We are looking for an enthusiastic and flexible band 7 Psychologist (0.5 WTE) with some skills in and experience of working in paediatrics, to join the paediatric oncology psychology service at Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital. We are seeking someone with well‑developed general skills in working with children and families, multidisciplinary working, CBT or ACT skills, and knowledge of attachment and systemic‑based models who is keen to develop their skills in working within paediatric MDT settings.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide psychological support to children and young people aged 0‑19 years and their families under the care of the paediatric oncology medical team at Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital.
- Deliver a mixed in‑ and outpatient workload for patients on current treatment and their family members.
- Conduct direct assessment and intervention with individuals and families.
- Facilitate group work with children and with parents.
- Provide specialist consultation and advice on patients’ psychological care to medical colleagues on the oncology day‑care ward and at psychosocial and multidisciplinary team meetings.
Key Skills and Experience
- Band 7 experience, 0.5 WTE.
- Strong general skills in working with children and families and in multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience in paediatrics, CBT or ACT skills, and knowledge of attachment and systemic‑based models.
- Willingness to develop skills in paediatric MDT settings.
About the Team
The post holder will also be a member of the wider Paediatric Psychology Support Service (PPSS) at the Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital as well as the Brighton & Hove Psychology team, a lively and active team of psychologists working within Specialist CAMHS, Learning Disability, Community Child Health, Neuro‑developmental disorders, Social Services and Education.
The team is involved in a number of innovative audit, evaluation and research projects, as well as developing and delivering a number of groups and workshops.
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