About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two Band 5 Higher Assistant Psychologists to join the Durham and Darlington Crisis Service. One of the posts will be based with the Durham Crisis Team at Lanchester Road hospital and the other with the Darlington Crisis Team at West Park Hospital. The role requires someone who is experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated.
These are permanent posts working Monday to Friday 08:00-16:00, requests for condensed hours across 4 days will be considered.
The successful candidates will have a degree in Psychology and must possess excellent communication skills. Previous experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist and delivering psychological interventions to people experiencing mental health difficulties is essential.
The nature of the role means that driving is essential. However, the successful applicant may be required to work across the Durham and Darlington Crisis Service depending on the service need.
For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Nina Tye, Psychological Professions Lead for DTV Crisis and Liaison Services via email [email protected].
Main duties of the job
The successful applicants will join a very welcoming MDT in the provision of compassionate, trauma informed care to individuals in need of Crisis Home-Based treatment (as an alternative to hospital admission). The post offers applicants an opportunity for direct and indirect psychological work. The post holder shall work under the supervision of an experienced Applied Psychologist in supporting the co-creation of MDT formulations and further assessment where needed to inform care planning. The successful candidate will support the implementation of reasonable adjustments for neurodivergent service users (e.g. those with ADHD and/or who are autistic). Delivery of brief psychologically informed interventions and further development of safety plans are a key part of the role. There may also be opportunities for audit and service evaluation as well as protected time for professional development. Delivery of training across the service will also be a key part of the role.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification which outlines the main duties and responsibilities of the role.
Psychologists & Psychological Therapists provide key leadership roles within the Trust. To support this, we have developed leadership profiles for each psychology band and the profile card associated with this post is attached on NHS Jobs. You can find more information about the NHS Leadership Academys Healthcare Leadership Model and the profiles at their website. We encourage you to look at these resources as they will play a part in the interview process.
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Degree in psychology Eligible for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice, youth work, work with offenders and/or research design and analysis
Experience Essential
Experience working as an Assistant Psychologist or equivalent. Previous involvement in clinical audit, research or service evaluation. Experience using statistical software packages e.g. SPSS Experience of using psychometric assessments. Experience working with people using services in psychological, mental health and/or social care settings. This may include, for example, personal experience or supporting a family member to access services. Experience of communicating sensitive information Experience in discussing and responding to issues related to cultural diversity, intersectionality and inclusivity, including working with vulnerable groups (e.g. those for whom English is not their first language).
Desirable
Experience working in a multidisciplinary team Experience of increasing access to psychological services/healthcare for minoritized communities.
Knowledge Essential
An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental ill health or learning disabilities An understanding of the application of psychology to health care. Understanding of confidentiality. Knowledge of the British Psychological Society Code of Conduct. An ability to apply psychological knowledge to the population described in the job advert Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures Awareness of systemic barriers to accessing psychological services/healthcare for minoritized communities.
Skills Essential
Ability to relate therapeutically to the needs of clients and in a way that addresses psychological resistance. Ability to work collaboratively with members of the MDT to provide an effective service. Utilise psychometric tests competently Statistical analysis Record keeping. Plan and organise effectively to meet required timescales.
Desirable
Ability to provide group interventions. Experience of delivering training to staff groups
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).
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Employer details Employer name Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address West Park Hospital & Lanchester Road Hospital
Durham
DL2 2TS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)