About this role
Job summary
The UCLH Dept Child & Adolescent Psychological Medicine / Services has an exciting opportunity for CYP Psychological Trainings: Therapy Trainee ASD/LD to join our team as part of the NHS England (NHSE) funded Children and Young People (CYP) Psychological Training Programme. The post-holder will work within our Psychological Medicine service delivering, under supervision, high-quality evidence-based interventions for children and young people experiencing moderate mental health difficulties with Autism or Learning Difficulties. The training and service experience will equip the post holder with the necessary knowledge, attitude and capabilities to operate effectively in an inclusive, value driven service.
This is a 12 month fixed-term training role within the Child and Young Persons Improving Access To Psychological Therapies Programme (CYP-IAPT). The post-holder will work within the Dept of Children & Young People's Psychological Medicine / Services within the Paediatric & Adolescent Division, providing interventions whilst undertaking a programme of training for this role.
Applicants should also apply directly to the course via the UCL application portal via the following link:https://evision.ucl.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=TPPPSYSCYP24&code2=0006
Main duties of the job
- With the assistance of their clinical supervisor accept appropriate referrals; Access clients for suitability for the treatment for which modality specific training is provided- Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the department's referral protocols, and refer unsuitable clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary.- Formulate, implement and evaluate therapeutic intervention for clients in line with their training modality and experience.- Involve the system around the child in treatment as appropriate, e.g. parent/carer, school, conveying therapy formulations with sensitivity in easily understood language.- Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate.- Keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols.- Work closely with other members of the team ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach.- Fulfilling the requirements of and completing a PG diploma at UCL/Anna Freud including practical, academic, and practice-based assessments, alongside private study.- Communicate clearly, effectively and appropriately with the multidisciplinary team, patients and their family, visitors or carers, and other clinicians involved in the care of the patient, e.g. General Practitioners.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
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Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications Essential
Minimum second-class Bachelor's Degree or equivalent standard in a relevant subject (e.g. psychology, social work etc) OR Applicants who do not fulfil the academic criteria but have relevant professional experience are still encouraged to apply and will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Knowledge and understanding of the key features and symptoms associated with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities; Knowledge and understanding of the unique challenges for Autistic/LD children and young people and their families; Awareness and understanding of the significantly increased risk of co-morbid mental health challenges and other neuro-developmental challenges within the Autistic population Knowledge and understanding of issues relating to safeguarding children.
Desirable
Ability to study and complete academic work at postgraduate study level Knowledge of the MDT approach and collaborative working with other agencies to ensure the needs of Autistic/LD children and young people are understood and effectively met (i.e. education and social care agencies).
Experience Essential
2 or more years of experience working within a children and young people's mental health setting (e.g. mental health worker) 1 year or more of clinical competence and experience working with Autistic and/or LD individuals.
Desirable
Previous experience of working with safeguarding issues. Experience of working as part of the multi-disciplinary team with children and young people with Autism and/or LD and their families.
Skills and Abilities Essential
Ability to have a flexible and creative approach to facilitating engagement with Autistic and/or LD children and young people. Ability to adapt methods of communication and intervention for the varying needs and levels of the children and young people's Autistic and/or LD population; Ability to maintain a reflective stance in emotive/challenging interactions with children and their carers. Ability to personally manage sensitive and potentially emotionally distressing caseload material. Ability to reflect on own practice (in clinical supervision and practice tutor groups with course peers) Ability to maintain accurate records Ability to complete academic work at postgraduate level and balance the academic demands of the course with clinical placement demands. Effective oral and written communication skills. IT/Computer literate.
Desirable
Ability to adopt multi-agency working, especially in relation to complex cases with multiple needs, where a more systemic approach is required. Ability to advocate for the needs of children and young people with Autism and/or LD and their families.
Communication Essential
Motivated to learn and be challenged. Capacity to work well in teams.
Personal and People Development Essential
Ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Flexible, creative and problem-solving approach. Ability to work collaboratively and as part of a team.
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion Essential
Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion within their existing practice and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Specific Requirements Essential
Ability and experience of working from home, and at UCLH. Flexibility with working hours, according to demands of patients if required Any other duties within the scope of practice as the service needs develop
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Employer details Employer name University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address University College London Hospitals
250 Euston Road
London
NW1 2PG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)