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Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust

Sep 20

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Canterbury

AI generated summary

  • You need a positive attitude toward aging and dementia, knowledge of neuropsychological assessments, teamwork skills, strong organization and communication abilities, and flexibility in your approach.
  • You will support qualified psychologists with assessments, interventions, and group work, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and traveling between sites for meetings and home visits.

Requirements

  • To Be Successful In This Role You Will
  • Need to have a positive attitude towards ageing and older age and towards those who are living with dementia.
  • Already be confident in administering and interpreting neuropsychological assessments, or you will be a quick learner when it comes to picking up such skills, under the supervision of a qualified clinical psychologist.
  • Be a person who enjoys working in teams with other professional groups and values the contribution that other professionals bring.
  • Have strong organisational, time management and professional communication/writing skills.
  • Demonstrate the ability to engage with a wide variety of service users, their family members and multidisciplinary staff.
  • Bring a positive and flexible approach to your work.

Responsibilities

  • You will work with multidisciplinary teams under the supervision of a qualified psychologist offering psychological assessment, psychological/psychosocial interventions and working independently according to a plan agreed with qualified staff.
  • You will have the opportunity to be involved in providing individual and group work, working with carers and the wider team.
  • The post holder will be required to work full time, Monday to Friday.
  • Travelling between multiple sites, attending meetings across Kent and, where necessary, undertaking home visits in a timely and efficient manner are all essential parts of the role.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Assistant Psychologist role?

The main responsibilities include offering psychological assessment, implementing psychological/psychosocial interventions, working independently under the supervision of a qualified psychologist, and being involved in individual and group work with service users and their families.

What qualifications are required to apply for this position?

Applicants must be Psychology Graduates who are eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartership with the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Is this role full-time, and what are the working days?

Yes, the role is full-time, and you will be required to work Monday to Friday.

Are there specific location preferences for the role?

Yes, each successful applicant will be placed at one of three bases: Dartford, Maidstone, or Canterbury. Applicants are asked to state their base preferences in the application form.

What skills are important for success in this role?

Important skills include strong organisational and time management abilities, professional communication and writing skills, as well as the capacity to engage effectively with diverse service users and multidisciplinary teams.

Will I receive supervision in this role?

Yes, you will work under the supervision of a qualified psychologist who will guide you in administering and interpreting neuropsychological assessments.

Is there an emphasis on diversity in this position?

Yes, the organization is committed to increasing diversity within clinical psychology and encourages applications from individuals from backgrounds that are currently under-represented in the profession.

Can I contact someone for more information about the role?

Yes, you can contact Nerisha Singh, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, via email at nerisha.singh@nhs.net or by telephone at 01322 622208 for further details or to arrange informal visits.

What is the organization’s vision?

The organization’s vision is to provide outstanding care and to work in partnership to deliver this in the right place, for every service user, every time.

How many Assistant Psychologist positions are available?

There are three Assistant Psychologist positions available, with one placed at each of the three bases: Dartford, Maidstone, and Canterbury.

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Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust

We provide secondary mental health services across Kent and Medway, both in the community and within inpatient settings.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2006
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT) provides mental health and social care services across Kent and Medway. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered mental health care that supports recovery and improves the well-being of individuals. Their purpose is to enhance mental health services through compassionate care, effective treatment, and community support.