Job summary
We are looking for a Band 7 Clinical/Counselling Psychologist on a fixed term contract for 1 year, to join West Berks CAMHS, which is part of the wider West Specialist Community Teams (SCT) which cover Wokingham, Reading and Newbury. This post is based at CAMHS, Lower Henwick Farmhouse, Thatcham, Newbury.
Our SCT Teams are multi-disciplinary teams that deliver treatments to young people in the West Berks area who are living with more complex, severe, and enduring mental health problems. As a result, you will find yourself working jointly with other professions such as Children's Social Care.
We are keen for clinicians newly qualifying to apply for this post. The ideal clinician will be thoughtful and reflective, and someone who is a team player. We are an experienced team and as a Service we are able to provide a supportive structure and regular supervision to newly qualified members of the team.
The West Berks team is warm, compassionate, and welcoming. You will be provided with a supportive introduction, regular supervision and plenty of in-house training opportunities. We also have our free parking on-site. Caseloads are protected and manageable despite a waitlist for treatment.
Staff wellbeing and development is a priority for the team, alongside clinical and management supervision, there is dedicated time for reflective case discussion and team formulation, wellbeing activities and support.
Main duties of the job
- To complete risk reviews and update safety and care plans for patients and give advice.
- Provide comprehensive assessments and therapeutic interventions to young people and their families, as appropriate.
- Provide care coordination for young people open to the Service.
- Independently manage an appropriately sized caseload.
- Use supervision effectively.
- To work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team as well as patients, carers, family members and internal and external agencies
- Work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise. responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice.
- Maintain own continuing professional development and contribute to team professional development initiatives.
- To consult with members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team to ensure effective and safe care planning for young people.
- To identify and report any safeguarding issues as they may arise.
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.
We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer.We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you'll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:
- Caring for and about you is our top priority
- Committed to providing good quality, safe services
- Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.
Benefits of working for us include:
- Flexible working options to support work-life balance
- 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Excellent learning and career development opportunities
- 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
- Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
- Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
- Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
- Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
- Free parking across Trust sites
If you share our values and would like to come and work for us, please submit your application as soon as possible as we'll occasionally close roles early that have a high number of applications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The 4must haves for this role:
Clinical registrable qualification i.e. Clinical or Counselling Psychologist.
Experience in Mental Health services.
The ability to manage complexity
To work as part of a team
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. For further application tips see the help with your application document attached once you click apply.
If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, you belong at Berkshire Healthcare.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to email Christina Subrai at Christina.Subrai@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The 4must haves for this role:
Clinical registrable qualification i.e. Clinical or Counselling Psychologist.
Experience in Mental Health services.
The ability to manage complexity
To work as part of a team
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. For further application tips see the help with your application document attached once you click apply.
If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, you belong at Berkshire Healthcare.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to email Christina Subrai at Christina.Subrai@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Masters or Doctoral level qualification or recognised equivalent qualification:- Qualified Clinical or Counselling Psychologist as accredited by the BPS or HCPC and registered with HCPC or Qualified Psychotherapist registered with professional body i.e. ACP approved Child Psychotherapist or Qualified Systemic Family Therapist Masters level UKCP registered OR
- Professional qualification as below with additional recognised training in delivering therapeutic interventions:- Registered Mental Health Nurse (NMC) or Occupational Therapy degree level qualification and registered with HCPC or Registered Social Worker with relevant social work qualification or Other Health professional with relevant post graduate qualification.
- Current registration with an approved professional regulatory body such as HCPC or ACP.
Continuous Professional Development
Desirable
- Additional post-qualification training equivalent to a minimum of 50 hours, supervision within a specific modality directly related to clinical practice including case presentations, group supervision, attendance of teaching programmes, courses etc.
- A supervisory qualification in the relevant professional discipline or substantial supervision experience.
- Professional qualification in CBT i.e. diploma or equivalent Accreditation with BABCP or ability to work towards the requirements
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing complex caseloads and applying a range of interventions
- Experience of working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and multi-agency environment.
- Ability to engage and communication with a wide range of professionals, staff and other service stakeholders.
- Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a team, reprioritising work and that of others work to reflect changing needs.
- Ability to manage clinical risk and understanding of child safeguarding procedures.
Knowledge, skills and ability
Essential
- Advanced interpersonal, influencing, communication, observation and reporting skills.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to analyse situations and be able to make the right decisions.
- Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding child development and the impact it can have on meeting the five Every Child Matters outcomes. The Children's Act 1989 and 2004 and The Mental Health Act 1983 and 2007.
- Able to empathise, be supportive and sensitive to the needs of others as well as being able to cope with distressing circumstances.
- Ability to work to timescales and comfortably cope in pressurised situations, applying practical problem solving skills in everyday and complex situations
- Competent IT skills and the ability to navigate around various systems and software packages (such as outlook, databases e.g. RiO, MS office and the internet). Good keyboard skills.
- Able to work flexibly or change to flexible hours pattern as required and the ability to travel independently between locations to fulfil the requirements of the position.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Car owner/driver and possess full UK driver's licence or evidence of ability to travel to designated base and other sites.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Masters or Doctoral level qualification or recognised equivalent qualification:- Qualified Clinical or Counselling Psychologist as accredited by the BPS or HCPC and registered with HCPC or Qualified Psychotherapist registered with professional body i.e. ACP approved Child Psychotherapist or Qualified Systemic Family Therapist Masters level UKCP registered OR
- Professional qualification as below with additional recognised training in delivering therapeutic interventions:- Registered Mental Health Nurse (NMC) or Occupational Therapy degree level qualification and registered with HCPC or Registered Social Worker with relevant social work qualification or Other Health professional with relevant post graduate qualification.
- Current registration with an approved professional regulatory body such as HCPC or ACP.
Continuous Professional Development
Desirable
- Additional post-qualification training equivalent to a minimum of 50 hours, supervision within a specific modality directly related to clinical practice including case presentations, group supervision, attendance of teaching programmes, courses etc.
- A supervisory qualification in the relevant professional discipline or substantial supervision experience.
- Professional qualification in CBT i.e. diploma or equivalent Accreditation with BABCP or ability to work towards the requirements
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing complex caseloads and applying a range of interventions
- Experience of working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and multi-agency environment.
- Ability to engage and communication with a wide range of professionals, staff and other service stakeholders.
- Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a team, reprioritising work and that of others work to reflect changing needs.
- Ability to manage clinical risk and understanding of child safeguarding procedures.
Knowledge, skills and ability
Essential
- Advanced interpersonal, influencing, communication, observation and reporting skills.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to analyse situations and be able to make the right decisions.
- Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding child development and the impact it can have on meeting the five Every Child Matters outcomes. The Children's Act 1989 and 2004 and The Mental Health Act 1983 and 2007.
- Able to empathise, be supportive and sensitive to the needs of others as well as being able to cope with distressing circumstances.
- Ability to work to timescales and comfortably cope in pressurised situations, applying practical problem solving skills in everyday and complex situations
- Competent IT skills and the ability to navigate around various systems and software packages (such as outlook, databases e.g. RiO, MS office and the internet). Good keyboard skills.
- Able to work flexibly or change to flexible hours pattern as required and the ability to travel independently between locations to fulfil the requirements of the position.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Car owner/driver and possess full UK driver's licence or evidence of ability to travel to designated base and other sites.
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).
