Assistant Psychologist

Job overview

There are a number of fixed term posts of 37.5 hrs (5 days) available and will provide the applicant with excellent experience that is relevant to obtaining onward progression to Doctoral Clinical Psychology Training.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 4 Assistant Psychologist to join our NDAC (Neurodevelopmental assessment and consultation)Team within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS), supporting children and young people through neurodevelopmental assessment pathways.

A key part of the role will be supporting the management of the ADHD and Autism waiting lists and the assessment pathway, including initial referrals, gathering and reviewing relevant information, monitoring young people’s progress through the pathway, and liaising with young people, families, carers and professionals.

Working under the supervision of qualified Clinical Psychologists and senior clinicians, you will also contribute to psychological and psychometric assessments, case management, clinical documentation and psychoeducational work.

We are looking for a compassionate, organised and proactive Psychology graduate with excellent communication skills and an interest in developing their experience within CAMHS and neurodevelopmental services

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking to recruit an Assistant Psychologist to join our Clinical Psychology Team which consists of four Clinical Psychologists, another Assistant Psychologists, Trainee Clinical Psychologists, and Admin support and an allied health professional team.

A key part of the role will be supporting the management and coordination of the ADHD waiting list, including processing initial referrals, gathering and reviewing relevant information, monitoring progress through the assessment pathway and liaising with young people, families, schools and other professionals.

The post holder will also support clinicians with psychological and psychometric assessments, case management, clinical documentation and follow-up work. The role will involve maintaining accurate and timely clinical records and contributing to audit, data collection, research and service development, with regular clinical supervision and opportunities for professional development.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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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Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.