An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our newly transformed eating disorders service. The post holder will join a multi-disciplinary team working to provide good quality and compassionate care to people with eating disorders and their carers. The role will support various pathways within the service under the supervision of qualified Psychologists and Psychological Therapists., The post holder will support with assessments and the delivery of group and individual interventions. They will have a key role in monitoring and auditing treatment outcomes and assisting with the development of new psychological treatment pathways within the service. They will work as a valued member of the MDT, working alongside colleagues from a wide range of disciplines. The post holder will have access to supervision from a qualified Psychologist and line management from a senior colleague. They will be offered training and CPD opportunities within the mental health trust.
- Minimum 2:2 Honours undergraduate degree in Psychology
- Evidence of adhering to a relevant code of ethics, Computer literate including web-based and database-management skills
- Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing; complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to clients and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients and learn to offer psycho-education/psychotherapy to suitable clients in a manner consistent with the service
- Ability to manage own clinical practice, caseload and time, with supervision
- Ability to participate and undertake audit evaluation and research (Completed clinical audits within a service).
- Ability to function in a largely autonomous fashion, subject to suitable supervision
- Appropriate understanding of confidentiality in a mental health context, Experience of working with people within mental health needs
- Ability to meet agreed / specified service targets working in a manner consistent with the service needs
- Experience of working and liaising with other professional groups
- Experience of working as a member of a multidisciplinary team or within a team environment
- Evidence of working in a service where agreed targets are in place, demonstrating clinical outcomes
- Experience of working with diverse communities and within a multicultural setting
We put 'people at our heart'; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities. - generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with us
- excellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much more
- salary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and more
- discounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemes
- wellbeing support, including an in-house counselling service, external helpline and more
- staff networks and support group
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Higher Level Assistant Psychologist in Coventry employer: Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment for its staff. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees are encouraged to enhance their skills in breast imaging and multidisciplinary care, ensuring a fulfilling career path. Located in the vibrant city of Cardiff, the health board offers a diverse range of career opportunities while prioritising the health and wellbeing of the local community.
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Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Recruitment Team
