Overview
This post is part of a team providing high quality, compassionate psychological care for patients living with and beyond cancer, especially for those coping with more complex issues relating to their diagnosis, medical and surgical treatment. The main responsibilities include:
Responsibilities
* Individual assessment (in-patients and out-patients) on care pathways for cancer.
* Tailored interventions (1:1 and group), helping prepare for complex treatments and decision-making, enhancing long term adjustment and coping with issues such as trauma, fatigue, depressive reactions, fears of recurrence, engagement with surveillance plans and appropriate self-care.
* Training and supervision of professional colleagues (1:1 and group) related to psychological aspects of cancer care.
* Working in partnership with former service users in a co-production model of service delivery.
The post holder(s) will work closely with other health care professionals and is part of a wider group of ASCR psychologists with day-to-day liaison as part of the role. North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) is linked to regional Doctoral Training Programmes and collaborates with local universities and trusts.
Main duties
* Provide specialist 1:1 and group-based interventions with adults living with and beyond cancer.
* Integrate workflow with Psychology colleagues and collaborate with case management within the team.
* Provide 1:1 clinical supervision of psychology to colleagues (e.g., assistant psychologist, trainee) and other health professionals.
* Maintain flexibility for cross-cover to support safety and continuity of services.
* Provide advice, consultation and training on psychological care (e.g., adjustment to illness, treatment decision-making, trauma) for other health care professionals.
* Maintain up-to-date records of clinical work, outcomes, audits, and other data in accordance with organizational and professional guidelines.
* Participate in service development and research projects with the team.
* Adhere to Trust and departmental policies and professional practices for psychologists at NBT.
* Liaise with other disciplines to promote effective interventions and best practice.
* Participate in training programmes within the Trust as required.
* Undertake job planning and performance review for professional development with the Line Manager.
Location and Organisation
The successful applicant will be part of North Bristol NHS Trust, which employs thousands of staff and provides healthcare across the region. The Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and underrepresented groups.
Essential Criteria
* Doctorate or equivalent as a clinical, counselling or health psychologist.
* Experience of working in clinical health psychology.
Desirable Criteria
* Experience of providing clinical supervision to other MDT members.
* Experience of working in cancer services.
Please note that some automated pre-employment checks may be undertaken for successful applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware of potential travel and interview-related expenses policies as applicable.
Please note: This description reflects the currentRole and responsibilities and does not indicate a fixed job specification. Any changes will be discussed with the post holder.
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