About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a highly motivated, organised and creative Behaviour Specialist (Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) / CAMHS Practitioner to join our Team.
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and motivated individual who is a highly motivated independent practitioner, underpinned by a solid foundation in evidence-based nursing practices within our Neurodevelopmental Pathway in Westminster CAMHS Teams.
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Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as part of the Neurodevelopmental Team within Westminster CAMHS alongside Multidisciplinary Team providing specialist clinical psychology and behavioural services to children with learning disabilities, including those with mental health needs, autism and challenging behavior.
The post holder will be required to provide specialist initial and behavioral assessments and PBS interventions to children and young people, and to work autonomously alongside our clients , families , support workers and professionals.
About us
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest specialist mental health trusts in England, providing a wide range of mental health, learning disability and substance misuse services for a population of 2 million people across nine London Boroughs. We are a University Teaching Trust with a consistent record of financial stability and an annual turnover of over £210 million with a workforce of approximately 3,400 staff.
Job description Job responsibilities
Intervention will include working across a variety of settings, including home, school, and short break services if appropriate and will involve working with the multi-disciplinary team.
The post holder will work autonomously alongside clients, families, support workers and professionals to enable others to better understand and respond to behaviours that are challenging.
The post holder will require a high degree of professional autonomy and self-management and will be required to account for their professional practice through supervision, appraisal and audit.
To provide comprehensive specialist assessments, including risk assessment of children, young people and their families/carers referred with moderate, complex and severe mental health problems/behaviours.
To use a range of assessment techniques including observations, standard measures and questionnaires, direct work and interviews with parents and professionals in order to collate information required to complete a functional analysis and core CAMHS assessment.
To formulate and to be responsible for implementing in partnership with other agencies a positive behaviour plan/ intervention for a child/young person.
To communicate in a sensitive manner assessment outcomes/formulations and positive behaviour support plans.
To evaluate the implementation and impact of the intervention.
To write confidential behavioural support plans, reports for case conferences, and education that may have wide ranging implications for children, young people and their families.
To be available to carry out urgent assessments. Assessments and interventions will be conducted in clinic settings.
To undertake other psychological and/or diagnostic assessments (i.e. ADOS-2, 3Di, or cognitive assessments) and interventions if required and appropriate.
To provide consultation and appropriate training to other professionals working with the children referred to the service in order to ensure implementation of behavioral support plans.
To liaise with and where appropriate participate in joint work with other members of the Learning Disabilities Pathway in Westminster CAMHS Learning Disabilities team.
To act as care coordinator for an identified caseload and to be responsible for the coordination of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of therapeutic packages of care provided by the multidisciplinary team.
To act as care coordinator in accordance with CPA guidelines within the CAMHS community setting.
To ensure that the needs of the client group is paramount and be aware of and adhere to NICE Guidelines relating to Child Protection.
To ensure acceptable levels of safety (regarding potential verbal and physical aggression from disturbed clients) for self and to advise other colleagues when necessary. To adhere to the lone worker policy and update training in breakaway techniques when necessary.
To maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with service standards and to record and maintain patient data in local database systems (System 1) and the trust wide electronic database.
Formulate and implement plans for the formal treatment, monitoring and/or management of the child/young persons problems with staff and/or carers, based upon an appropriate conceptual framework, and employing methods based upon evidence of efficacy, across the full range of care settings
Be responsible for implementing a range of therapeutic interventions for individuals, carers, families and groups. These will include long and short term interventions as appropriate to need
Evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group
Self Management
To ensure that as a member of CAMHS you are fully aware of current developments, legislation and practice in the care of children and young people with mental health problems. To attend regular management/professional supervision. Through supervision and appraisal, acknowledge own limitations and discuss/identify/access training as appropriate. Be aware of and reflect on own practice as a manager/clinician. To be aware of and adhere to all Trust polices, acting as a role model to other staff. Manage time effectively. Continue to meet professional standards of practice and relevant professional legislation. To undertake other duties as required by the Team Manager and Sub Team Leads .
StandardThe post holder will ensure that his/her own practice and conduct and that of the members of the team adheres to the following CNWL standards Mandatory TrainingThe post holder will complete the mandatory CNWL training programme annually within directed timescales
Multi-agency MeetingsThe post holder will prioritize attendance at relevant multi-agency planning meetings such as Child In Need, Child Protection conferences, professionals meetings and CPAs
Policy and ProcedureThe post holder will work in line with CNWL policy and procedures at all times. These include; Confidentiality, Data Protection and Information Sharingo Code of Conducto Capabilityo Equality and Diversityo Health and Safetyo Infection Prevention and Controlo Financeo Safeguarding Childreno Sickness Absenceo Use of Information Technology
Professional Standards and Performance ReviewThe post holder will fully participate in the Trusts Appraisal / Supervision Programme and work with their manager to ensure that they have a clear job plan and objectives Duty SystemsThe post holder will actively participate in the respective boroughs internal and hospital duty systems as required between the hours of 8am and 7pm Flexible WorkingThe post holder will undertake any other duties as appropriate to the grade/role and work flexibly across Child and Adolescent Mental Health sites to provide cover for short-term absences when required
Person Specification
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION Essential
Current registration with relevant professional body: oNursing - NMC oOccupational Therapy - HCPC oClinical Psychology - HCPC oSocial Worker - Social Work England Or equivalent experience in this field oBoard Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) and Certification with Behaviour Analyst Certification Board (BACB) or willingness to work towards this or equivalent oPostgraduate diploma, MSc, or MA in either Applied Behaviour Analysis, Autism or PBS Behaviour Analyst would need to be either/both BCBA or UKSBA registered Training in Positive Behavior Support or Applied Behavioural Analysis
Desirable
Registration with UK-SBA
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Essential
Previous experience of working in CAMHS Or experience in Adult Services for Autism/ADHD/Learning Disability with clear evidence of transferrable skills Experience of working with individuals and/or children and young people with wide range of learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and mental health problems Experience in working with individuals whose behaviour challenges and experience of supporting families Experience of risk assessment and care planning Experience of working in a multidisciplinary way Experience of a range of specialist behavioural assessment and interventions with clients with learning disabilities whose behaviour challenges, across the full range of care settings
Desirable
Previous experience of working in a community team for people (Children and Young People) with learning disabilities
SKILLS Essential
Evidence of well-developed clinical skills and knowledge of complex presentations within a CAMHS setting. Specialist clinical skills for the assessment and treatment of mental health in Learning Disabilities and ASD Training Skills for groups of carers and Individuals in Behavioral assessment and management Teaching skills, both in clinical setting and education centers Good Decision-making Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Computer Literate, including Excel;
Desirable
Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. dual diagnoses, people with additional disabilities etc).
ABILITIES Essential
Ability to work independently and within a team Ability to respond to demands and challenges Able to manage own time and caseload; has good organisational skills and able to effectively manage own workload . Able to work effectively across organisational boundaries Ability to manage presentations with challenging behaviors displayed by individuals on a day to day basis, and to support carers and professionals in times of distress Ability to work virtually using trust approved virtual meeting platforms and systems for documentation .
Desirable
Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. dual diagnoses, people with additional disabilities etc).
Knowledge Essential
Comprehensive knowledge of LD, ADHD, and ASD as well as issues related to assessment and interventions for this population Awareness of current national guidelines and policies in the field of CAMHS; a working knowledge of Child Protection Guidelines Knowledge and experience in the use of Evidence based Interventions Knowledge of Clinical Governance and its implementations Knowledge of legislation and its implication for clinical practice in relation to children, young people and their families Knowledge of specific inner-city issues which impact on care delivery
Desirable
Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. dual diagnoses, people with additional disabilities etc).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
Address Westminster CAMHS
7a Woodfield Road
London
W9 2NW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work (Opens in a new tab)