About this role
Job summary
Are you a Psychology graduate seeking to develop your clinical experience in mental health?
We are seeking a full time Assistant Psychologist to join our CAMHS team based in Swindon. This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to get a broad experience of working in a CAMHS service prior to pursuing a career in clinical psychology.
The post will include working with our generic CAMHS team and also some dedicated time within The Eating Disorder Service and our Neurodevelopmental Clinic. Supervision will be provided by a qualified clinical psychologist.
At times, there will be a need to travel to different sites across BSW, including schools and patients' homes.
The role will include supporting the team by gathering and collating information relating to the assessment process by speaking with parents, schools and other professionals and will include the opportunity to be involved in service audits. Under supervision there will be an opportunity to be directly involved in assessments with children and young people and family members. There will also be an opportunity to undertake direct psychological interventions, again, under clinical supervision.
There are strong professional links in BSW CAMHS and psychology meet regularly to consider training, continuing development, specialist interest and service developments. We support APs to apply for Clinical Doctorate Training and have a proven track record of success in this area.
Main duties of the job
Assist in the formulation and delivery of psychological interventions under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist. Support clinicians in delivering trauma-informed care and interventions within the multidisciplinary team. Contribute to service evaluation through audit, data collection, and research to inform ongoing development of the pathway. Assist with psychological assessments and group interventions for young people and their families. Work alongside multi-agency professionals, supporting consultation processes to improve the understanding and care of young people with complex trauma. Support clinical administration and contribute to training and service development initiatives.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
Excellent opportunities for career progressionAccess to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceNHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailersCompetitive pension schemeLease car schemeCycle to work schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeMental Health First AidersStaff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description Job responsibilities
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.
The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.
Person Specification
Essential and Desirable Criteria Essential
An upper second-class honours degree or higher in Psychology Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis
Essential and Desirable Criteria Essential
Experience of working with people who have mental health problems and/or other disabilities Experience using computers for databases or data analysis, especially Excel and SPSS for Windows
Desirable
High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities
Essential and Desirable Criteria Essential
Ability to work independently under supervision and manage competing demands effectively. A keen interest in developing trauma-informed approaches and contributing to service development. Experience of working with children
Desirable
Previous experience working in a CAMHS setting or within a trauma-informed service Experience using psychological measures and research tools (e.g., SPSS, qualitative analysis software).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address Swindon Community CAMHS
Okus Road
Swindon
SN4 4JS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)