The closing date is 9th Feb 2025
Job summary
Clinical Associate Psychologist - At Risk Mental State (ARMS) Service We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and qualified Clinical Associate Psychologist who has completed the 2 years Masters to work within the HYPED (Hampshire and Isle of Wight Early Detection) Service. The HYPED Service is a new and exciting service that works with individuals from the age of 14-35 who may be at high risk of developing psychosis (referred to as At Risk Mental State; ARMS). The HYPED service offers comprehensive assessment, up to two years of key working, and holistic psychological and psychosocial interventions. This input can prevent the development of psychosis and can improve recovery and quality of life outcomes of people with unusual experiences. The HYPED service is a psychologically staffed service and is embedded within an existing Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) Team. The post holder will join an Applied Psychologist / CBT Therapist and a Service Manager in the local Mid and North team, with close working relationships with the other HYPED teams across the trust and the Principal Clinical Psychologist ARMS Lead. We are an enthusiastic and supportive service who work creatively to support our clients and each other as we develop this new service. Main duties, tasks & skills required
To communicate constructively with a range of healthcare professionals in a variety of services including nurses, social workers, allied health professionals (AHPs) and medical colleagues as part of a multi-professional team. Link directly with the psychology team, alongside assistant psychologists and trainee clinical psychologists, while reporting to a Clinical Psychologist regarding psychological assessment, formulation and intervention. Build relationships with professionals in schools, probation services, the police and the courts, depending upon the appropriate training and supervised clinical practice delivered as part of their apprenticeship. Work as part of a multi-professional community team or in specialised clinical settings and liaise with relevant external agencies to facilitate and enable psychological interventions. Communicate new learning approaches and provide constructive feedback to challenge and overcome barriers to implementation of best psychological practice. Provide training for others to inform and support psychological models of change and interventions. Provide training within teams to enhance delivery of clinical and research practice interventions appropriate to the health and psychological needs of patients across a range of service settings. About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve. Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working. Job description
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
First degree in Psychology Demonstrate study at masters level (120 credits) Registered as appropriate with the BPS Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. For help with your application, contact:
Lauren Colgan lauren.colgan@southernhealth.nhs.uk
Pay scheme
Agenda for Change Band
Band 6 Salary
£37338.00 to £44962.00 Yearly Contract
Permanent Working pattern
Part-Time Reference number
348-MNH-7111 Job locations
Parklands House London Road Basingstoke Hampshire RG21 4AP
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Job summary
Clinical Associate Psychologist - At Risk Mental State (ARMS) Service We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and qualified Clinical Associate Psychologist who has completed the 2 years Masters to work within the HYPED (Hampshire and Isle of Wight Early Detection) Service. The HYPED Service is a new and exciting service that works with individuals from the age of 14-35 who may be at high risk of developing psychosis (referred to as At Risk Mental State; ARMS). The HYPED service offers comprehensive assessment, up to two years of key working, and holistic psychological and psychosocial interventions. This input can prevent the development of psychosis and can improve recovery and quality of life outcomes of people with unusual experiences. The HYPED service is a psychologically staffed service and is embedded within an existing Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) Team. The post holder will join an Applied Psychologist / CBT Therapist and a Service Manager in the local Mid and North team, with close working relationships with the other HYPED teams across the trust and the Principal Clinical Psychologist ARMS Lead. We are an enthusiastic and supportive service who work creatively to support our clients and each other as we develop this new service. Main duties, tasks & skills required
To communicate constructively with a range of healthcare professionals in a variety of services including nurses, social workers, allied health professionals (AHPs) and medical colleagues as part of a multi-professional team. Link directly with the psychology team, alongside assistant psychologists and trainee clinical psychologists, while reporting to a Clinical Psychologist regarding psychological assessment, formulation and intervention. Build relationships with professionals in schools, probation services, the police and the courts, depending upon the appropriate training and supervised clinical practice delivered as part of their apprenticeship. Work as part of a multi-professional community team or in specialised clinical settings and liaise with relevant external agencies to facilitate and enable psychological interventions. Communicate new learning approaches and provide constructive feedback to challenge and overcome barriers to implementation of best psychological practice. Provide training for others to inform and support psychological models of change and interventions. Provide training within teams to enhance delivery of clinical and research practice interventions appropriate to the health and psychological needs of patients across a range of service settings. About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve. Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working. Job description
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
First degree in Psychology Demonstrate study at masters level (120 credits) Registered as appropriate with the BPS Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. For help with your application, contact:
Lauren Colgan lauren.colgan@southernhealth.nhs.uk
Pay scheme
Agenda for Change Band
Band 6 Salary
£37338.00 to £44962.00 Yearly Contract
Permanent Working pattern
Part-Time Reference number
348-MNH-7111 Job locations
Parklands House London Road Basingstoke Hampshire RG21 4AP
#J-18808-Ljbffr
