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Job Overview
We have an exciting opportunity within our Early Intervention in Psychosis Psychological Services in the mid part of Essex to offer a maternity leave cover role as an Assistant Psychologist. The successful applicant would be working within an MDT alongside Clinical Psychologists, a Clinical Associate in Psychology and Trainee Clinical Psychologists. The post-holder would be required to support the uptake of psychological assessment and interventions for clients experiencing a first episode of psychosis and their families, alongside a range of other responsibilities depending on the experience of the applicant, e.g., offering carer psychoeducation and support, facilitating our service user coproduction group and contributing to team training and service developments.
Main duties of the job
Depending on experience, responsibilities will include assisting in completing psychological assessments (including structured interviews and psychometrics) and communicating outcomes to clients, team colleagues, and other professionals. There will be opportunities to assist in and conduct individual, carer, family, and group interventions, consultation, and staff training. The post holder will also assist the psychology team in managing referrals and evaluating intervention outcomes. Additionally, participation in our lived experience consultation group, which collaborates on service development, is encouraged. Team working, skills in training, consultation, supervision, and a calm disposition are essential qualities.
Working for our organisation
EPUT seeks motivated staff who share our values of Care, Learn, and Empower. Benefits include:
* Season Ticket Loans
* NHS discounts for staff
* Excellent training facilities and opportunities
* Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
* Opportunity to work bank shifts and expand experience
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
* Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports flexible working options, and applicants are encouraged to discuss possibilities with the recruiting manager. New employees can apply for flexible working from day one. Join our Staff bank, which offers shifts across trust hospitals and community settings, with no obligation for additional shifts unless desired. Staff at risk within the organisation will be given priority for suitable alternative employment.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Applicants should write their applications personally. Use of AI programs may lead to rejection, although support for disabilities is available.
Important
Professional references covering the last three years are required. The initial DBS check cost will be deducted from your first salary. Applications for Job Share are welcomed.
Equal Opportunities Employer
We encourage applications from those with mental health service experience and people with disabilities. For accessible application formats, contact the Recruitment Department. We reserve the right to close vacancies early and advise applicants to check emails regularly. If no contact within three weeks post-closing, your application is likely unsuccessful. We are committed to safeguarding and promote the welfare of vulnerable groups. All staff must undertake safeguarding training.
Covid Vaccination
While not mandatory, vaccination is encouraged. For more info or to book a vaccination, contact epunft.cv19hr@nhs.net.
Additional Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Contract
* Job function: Health Care Provider
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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