Location
Springfield University Hospital, London

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£34,186 per annum

About the Role
As an Assistant Psychologist, you will support qualified psychologists in delivering psychological services within community and outpatient settings. Your responsibilities will include assisting with psychological triages and assessments, contributing to the formulation and delivery of low intensity psychological treatments, and supporting the management of clients' problems under supervision. You will help coordinate and run therapeutic groups, attend and contribute to multi-disciplinary meetings including referral, clinical, and review meetings. You will undertake protocol-based psychological assessments using self-report measures, rating scales, structured observations, and semi-structured interviews with clients, their families, and others involved in care. Additionally, you will assist in implementing and monitoring treatment programmes that respect the needs of clients and carers, compile assessment, update, and discharge reports, and complete initial contact assessments for new clients, including the DIALOG plus care plan. You will also be responsible for contacting clients to book psychology triage assessments for the psychology team.

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Experience
Previous experience in psychological or mental health settings is desirable but not explicitly required. A willingness to learn and develop under supervision is essential.

About you
You should be motivated, compassionate, and able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Strong communication skills and the ability to engage respectfully with clients and carers are important. You must be committed to delivering high-quality psychological support and maintaining professional standards.

Qualifications
A relevant degree in psychology or a related field is typically required for this role. Specific qualifications were not detailed but are expected to align with assistant psychologist standards.