Assistant Psychologist Birmingham, England
Job description
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We have a wonderful opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist at Hunters Moor in Birmingham, which accommodates 42 patients requiring neurorehabilitation which may include complex physical rehabilitation needs. Individuals are usually admitted directly from an acute hospital setting or Level 1 rehab setting once they are medically stable.
Hunters Moor is a Level 2 rehabilitation setting accommodating 42 patients requiring neurorehabilitation which may include complex physical rehabilitation needs. Individuals are usually admitted directly from an acute hospital setting or Level 1 rehab setting once they are medically stable. At Hunters Moor, they are able to continue the rehabilitation they were unable to complete whilst in hospital. The site is part of the wider Active Care Group Neuro Network (consisting of 25+ sites) nationally and we focus on the use of clinical expertise, innovation and technology to meet patient’s expectations of rehabilitation goals and has embedded the use of REHACOM, an evidenced based innovation utilised for improving cognitive functioning. We have established referral pathways within a formal collaboration of health and care cross Birmingham and Solihull (BSOL).
Through our person-centred and evidence-based approach to rehabilitation, we aim to maximise independence and recovery whilst equipping people with the skills to return home or to a supported environment.
Individuals and their family work with the MDT (multi-disciplinary team) to set goals around their physical progress, functional abilities, future independence, leisure and work activities and communication.
We’re committed to raising standards and improving outcomes for our patients and have put in place a range of measures to establish a robust and integrated Quality & Governance strategy.
Patients benefit from access to our on-site doctor and neuro-specialist team consisting of Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Physiotherapists, Therapy Technicians, specialist Nurses and Rehabilitation Assistants.
Specialist Nurses are able to provide care to those with ongoing neurological nursing needs including respiratory and tracheostomy care, diabetes, epilepsy, wound management, stoma care, enteral feeding and management of long term intravenous access points.
Our wonderful team understand that a holistic approach is necessary to ensure that those in our care are safe, happy, and healthy. We promote and fulfil the company values of being caring, honest, pro-active, and empowering for those we support.
You will part of a friendly and enthusiastic Multidisciplinary Team providing a specialist clinical Neuropsychology service and will carry out clinical psychological assessments using file-review, interview, psychometric and behavioural observation methods for clients presenting with serious Mental Health Problems, Intellectual Disability or Neuropsychological problems.
As part of our team you will be able to build amazing relationships with your patients and really be a part of their progress.
What you'll be working:
We can be flexible but you will work a total of 37.5 hours per week,
Monday to Friday, 9-5.
What you'll be doing:
- Provide a high standard of quality care under the supervision of a Practitioner Psychologist
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Keeping people safe from any harm and protecting their human rights
- Assist in the formulation of routine care plans involving the psychological treatment or management of the client’s condition under the direct supervision of a Practitioner Psychologist
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Support the delivery of teaching and training to other members of the team
- Attend and contribute to MDT meetings
- Support the Practitioner Psychologists within the service on a day to day basis
- Work within the professional practice and organisation guidelines
- Assist with audit and research as required
What you'll have:
- BPS recognised Psychology undergraduate degree of 2:1 or above
- High level communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to communicate at a high level information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
- Understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with neurological problems or other disabilities.
- Ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a Neurological context
- A theoretical framework in psychology
- Good understanding of social science methodology and statistics
- Excellent IT skills with an ability to use word processing, database and statistical software packages
- Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS
We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident committed employer.
What to look forward to:
- 25 days plus bank holidays
- Birthday off
- Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
- Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
- Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
- A Nest Personal Pension account
- Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
- We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
- Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
- Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1000 by recommending someone you know
- ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
