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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 0.8 WTE Band 3 Peer Support Worker to join a new NIHR-funded clinical trial: RAPID (Remote Approaches to Psychosocial Intervention Delivery). The trial will test the effectiveness of different psychological interventions to reduce suicidal ideation in patients attending Crisis Response and Home Treatment Teams (CRHTT). You’ll deliver one trial intervention (PREVAIL) in line with the treatment manual and study protocol, under the supervision of a clinical psychologist/ psychological therapist. The post is funded initially for 12 months and likely to be extended to 27 months. The postholder will bring their lived experience of recovery from mental health problems, experience of being in a supportive and enabling role and an understanding of mental health recovery and the elements which help and hinder the process. Patients are likely to have diagnoses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and related diagnoses. You’ll require the ability to travel between sites within NHS GG&C; this post requires a valid driving licence and access to own or other independent means of transport, and flexibility to work some irregular hours occasionally to fit with participant availability.
This post may close early, if/when a maximum of 70 applications are received
This is a Fixed term post 12 months (initially) with potential extension to 31st May 2025.
Informal Contact: Andrew Gumley, Honorary Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Tel No: 07900691091
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
(Please note the salary is Pro Rata) for part time hours