Assistant Psychologist Child Psychology - Abergele, United Kingdom - Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
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Abergele, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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To assist in the provision of a psychological service to clients within the specialty under the direction of the supervising clinical psychologist.


To be responsible for the planning and prioritisation of own workload and activities following the direction and guidelines given by the supervising clinical psychologist.

To undertake assessments of clients and implement programmes of care or intervention following guidance from the supervising clinical psychologist.

To undertake research activities as required and directed by the supervising clinical psychologist.

To work within guidelines given by the supervising clinical psychologist.

  • To undertake protocol based psychological assessment of clients through formal psychometric testing, direct and indirect observations and semistructured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the client's care under the supervision of a qualified clinical psychologist.
  • To carry out assessments and interventions as directed by the supervising clinical psychologist at a number of sites including inpatient or assessment units, day centres, outpatient clinics and the client's own home.
  • To assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups as appropriate and under the supervision of a qualified clinical psychologist.
  • To be a member of the appropriate multidisciplinary team providing services to the client group, under the guidance of the supervising clinical psychologist.
  • To communicate sensitive condition related information to clients, their relatives and other professionals as directed by the supervising clinical psychologist. The context for this may be outpatient settings, inpatient or assessment units or the client's own home.
  • To implement programmes of care or intervention as directed by the supervising clinical psychologist.
  • To be responsible for the planning and prioritisation of own workload and activities following the direction and guidelines given by thesupervising clinical psychologist.
  • To maintain and update client records in accordance with Health Board and professional guidelines


If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients.

The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales.

Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.


Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

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