Job summary
We are delighted to be recruiting to two full-time Apprentice Clinical Associate in psychology (CAP) roles within Community Child & Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS) in Bath and North East Somerset, Wiltshire and Swindon (BSW). One post will be based in Marlborough Community CAMHS, the other Melksham Community CAMHS.
The CAP Apprenticeship is an 18-month full-time training divided between work-based clinical experience and University post-graduate study. Successful completion of this apprenticeship leads to the award of anMSc Clinical Associate in Psychology and eligibility for employment as a qualified CAP (Band 6).
You will join our supportive psychologists and CAMHS teams to deliver a high quality, comprehensive mental health service for children, young people and their families who are experiencing mental health difficulties. CAPs are valued members of the service -successfully completing apprenticeships in our service and benefiting from the support of a dedicated Clinical Lead.
All applicants must have aminimum of a 2:2 BSc (Hons) Psychology degree accredited by the British Psychological Society, and be eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership. You must also have qualifications in English and Mathematics at Level 2 (GCSE grade C/4 or Functional Skills).
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and join a team dedicated to improving mental health outcomes for children, young people, and their families across BSW.
Main duties of the job
As a Psychological Profession, CAPs provide greater access to psychologically informed health services. Qualified CAPs practice with appropriate support, working within the scope of their practice, under the supervision of a registered Clinical Psychologist. They provide high quality, evidence based psychological interventions to inform practice, with formulations derived from specialist psychological measurement and assessment tools. CAPs also contribute to training, research and evaluation activities, depending on their level of experience and competence.
During their training (post-graduate degree apprenticeship), CAPs develop expertise with specific populations, therefore provide a more prescribed range of activities than Clinical Psychologists. In these advertised posts, clinical experience and training will be focused on working as a CAP within CAMHS.
Apprentices will enrol on the University of Bath MSc CAP programme. When required, you will be expected to attend teaching in person. Clinical bases are within the Melksham or Marlborough CAMHS community teams.
Please read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles. Please include details around qualifications and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.
About us
As a Trust we provide 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:o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discounto Pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)o Staff networking and support groups
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.
We have two posts to recruit into, and whilst we will take into account preference of location we cannot guarantee candidates will be offered their first choice.
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.
We have two posts to recruit into, and whilst we will take into account preference of location we cannot guarantee candidates will be offered their first choice.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
* In depth knowledge of specialised psychological assessments, clinical formulation, and evidence-based, psychologically informed interventions
* An awareness of wider healthcare systems, NHS services and the role of psychological services within the NHS.
Qualifications
Essential
* Professional qualification as a Clinical Associate in Psychology from a BPS accredited course
Desirable
* Further training in a specific model of Psychological Intervention
* Further continuing professional development relevant to work in mental health and/or psychological interventions
Experience
Essential
* Skills in managing time and workload in the context of multiple competing demands
* Experience working with Children, Young People, and their families within mental health and/or psychological services.
Desirable
* Experience of working with groups and/or delivering group interventions.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
* In depth knowledge of specialised psychological assessments, clinical formulation, and evidence-based, psychologically informed interventions
* An awareness of wider healthcare systems, NHS services and the role of psychological services within the NHS.
Qualifications
Essential
* Professional qualification as a Clinical Associate in Psychology from a BPS accredited course
Desirable
* Further training in a specific model of Psychological Intervention
* Further continuing professional development relevant to work in mental health and/or psychological interventions
Experience
Essential
* Skills in managing time and workload in the context of multiple competing demands
* Experience working with Children, Young People, and their families within mental health and/or psychological services.
Desirable
* Experience of working with groups and/or delivering group interventions.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
Melksham Hospital
SPA Road
Melksham
SN12 7NZ
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