Job summary
We are seeking to appoint 2 part-time fixed-term Psychosexual Therapists in the Psychosexual Service at Kings College Hospital.
The service is based in the Department of Sexual Health and HIV at King's College Hospital, London. We are a busy service that sees couples and individuals with sexual difficulties, whether they are caused by physical, psychological or relationship problems. The service is referred over 500 patients every year by GPs, our sexual health service and by other hospital departments.
Main duties of the job
A key aspect of the role will be the assessment and provision of ongoing psychosexual therapy to the individual or couple. Clients present with range of issues including, but not limited to, problems with sex and intimacy, adjustment reactions to an HIV diagnosis, sexual assault, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, loss of libido, orgasmic dysfunction, vaginismus and vulvodynia. The therapist is required to manage a caseload of clients, to refer on to other specialist disciplines as required and to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached detailed Job description and person specification. We advise that candidates read this before applying.
ROLE SPECIFICATION: MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- To conduct assessment sessions and decide on an appropriate contract of psychosexual therapy or to refer on to other disciplines or specialist services.
- To undertake ongoing, but time limited, psychosexual counselling sessions
- To undertake psychological interventions to address issues relating to sex and intimacy.
- To undertake psychological interventions to support people living with HIV or affected by STIs.
- To seek medical advice or refer clients for medical assessment when necessary.
- To manage a specialist case load by providing weekly or fortnightly psychosexual therapy to clients.
- To work with both individual and couples.
- To provide an environment that is sensitive, confidential and non-judgemental.
- To work with interpreters when necessary.
- To attend monthly supervision sessions and monthly psychosexual team meetings
- To be a member of COSRT (College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists), UKCP (United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy) or other relevant professional organisation and to work within their Code of Ethics.
- To liaise with other professionals within the multidisciplinary team.
ORGANISATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- To continue professional development and training by attending relevant conferences, seminars, workshops and meetings at local,
- To carry out all statutory and mandatory training as required by Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
- To keep abreast of the latest knowledge, developments, research and treatments in the field of sex and relationship therapy.
- To prepare for and participate in in the Kings College Hospital Employee Performance Appraisal system, with the Psychosexual Medical Lead
TRAINING, EDUCATION AND RESEARCH
- Maintain a learning environment and have an active teaching role.
- Facilitate training for all members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Support training, where necessary, of the wider Sexual Health and HIV team within the department
- To participate in or carry out research and audit projects as appropriate.
- Participate in peer group, medical and other health professionals teaching
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
- To record appointments and clinical records on electronic medical records.
- To write up and maintain client records following psychosexual therapy sessions in a timely and confidential manner.
- To inform external referrers of the progress and outcome of the psychosexual therapy.
- To provide accurate client summaries and audit data on client work when required.
- To report accidents, untoward occurrences and complaints in line with trust policies
- Identify opportunities to improve the service, and to discuss them with the Medical Lead and take them forward as professional projects.
- To demonstrate knowledge of Clinical Governance and have an active role in clinical effectiveness and audit programmes in order to develop and improve services.
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- All Psychosexual Service Staff
- All other members of the Sexual Health and HIV Services
- Clinical Site Managers
- Referring clinicians
- Other disciplines and departments/services within the hospital and the Trust
- Other Psychosexual Staff in other organisations i.e. Staff at SLAM
- Community services
- Mental Health services
- Primary care services
- Social service
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached detailed Job description and person specification. We advise that candidates read this before applying.
ROLE SPECIFICATION: MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- To conduct assessment sessions and decide on an appropriate contract of psychosexual therapy or to refer on to other disciplines or specialist services.
- To undertake ongoing, but time limited, psychosexual counselling sessions
- To undertake psychological interventions to address issues relating to sex and intimacy.
- To undertake psychological interventions to support people living with HIV or affected by STIs.
- To seek medical advice or refer clients for medical assessment when necessary.
- To manage a specialist case load by providing weekly or fortnightly psychosexual therapy to clients.
- To work with both individual and couples.
- To provide an environment that is sensitive, confidential and non-judgemental.
- To work with interpreters when necessary.
- To attend monthly supervision sessions and monthly psychosexual team meetings
- To be a member of COSRT (College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists), UKCP (United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy) or other relevant professional organisation and to work within their Code of Ethics.
- To liaise with other professionals within the multidisciplinary team.
ORGANISATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- To continue professional development and training by attending relevant conferences, seminars, workshops and meetings at local,
- To carry out all statutory and mandatory training as required by Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
- To keep abreast of the latest knowledge, developments, research and treatments in the field of sex and relationship therapy.
- To prepare for and participate in in the Kings College Hospital Employee Performance Appraisal system, with the Psychosexual Medical Lead
TRAINING, EDUCATION AND RESEARCH
- Maintain a learning environment and have an active teaching role.
- Facilitate training for all members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Support training, where necessary, of the wider Sexual Health and HIV team within the department
- To participate in or carry out research and audit projects as appropriate.
- Participate in peer group, medical and other health professionals teaching
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
- To record appointments and clinical records on electronic medical records.
- To write up and maintain client records following psychosexual therapy sessions in a timely and confidential manner.
- To inform external referrers of the progress and outcome of the psychosexual therapy.
- To provide accurate client summaries and audit data on client work when required.
- To report accidents, untoward occurrences and complaints in line with trust policies
- Identify opportunities to improve the service, and to discuss them with the Medical Lead and take them forward as professional projects.
- To demonstrate knowledge of Clinical Governance and have an active role in clinical effectiveness and audit programmes in order to develop and improve services.
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- All Psychosexual Service Staff
- All other members of the Sexual Health and HIV Services
- Clinical Site Managers
- Referring clinicians
- Other disciplines and departments/services within the hospital and the Trust
- Other Psychosexual Staff in other organisations i.e. Staff at SLAM
- Community services
- Mental Health services
- Primary care services
- Social service
Person Specification
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- Accredited member of COSRT (College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists) and UKCP (United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy) or BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) or similar UK professional organisation
- Working experience as a psychosexual counsellor within the NHS
- Experience of working with both individuals and couples with sex & relationship difficulties
Desirable
Knowlege & Awareness
Essential
- Understanding of Clinical Governance
- Excellent communication skills having effective spoken and written English
- Competent with information technology and general computer skills
- Demonstrate ability to deal with the sensitive nature of psychosexual work having a non-judgemental approach
Person Specification
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- Accredited member of COSRT (College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists) and UKCP (United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy) or BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) or similar UK professional organisation
- Working experience as a psychosexual counsellor within the NHS
- Experience of working with both individuals and couples with sex & relationship difficulties
Desirable
Knowlege & Awareness
Essential
- Understanding of Clinical Governance
- Excellent communication skills having effective spoken and written English
- Competent with information technology and general computer skills
- Demonstrate ability to deal with the sensitive nature of psychosexual work having a non-judgemental approach
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).
