Description
We are seeking an Assistant Psychologist to join our First Episode Psychosis (FEP) team, which is part of a community Early Intervention in Psychosis service for people aged 14 and above experiencing a first episode of psychosis. The successful candidate will support qualified psychologists in delivering assessments and evidence-based interventions, provide administrative support, manage referrals and appointment booking, collect routine outcome data, support groups, and provide carer and family support.
The role involves contributing to service innovation through our service user involvement group, and audit and evaluation. All duties are undertaken in accordance with Trust values, BPS standards, and a commitment to compassionate, person-centred care.
Main duties of the job
- Support the delivery of specialist psychological assessment and evidence-based interventions for individuals/groups under the supervision of a qualified clinical psychologist.
- Support provision of carer and family support.
- Provide administrative and organisational support for the management of referrals, appointment booking, etc.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and use relevant IT, research and assessment systems in accordance with information governance and Trust policies.
- Apply research evidence to practice and contribute to research, audit, service evaluation and clinical governance to improve quality and outcomes.
- Maintain high professional standards, confidentiality and accurate record keeping in line with BPS and Trust requirements.
- Build effective relationships with service users, carers and colleagues and remain up to date with legislation, guidance and mandatory training.
About us
At EPUT, we value and recognise your dedication. We offer:
- Supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
- An inclusive EPUT community with engagement events and equality or champion networks.
- Mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
Benefits
- 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
- Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
- Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
- Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.