Assistant Psychologist (fixed term 1 yr)

at  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

We provide assessment and diagnosis services to individuals across Dorset who are suffering with cognitive decline and memory problems, who may have a dementia. As an Assistant Psychologist you will support the clinical team in a community post offering high quality assessments in a number of areas including clinics or home visits across Poole, Bournemouth, Dorchester, Purbecks, Wimborne. Car driving is therefore essential and travelling expenses are paid.
With a base at Alderney Hospital in Poole, t he role involves some flexible working from home and equipment is provided.
Part-time work or job-sharing is not an option as the role needs consistency and being able to follow up the work done in the week.
This part time role is initially being offered as a fixed term post for 12 months. The service core hours are Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00.
If you are passionate about dementia, have appropriate qualifications and experience and feel you have the motivation and drive to be successful within this role, supporting clinical assessments to people with dementia then please read the associated Job Description to see if you are eligible to apply and tell us how you fit the criteria.
We are looking for individuals who are reliable, dynamic, with exceptional organisational and written skills, able to work flexibly as part of a wider team. Experience in cognitive assessments would be advantageous and being able to give concise feedback to aid diagnoses being made accurately is essential.
The post-holder would be working alongside and be supervised by the neuropsychology team in the team and take part in key group therapeutic activities. It will provide you with the opportunity to gain experience in high quality memory assessments to aid timely diagnosis and treatment options.
This is a fixed term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application.
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We’re all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support

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