Psychological Therapist: Emotional Health & Wellbeing (EHWB) East Lancashire - Ribble Valley, Pendle, Burnley, Hyndburn & Rossendale

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1 Psychological Therapist: Emotional Health & Wellbeing (EHWB) Role Title: Location: Salary: Hours: Type of Contract: Accountable/Responsible to: Staff Accountable to Postholder: Psychological Therapist East Lancashire - Ribble Valley, Pendle, Burnley, Hyndburn & Rossendale (with ability to travel to Bolton Head Office as required) Grade 6/7: 23,000 29,000 (depending on experience) 28 hours per week Fixed term for 10 months with potential to extend Head of Psychology N/A Role Purpose: Our mission is to empower individuals and communities towards a healthier future by; promoting health awareness, activating and empowering clients to take ownership of their difficulties and supporting clients to fulfilling their own potential for growth. The Psychological Therapist works with children, young people and adults therapeutically to identify, assess and explore any emotional/mental health and wellbeing issues that may affect their ability to live happy and healthy lives. They will identify appropriate interventions and deliver therapy, working in partnerships with others, to support and enable children and young people to achieve emotional health and wellbeing. Duties and Responsibilities Core Objectives for the EHWB Psychological Therapist 1. To work flexibly and collaboratively to ensure the successful delivery of the EHWB service. This will involve working at different locations to see clients (in schools, community clinics or in client s home following a risk assessment), at different times of the day. 2. To use a wide range of psychological/ psychotherapeutic knowledge of models including, but not limited to: person centred therapy, solution focused, cognitive behaviour therapy, integrative therapy, positive psychotherapy and creative therapies, with the aim of helping clients to engage with our programmes and work towards their goals to achieve emotional health and wellbeing. (This may also involve training to staff from a range of disciplines in areas pertaining to psychology and therapy). 3. To deliver 1:1 therapy, psychological assessments and if required, group therapy to clients with complex psychological needs (where appropriate). To be able to demonstrate the ability to create meaningful formulations and support clients with their care pathways.

2 4. To contribute knowledge, skills and ideas with the aim of optimising the outcomes of the service within the limits of one s trained role capacity and competency. 5. To work alongside parents/carers to develop their skills, knowledges and resilience to meeting the individual needs of their children. 6. To work as part of the EHWB Service to encourage families to actively participate in services that are identified as part of their assessment needs. 7. To liaise and work in partnership with statutory and voluntary agencies in the interests of the Service and needs of the family. 8. To attend monthly meetings and contribute to agendas and discussions. 9. To attend meetings as requested by the Head of Psychology or those deputised to review engagement with systems and processes. 10. To liaise with the project leads/general managers to ensure the effective delivery of the psychological component of the service where appropriate. 11. Support the service in working effectively by optimising time, particularly regarding the waiting list and transparently reporting any free clinic time. 12. Manage operational issues such as annual leave and sickness in line with ABL policies. 13. To be an excellent communicator. As a substantial proportion of the work involves administrative communication such as via , the Psychological Therapist is expected to read and reply to their s promptly (within hours in normal circumstances). To be available for ad hoc discussions with the team and Head of Psychology about clinical or operational issues arising in the course of performing the duties of the role, and to report any such issues in a timely manner. 14. All client communication must be completed in a contemporaneous, professional manner and as trained. 15. To complete outcome measures in accordance with service guidelines and to record this information as trained. 16. Contribute to Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings as required for client cases and complete paperwork appropriately being aware of deadlines (and to review these with the appropriate manager). 17. To manage all safeguarding in line with ABLs policy and procedures. 18. The post holder will be encouraged to bring new ideas to enhance ABLs Psychology Services, such as with the development of research / clinical placements / service design. 19. The post holder will be expected to prioritise own workload and ensure effective time management strategies are embedded in own practice and that of others. 20. To be professional and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of own work including the management of patients/clients in your care. To follow all safeguarding protocols as outlined in the company policy.

3 21. To undertake self-directed / lone working in a variety of locations and adhere to lone working policy. 22. To read relevant current literature and stay up-to-date with developments and initiatives in psychological therapies particularly relevant to the contracts you work on, such as the emotional health and wellbeing of children, young people and families. 23. To abide by the ABL policies, procedures and expectations as detailed in the Employee Handbook and Contract of Employment. 24. To have suitable external supervision arrangements with a qualified approved supervisor as approved by the Head of Psychology, WORKING PRACTICE EXPECTATIONS Ethical Practice Employed psychological therapists are required to abide by the Ethical Framework for Good Practise in Counselling and Psychotherapy (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) or equivalent. Changes The psychological therapist job description may change from time to time in relation to the changing needs of the service and commissioning landscape. ABL reserves the right to ask you to carry out other reasonable duties or travel to alternative venues as required. When colleagues are on holiday, it may become necessary for you to take over some of their duties. In the same way while you are on holiday colleagues will perform some of your duties. Professional Membership and Registration It is required that employed psychological therapists maintain active membership with a national organisation that represents the field of psychological therapy and people who work as counsellors and psychological therapists, such BACP, BPS, BABCP, HCPC or UKCP. Employed psychological therapists will either be accredited/registered with one of these bodies or actively pursuing this within an agreed time frame; and will complete annual continuing professional development and associated procedures required to maintain accreditation/registration. All costs associated with professional memberships, subscriptions, conferences, continuing education etc., are borne by the psychological therapist. Liability Insurance Employed psychological therapists are covered against malpractice liability by ABL insurance. However, you may wish to hold personal malpractice liability insurance while rendering counselling services to clients. If this is the case, proof of insurance must be provided to ABL on an annual basis. Supervision

4 Employed psychological therapists are required to attend external supervision at the minimum frequency of 1.5 hours per FTE per month. ABL will provide a financial contribution towards monthly supervision and this time is calculated within working hours. Workplace Administrative Procedures Employed psychological therapists may be required to complete letters, outcome measures, client activity logs, client process notes and other documentation which is expected to be completed in a timely fashion in accordance with ABLs processes. Client clinics are managed through electronic diaries and you will be expected to transparently manage yours with the aid of the an Administrator Team. Professional Conduct Employed psychological therapists are expected to maintain a positive and respectful work environment by behaving and communicating in a manner that promotes goodwill and a productive and respectful team environment amongst colleagues, managers and clients. Psychological therapists are expected to behave at all times in a way that will not bring ABL into disrepute and are required to notify their line manager immediately of any circumstances, either professional or personal, that may impede their ability to perform the responsibilities of the position. Psychological Therapists working directly with children, young people and vulnerable adults and/or have access to records will have a responsibility to ensure safeguarding and promoting their welfare forms an integral part of their duties. Psychological therapists are required to notify the Head of Psychology of any potential or actual serious client self-harm, serious threat of self-harm, serious threat to harm others, actual harm to others; or the actual or potential neglect or harm of children in a client s care. Psychological Therapist Participation in Team Meetings and Programme Development. Employed psychological therapists are expected to: Attend all meeting pertinent to role Maintain own professional / personal development (CPD) by keeping up-to-date with current developments and incorporate them as appropriate into work area Support junior staff / students / trainees with their learning and development Ensure all elearning and mandatory training is accessed and kept up to date Develop and deliver specific training via presentations, staff meetings/tutorials Demonstrate reflective practice Actively engage with ABLs Personal Development Plan Participate, when invited, in planning committees, focus groups and service development strategies in order to share ideas and to play a part in moving ABL into its optimal position within health and mental health services PERSON SPECIFICATION

5 Job Title: Psychological Therapist: EHWB Qualifications and experience ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE METHOD OF ASSESSMENT Post graduate Application diploma in a Form/ Interview/ therapeutic Certificates/ qualification Assessment Qualification in therapy/counselling to a minimum of diploma level Extensive experience of working with children and young people therapeutically Experience of delivering adult therapeutic interventions Experience of facilitating psychological assessments and formulating Familiar with the Common Assessment Framework/Team around the Family Able to work in a therapeutic way that responds to a client s needs, including a knowledge of cognitive behavioural therapy and creative modalities Registered member of a professional body (such as BABCP, BPS, BACP, HCPC or UKCP) or working towards accreditation/registration with a view to completion within 6-8 months of appointment CBT training Systemic family work training Experience of delivering group therapy interventions Ability to write psychological formulations Accredited member of professional body (such as BABCP, BPS, BACP, UKCP) Experience of working in a multiagency setting and partnerships Skills & Knowledge In-depth knowledge and understanding of the issues young people face and the barriers they may experience in accessing services Experience of safeguarding and information governance practices Interview/ Assessment Knowledge and understanding of child and adolescent development, family dynamics and relationships Knowledge of professional bodies ethical code of conduct Psychological/psychotherapeutic knowledge of models including,

6 Job Specific Requirements but not limited to: cognitive behaviour therapy and solution focused brief therapy Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and their implications Good communication and facilitation skills Administration and skills relating to psychological assessments, psychometrics and risk assessments Awareness of equal opportunities issues IT skills for administrative tasks and good time management To share ABLs values; to be people powered, bold, effective and thoughtful The ability to travel independently with relevant insurance (such as using a car for work) Work flexibly and adapt to suit organisational need (in particular as clients will be seen in a variety of locations such as school) To attend/skype into meetings in Bolton (Head office), as required Work autonomously and manage own time effectively Liaise with line management as and when required (such as around issues relating to operational work, clinical risk and safeguarding) Ability to complete administrative tasks within designated time frames Ability to adhere to company policies and procedures Ability to work on own initiative Application Form/ Interview

7 Well organised, highly motivated, flexible and punctual To attend monthly external supervision in line with professional body, role and service specification as agreed with Head of Service. Date last updated: May 2018