Position Overview & Specifications

Assistant Psychologist - Stroke and Neurological Rehabilitation

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated Assistant Psychologist to work with neurological rehabilitation services in Somerset. The post offers an exciting opportunity to deliver specialist neuropsychological rehabilitation to patients with stroke and acquired brain injury, linking closely with established multidisciplinary teams.

The successful candidate will fulfil a key role in delivering the neuropsychology service to patients with acquired brain injury, including stroke. This will involve supporting our screening programmes for cognitive problems and mood disorder, and delivering individualised treatment plans as directed by a member of the psychology team.

There are opportunities for working in both inpatient and outpatient settings, and delivering individual and group work. The successful applicant will be involved in service development, audit and other projects. Professional supervision will be provided by a Clinical Psychologist.

The Assistant Psychologist post will provide you with excellent opportunities to develop a wide range of clinical skills and experience. This post will be attractive to applicants who would like to develop professionally across a broad range of psychological competencies.