Senior Assistant Psychologist — Youth MH & Substance Use

Turning Point; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and social care provider is seeking a Senior Assistant Psychologist to join the Substance Use and Mental Health Team. The role focuses on supporting young people with mental health and substance use difficulties. Responsibilities include delivering psychological interventions and supporting assessments. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in psychology and experience with psychosocial interventions. This position offers a competitive salary up to £30,437, with comprehensive benefits including additional holidays and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

25 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays

Opportunity to buy additional holidays

Qualifications

• Eligibility for graduate membership with the British Psychological Society.
• Understanding of the needs of young people with mental health and substance use issues.
• Flexibility in travel across the county.

Responsibilities

• Support assessment and delivery of interventions for young people.
• Assist in clinically related administration and deliver psychological interventions.
• Conduct audits and contribute to research projects.

Skills

Understanding of young people's mental health

Experience in delivering psychosocial interventions

Research and service evaluation knowledge

Effective communication

Education

2:1 degree in psychology

Job description

A leading health and social care provider is seeking a Senior Assistant Psychologist to join the Substance Use and Mental Health Team. The role focuses on supporting young people with mental health and substance use difficulties. Responsibilities include delivering psychological interventions and supporting assessments. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in psychology and experience with psychosocial interventions. This position offers a competitive salary up to £30,437, with comprehensive benefits including additional holidays and a supportive work culture.