Job summary
We are a successful and forward thinking Tier 2 early intervention service in Hackney that works with children and young people (aged 0 - 18) and their families.
We are looking for motivated clinicians with qualifications in the area of either clinical/counselling psychology, child psychotherapy, systemic and family therapy or other equivalent training, who are interested in working within a CAMHS early intervention setting.
We have a strong commitment to meeting the needs of the diverse community in which we are located. We would be very happy to receive applications from individuals of global majority heritage and other minoritised groups.
Closing date is indicative only, this vacancy may close without notice when sufficient applications have been received.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible and accountable for the provision of an autonomous and accessible Child and Family Mental Health Service in Hackney. You will use specialist knowledge, skills and experience to offer a range of psychological interventions to children and adolescents and their families/carers in the community, presenting with mild to moderate emotional difficulties. We offer a brief intervention of up to six sessions to families.
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Postgraduate Doctorate in Clinical or equivalent
- HCPC registration or equivalent
Desirable
- Relevant post-qualification training
Skills / Abilities
Essential
- High level communication and facilitation skills with regards to clients and professionals
- Skills in working with staff and clients from diverse ethnic communities in providing a culturally competent service
- Able to draw upon a broad theoretical knowledge base
- Ability to organise own workload within competing demands
- Competence in basic IT and keyboard skills
- Ability to work autonomously or collaboratively within a team and systems
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working therapeutically with children, young people and families within a child and adolescent mental health framework
- Experience of working with multi-ethnic populations and with interpreters
- Experience of group work with children and young people
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care setting
- Experience of clinically supervising trainees or assistant psychologists
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and national policy framework relating to the NHS/work with children and young people and their families
- knowledge of parenting strategies and behaviour management techniques
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
- Knowledge of the principles of Community Psychology
Desirable
- Familiarity with a culture or ethnic group minority
- Knowledge of major ethnic language
Qther Requirements
Essential
- Respectful approach to service users, family, carers, colleagues and other professionals
Desirable
- Record of having published in either peer reviewed or academic profesional journals ans/or books
Trust Values
Essential
- Understand and Demonstrate Trust Values
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Postgraduate Doctorate in Clinical or equivalent
- HCPC registration or equivalent
Desirable
- Relevant post-qualification training
Skills / Abilities
Essential
- High level communication and facilitation skills with regards to clients and professionals
- Skills in working with staff and clients from diverse ethnic communities in providing a culturally competent service
- Able to draw upon a broad theoretical knowledge base
- Ability to organise own workload within competing demands
- Competence in basic IT and keyboard skills
- Ability to work autonomously or collaboratively within a team and systems
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working therapeutically with children, young people and families within a child and adolescent mental health framework
- Experience of working with multi-ethnic populations and with interpreters
- Experience of group work with children and young people
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care setting
- Experience of clinically supervising trainees or assistant psychologists
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and national policy framework relating to the NHS/work with children and young people and their families
- knowledge of parenting strategies and behaviour management techniques
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
- Knowledge of the principles of Community Psychology
Desirable
- Familiarity with a culture or ethnic group minority
- Knowledge of major ethnic language
Qther Requirements
Essential
- Respectful approach to service users, family, carers, colleagues and other professionals
Desirable
- Record of having published in either peer reviewed or academic profesional journals ans/or books
Trust Values
Essential
- Understand and Demonstrate Trust Values
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
