Overview
This is a full-time permanent post and will provide the applicant with excellent experience relevant to obtaining onward progression to Doctoral Clinical Psychology Training. We have an excellent record of our Assistant Psychologists gaining places on this training. Based in teams in the west of the county with a primary base in Dorchester and Weymouth & Portland, you will work with adults who have learning disabilities within well established multi-professional community teams across the area.
Responsibilities
* Routine testing (e.g. dementia and psychometric)
* Therapy, behavioural analysis and intervention
* Management of referrals
* Telephone follow-ups
* Assisting with clinical audits
It is essential that you have a 2.1 honours degree or higher in Psychology and that you have a car that can be used for work as the area involves visits to different team bases. Previous experience in Learning Disability Services and familiarity with psychometric testing (e.g. WAIS IV) is highly desirable. A car is essential for this post as it involves home visiting and visits to day centres etc.
Requirements
* 2.1 honours degree or higher in Psychology
* Car available for work (home visiting/visits to day centres)
* Previous experience in Learning Disability Services and familiarity with psychometric testing (e.g. WAIS IV) is highly desirable
* Eligibility: Applications from candidates requiring current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are ineligible
Employment Details
* Full-time post of 37.5 hours per week on a permanent contract
* Work with adults who have learning disabilities within multi-professional community teams across the West Dorset area
* Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required; the Trust will cover the cost. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service may present a valid DBS certificate instead of a new check
About Dorset HealthCare
At Dorset HealthCare we are on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We are a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people. We have been rated outstanding by the CQC in 2019 and receive high patient and staff satisfaction scores. Our 7,000-strong workforce is central to what we do, and we are committed to equal opportunities and diversity. We are an inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome and encouraged to be their best.
Application and Notes
* For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
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