Job summary
o To provide specialist psychological services in the field of psychological trauma, which encompasses specialist assessment, including diagnosis and formulation of psychological difficulties, treatment planning, treatment management and monitoring of treatment response and outcomes.o To work as an autonomous professional within the Trauma Service provided by Maudsley Health Adult Mental Health Services (AMHS).o To work in accordance with the Abu Dhabi Department of Health guidelines and codes of conduct and MH Trauma Service and wider organizational policies and procedures.o To contribute to enabling other staff, service users and carers from diverse backgrounds to flourish by working to create a psychologically safe environment.
Main duties of the job
Clinical and Client Careo To undertake specialist psychological assessments including diagnostic assessments for PTSD and Complex-PTSD.o To develop individualized collaborative formulations and provide evidence-based interventions for patients presenting with PTSD and Complex PTSD.o To develop individualized collaborative formulations and provide evidence-based interventions for patients presenting with comorbid mood and/or anxiety disorders that have a trauma etiology.o To provide culturally appropriate psychological interventionso To communicate skillfully and sensitively with patients and their families.o To deliver treatment or liaise with carers/family members through with the support of interpreters.o To assess any clinical risk.o To manage any safeguarding concerns.o To produce detailed clinical reports, where appropriate.
Responsibilities for Service Clinical Functioningo To liaise with referrers and other professionals concerned with patients/clients.o To utilize theory, evidence-based literature and research on psychological trauma to support evidence-based practice when working with clients/patients.Policy and Service Developmento To follow organizational policies and procedures relevant to current role.o To propose changes to practices or procedures that may contribute to enhancing the services offered by the team and wider service.o To participate in any ongoing implementation projects.
About us
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) is working with MACANI, a highly respected Abu Dhabi based organisation with a mission to develop and extend high quality mental health care across the United Arab Emirates. The staff experience is that the UAE is a great place to live and work. It is safe, vibrant, welcoming and family orientated, it also has lots of attractions for all ages. Maudsley Health is now progressing significant developments across the spectrum of mental health care in the Middle East. The aim is to replicate the high quality of the specialist services within SLaM. As a result, we are looking for additional experienced, high-quality clinical staff. If you have a flexible approach, use evidence base practice and want to spend your time engaging positively with patients, we would be pleased to have an initial discussion with you. A thorough induction programme will be offered along with a commitment to continuing professional development. Supervision is provided either through Maudsley Health in the UAE or through SLaM in London.
Good remuneration package that also includes:
- Medical insurance
- Support with licensing and employment visa
- Support with transition to the UAE
- Tax free salary
Job description
Job responsibilities
Care or Management of Resources To take care of, and use carefully, the services equipment and physical resources. To ensure that there are sufficient resources by estimating future needs and requesting supplies in a timely manner.
Teaching and Training To undertake occasional teaching and training of pre- and post- qualification psychologists and provide specialized training to other professionals, as appropriate. To contribute to the development of the knowledge and skills base within the team by maintaining an active awareness of current developments in psychology and by implementing knowledge gained in practice. To disseminate research and service evaluation findings through presentations and published articles.
Record-Keeping and Information Governance To ensure that any information produced is appropriately recorded, as required by service policies and local procedures. To ensure the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing, in accordance with professional and service guidelines.
Research and Development To initiate and conduct appropriate research as agreed with the supervisor and the senior management team.
To use outcome measurement and other standardized assessments to facilitate service evaluation, maintaining professional standards and continuing professional development To receive regular clinical and professional supervision from a consultant Clinical Psychologist in line with registration and service guidelines. To ensure ones own Continuing Professional Development in line with the Department of Health- Abu Dhabi licensing requirements. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current developments in professional and clinical practice and of any changes to relevant legislature and policies. To adhere to the Department of Health- Abu Dhabi Professional Practice Guidelines and service policies and procedures.
General To travel to meetings, home visits and training venues as appropriate and when required. To be aware of the potential risk to self and others that may be present within the service in relation to challenging behaviors and remain knowledgeable of all service policies with regard to the management of challenging behaviors. To respond appropriately and professionally to emotionally distressing situations and to support others, where appropriate, when they may experience such situations. To work flexibly, as required. This will include offering a regular commitment to late clinics and weekend work, within the overall agreed job plan. To ensure good time management and organization skills. To demonstrate an enthusiastic, professional, and committed approach to clinical, professional and service-related matters.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Care or Management of Resources To take care of, and use carefully, the services equipment and physical resources. To ensure that there are sufficient resources by estimating future needs and requesting supplies in a timely manner.
Teaching and Training To undertake occasional teaching and training of pre- and post- qualification psychologists and provide specialized training to other professionals, as appropriate. To contribute to the development of the knowledge and skills base within the team by maintaining an active awareness of current developments in psychology and by implementing knowledge gained in practice. To disseminate research and service evaluation findings through presentations and published articles.
Record-Keeping and Information Governance To ensure that any information produced is appropriately recorded, as required by service policies and local procedures. To ensure the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing, in accordance with professional and service guidelines.
Research and Development To initiate and conduct appropriate research as agreed with the supervisor and the senior management team.
To use outcome measurement and other standardized assessments to facilitate service evaluation, maintaining professional standards and continuing professional development To receive regular clinical and professional supervision from a consultant Clinical Psychologist in line with registration and service guidelines. To ensure ones own Continuing Professional Development in line with the Department of Health- Abu Dhabi licensing requirements. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current developments in professional and clinical practice and of any changes to relevant legislature and policies. To adhere to the Department of Health- Abu Dhabi Professional Practice Guidelines and service policies and procedures.
General To travel to meetings, home visits and training venues as appropriate and when required. To be aware of the potential risk to self and others that may be present within the service in relation to challenging behaviors and remain knowledgeable of all service policies with regard to the management of challenging behaviors. To respond appropriately and professionally to emotionally distressing situations and to support others, where appropriate, when they may experience such situations. To work flexibly, as required. This will include offering a regular commitment to late clinics and weekend work, within the overall agreed job plan. To ensure good time management and organization skills. To demonstrate an enthusiastic, professional, and committed approach to clinical, professional and service-related matters.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Bachelors and Master/Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
- HCPC Registration
- Postgraduate diploma in CBT and BABCP accredited as a CBT psychotherapist.
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a clinical setting following completion of training, ideally working with adults presenting with PTSD, Complex PTSD and other trauma related mental health difficulties.
Desirable
- The ability to speak fluent Arabic and practice clinically in Arabic.
- Masters level knowledge of psychological research methodology and complex statistical analysis.
- Record of publications in either peer reviewed, academic, or professional journals/books
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Bachelors and Master/Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
- HCPC Registration
- Postgraduate diploma in CBT and BABCP accredited as a CBT psychotherapist.
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a clinical setting following completion of training, ideally working with adults presenting with PTSD, Complex PTSD and other trauma related mental health difficulties.
Desirable
- The ability to speak fluent Arabic and practice clinically in Arabic.
- Masters level knowledge of psychological research methodology and complex statistical analysis.
- Record of publications in either peer reviewed, academic, or professional journals/books
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).
