Job summary

Sinclair-Strong Consultants Ltd is a well-regardedpsychology-led independent practice and is commissioned by the NHS to provide arange of services for adults with mental health needs (predominantly neurodivergent adults) across Kent and Medway. We are looking to appoint a full-time Assistant Psychologist, with strong interpersonal skills, to join our friendlyand supportive team based at Kings Hill near Maidstone.

Main duties of the job

As an integral part of the team, the post-holder will provide clinical & administrative support toprocess referrals, compile risk summaries, conduct audits, serviceevaluations and to provide a range of direct assessments and psychologicalinterventions under the supervision of an experienced Registered Psychologist. The applicant should be positive, hardworking, organised and reliable, who is capable of preparing excellent clinical reports and carrying out direct clinical work. During the initial probationary period there will be a requirement to work fromour team base at Kings Hill, after which some flexibility may be negotiatedaround some hybrid working. Travel to other parts of Kent will be essential tothe clinical aspects of the role. There are opportunitiesfor progression / preceptorship within the service, reflective practice, supportfor relevant CPD and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), as well as pay andannual leave being commensurate with NHS and a company pension scheme withGroup / Life Cover benefit.

There are opportunities to work in other parts of the wider service (eg CLDA, AMH & PBS) with appropriate trainingand supervision. There is also an expectation to be part of the KAMCAS Out Of Hours service.

Current and previous Assistant Psychologists within theCompany have been supported to progress their career pathways throughenrolment in further training opportunities, such as Master & Doctoralprogrammes.

About us

Our well-established, vibrant and innovative team of experienced Health Practitioners includes Clinical and Forensic Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, a Speech and Language Therapist and Positive Behaviour Support Practitioners.

Previous applicants are welcome to re-apply

This job advert may close early if enough applications have been received prior to the closing date

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical :

To assist in the assessment, formulation and delivery of appropriate autism-adapted clinical interventions for referred autistic adults in Kent, who do not have a learning disability but who typically present with complex co-occurring neurodivergent issues, mental health and psychiatric disorders. This is with the aim of helping referred clients to maintain their place in the community and to reduce risk (ie of harm to self / others and to minimise the likelihood of related admissions to hospital or entering the criminal justice system).

To undertake diagnostic assessments for clients who have been referred to us using evidence based gold standard tools such as ADOS-4 and the ADI-R (full training desirable but not essential as it will be provided).

Teaching, training and supervision :

To complete relevant training in order to develop skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties.

To contribute to the training and support of other staff and volunteers in the service.

To receive regular supervision from a Registered Psychologist.

Management, recruitment and service development :

To assist in the design and implementation of service development projects within the service as required.

To attend meetings in which service developments are planned and discussed.

Research and service evaluation :

To assist in the design and implementation of audit and research projects.

To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes.

To undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research to assist qualified psychologists in evidence based practice in individual work and work with other team members.

General :

To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing in accordance with professional codes of practice of the British Psychological Society and Trust policies and procedures.

To communicate effectively both verbally and through written material to clients and staff.

To undertake specific administrative duties as required.

To perform other duties of a similar kind appropriate to the grade, which may be required from time to time by the Line Manager.

To adhere to the company's policies and procedures at all times.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A first-class or Upper-second class degree with Honours in Psychology that is accredited by the British Psychological Society and confers the Graduate Basis for Registration of the British Psychological Society

Desirable

Experience

Essential

Desirable

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

Desirable

Personal Attributes

Essential