have
- Masters degree in Psychology or higher
- Experience in health care
- Previous Assistant Psychologist experience
- Inpatient mental health experience
- Experience supporting people with psychosis, complex trauma or neurodevelopmental needs
What’s offered
- Company pension scheme
- Employee assistance programme and discount centre, including NHS card discounts
- Free meals
- Internal and external CPD opportunities
- Opportunities to take part in research
- Clinical supervision and peer support
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