At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct psychological assessments and support evidence-based interventions in a multidisciplinary team.
- Company: Join a supportive NHS environment focused on mental health and well-being.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, regular supervision, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Full-time temporary contract with competitive public sector terms.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your clinical psychology skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in Psychology and experience supporting mental health needs required.
The predicted salary is between 37338 - 44962 £ per year.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their clinical psychology experience within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. Working under the supervision of qualified psychological practitioners, you will provide psychological assessments, contribute to evidence-based interventions, support staff experiencing mental health difficulties, and play a key role in service development, research and evaluation.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct psychological assessments using interviews, questionnaires and standardised assessment tools.
- Support the formulation and delivery of psychological interventions under the supervision of qualified psychologists.
- Assess fitness for work and provide recommendations on workplace adjustments and return-to-work plans.
- Monitor and evaluate treatment outcomes using validated clinical measures.
- Assist in developing self-help resources, psychological skills training and well-being initiatives.
- Contribute to service audits, research projects, data collection and service improvement activities.
- Prepare clinical reports and maintain accurate documentation.
- Attend multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to service planning and development.
About You
The successful candidate will have:
- A degree in Psychology recognised by the British Psychological Society (or equivalent).
- Experience supporting individuals with mental health or psychological well-being needs.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and report-writing skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Experience using Microsoft Office and analysing data.
- A genuine interest in occupational health, staff well-being and evidence-based psychological practice.
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to gain valuable NHS psychology experience.
- Regular clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.
- Exposure to multidisciplinary working and evidence-based practice.
- Involvement in research, audit and service improvement projects.
- Supportive team environment focused on employee well-being.
- Full-time temporary contract with competitive public sector terms and conditions.
Band 5 Associate Psychologist in Antrim employer: MCS Group
Join a dynamic and supportive multidisciplinary team where your clinical psychology skills can flourish. With a strong emphasis on employee well-being, regular supervision, and opportunities for professional development, this role offers a unique chance to contribute to meaningful service improvements while gaining invaluable NHS experience in a collaborative environment.
