Job summary
An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen to join the STEPS team as an Assistant
Psychologist.
STEPS Rehabilitation opened in May 2017 by founders, directors (and family)Jules Shiel-Boulger,Toria Chan, andRay Boulger. STEPS deliver intensive and ongoing rehabilitation for people recovering from brain injury, spinal cord injury, strokes, and complex trauma injuries, enabling them to reach their full potential and to rebuild their lives.
Psychology is highly valued as part of the interdisciplinary team (IDT),
and STEPS Rehabilitation is IDT led with access to two experienced clinical
neuropsychologists, a psychiatrist and rehabilitation consultants. This post
provides the opportunity to work with medico legal case managers and
solicitors.
We have a dedicated psychology space, our garden room which is set in the
beautiful STEPS gardens and has been created with input from our psychology
team.
You will have good access to a range of the latest of neurological tools on site as well as the opportunity to explore the benefits of rehabilitation technology such as the Mindmaze Mindpod.
All relevant training will be offered as necessary and further CPD opportunities are encouraged including conference attendance.
A significant degree of autonomy in carrying out day-to-day duties is expected from the post holder.
Main duties of the job
The post is open to assistant psychologists who have a minimum of 18
months experience in a private or NHS setting working with individuals
following life changing illness or injury.
This post would suit those who have an interest in neurorehabilitation
and complex trauma and enjoy working with individual from the age 16 across
their life span as part of an interdisciplinary team.
The Senior
Assistant Psychologist will provide high-quality holistic therapy to our
clients throughout their journey as a key member of the interdisciplinary team.
Their behaviour and work style will be aligned with STEPS values.
They will support and
enhance the professional psychological care of clients at STEPS, providing
psychological assessment and psychological interventions under the supervision
of the clinical and neuropsychologists working independently following a plan
they haveput
together and had approved by a psychologist. They will work within the overall
framework of the teams policies and procedures.
They
will supervise the psychological therapies assistant and support team members
with clinical administration, conducting of audits, collection of statistics
and with the development of research projects, teaching and project work as
well as carrying out this work themselves when required.
Clinical
supervision will be offered by one of the Senior Clinical Neuropsychologists
within the team.
About us
Facilities
STEPS is a specialist rehabilitation facility, able to deliver
high-quality care from a range of medical and rehabilitation professionals. Our
purpose-built premises in Sheffield is home to a 23 bedroom,
residential and day rehabilitation facility. STEPS has been designed to
feel non-clinical, comfortable, and homely.
Rehabilitation
We have created a unique environment that enables people to access a wide
range of therapies, specialist robotic and VR rehabilitation equipment, and
medical specialists all under one roof. This includes access to consultants in
rehabilitation medicine; spinal injuries, amputations, and pain management. We
have an extensive team of clinical professionals, and the psychological
therapies team includes two experienced clinical neuropsychologists, a
neurologic music therapist, an art psychotherapist and solution focused
hypnotherapists.
We believe it is important to care for not only our clients but their
families too, we provide advice and education about their injuries or
conditions. We work alongside other professionals and organisations helping our
clients, this includes the NHS, solicitors, barristers, case managers,
insurance companies, prosthetic and orthotic specialists, universities, and
experts in rehabilitation technology.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Supervisory responsibility for the psychological therapies assistant
To conduct neuropsychological assessments with clients. All work will be supervised by a consultant psychologist.
To formulate and deliver rehab-care plans involving the psychological treatment and/or management of a clients problems, under the supervision of a consultant psychologist.
To formulate and deliver therapeutic group intervention under supervision of a consultant psychologist.
To develop and provide training to professionals and non-professionals involved in offering input to the STEPS clients.
Agree and put together care pathways for new clients entering STEPS under the supervision of the consultant psychologist.
Support the empowerment of other teams and individuals to increase knowledge, skills and professional confidence around the needs of clients.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervisory responsibility for the psychological therapies assistant
To conduct neuropsychological assessments with clients. All work will be supervised by a consultant psychologist.
To formulate and deliver rehab-care plans involving the psychological treatment and/or management of a clients problems, under the supervision of a consultant psychologist.
To formulate and deliver therapeutic group intervention under supervision of a consultant psychologist.
To develop and provide training to professionals and non-professionals involved in offering input to the STEPS clients.
Agree and put together care pathways for new clients entering STEPS under the supervision of the consultant psychologist.
Support the empowerment of other teams and individuals to increase knowledge, skills and professional confidence around the needs of clients.
To work as part of a wide inter-disciplinary team, liaising frequently with all colleagues including Rehabilitation Medicine consultant, OT, physiotherapy, SLT, nurses and rehabilitation assistants
To support and enhance the STEPS psychology service by carrying out or supervising in clinically related administration, audits and research projects contributing to service delivery and development, delegating tasks associated with these processes as appropriate.
To use published research and information on good practice regularly to keep clinical practice up-to-date and evidence based.
Using own initiative to seek out CPD (Continuing Professional Development) annually.
To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes or to supervise these activities being carried out where appropriate.
To prepare complex neuropsychological assessment reports for a variety of audiences, under the supervision of the consultant psychologist.
To promote and monitor the accurate recording of behavioural data within the service, and to prepare behavioural reports for client review meetings or to supervise the carrying out of this activity.
To attend and contribute to client review meetings.
Developing psychological formulations for and with our clients to inform care for the client whilst at STEPS, under the supervision of a consultant psychologist.
To effectively communicate using a variety of styles that demonstrate the values and behaviours of STEPS.
To communicate with people clearly and in a manner and at a level and pace appropriate to their abilities, preferences and beliefs.
To develop effective relationships with clients, carers, team members, suppliers and others as from time to time may be required
To maintain accurate and detailed records of all interventions using the STEPS notes system and other specified systems as applicable.
To record supervisions, appraisals and other people management related activities accurately using iRota and Staffology
To be responsible
for day-to-day workload allocation interacting with the STEPS team as
appropriate.
To be responsible
for day-to-day workload allocation for Assistant Psychologist or other support
team.
To be responsible
for providing input to training both in development and/or delivery as required
from time to time by the STEPS OD strategy.
To be responsible
for the delivery of both informal and formal training programmes as and when
required in conjunction with other members of the STEPS team.
Helping the wider
team to provide a trauma-informed service.
Working with the
R&D therapist on research projects as appropriate to inform future
decisions
Job description
Job responsibilities
Supervisory responsibility for the psychological therapies assistant
To conduct neuropsychological assessments with clients. All work will be supervised by a consultant psychologist.
To formulate and deliver rehab-care plans involving the psychological treatment and/or management of a clients problems, under the supervision of a consultant psychologist.
To formulate and deliver therapeutic group intervention under supervision of a consultant psychologist.
To develop and provide training to professionals and non-professionals involved in offering input to the STEPS clients.
Agree and put together care pathways for new clients entering STEPS under the supervision of the consultant psychologist.
Support the empowerment of other teams and individuals to increase knowledge, skills and professional confidence around the needs of clients.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervisory responsibility for the psychological therapies assistant
To conduct neuropsychological assessments with clients. All work will be supervised by a consultant psychologist.
To formulate and deliver rehab-care plans involving the psychological treatment and/or management of a clients problems, under the supervision of a consultant psychologist.
To formulate and deliver therapeutic group intervention under supervision of a consultant psychologist.
To develop and provide training to professionals and non-professionals involved in offering input to the STEPS clients.
Agree and put together care pathways for new clients entering STEPS under the supervision of the consultant psychologist.
Support the empowerment of other teams and individuals to increase knowledge, skills and professional confidence around the needs of clients.
To work as part of a wide inter-disciplinary team, liaising frequently with all colleagues including Rehabilitation Medicine consultant, OT, physiotherapy, SLT, nurses and rehabilitation assistants
To support and enhance the STEPS psychology service by carrying out or supervising in clinically related administration, audits and research projects contributing to service delivery and development, delegating tasks associated with these processes as appropriate.
To use published research and information on good practice regularly to keep clinical practice up-to-date and evidence based.
Using own initiative to seek out CPD (Continuing Professional Development) annually.
To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes or to supervise these activities being carried out where appropriate.
To prepare complex neuropsychological assessment reports for a variety of audiences, under the supervision of the consultant psychologist.
To promote and monitor the accurate recording of behavioural data within the service, and to prepare behavioural reports for client review meetings or to supervise the carrying out of this activity.
To attend and contribute to client review meetings.
Developing psychological formulations for and with our clients to inform care for the client whilst at STEPS, under the supervision of a consultant psychologist.
To effectively communicate using a variety of styles that demonstrate the values and behaviours of STEPS.
To communicate with people clearly and in a manner and at a level and pace appropriate to their abilities, preferences and beliefs.
To develop effective relationships with clients, carers, team members, suppliers and others as from time to time may be required
To maintain accurate and detailed records of all interventions using the STEPS notes system and other specified systems as applicable.
To record supervisions, appraisals and other people management related activities accurately using iRota and Staffology
To be responsible
for day-to-day workload allocation interacting with the STEPS team as
appropriate.
To be responsible
for day-to-day workload allocation for Assistant Psychologist or other support
team.
To be responsible
for providing input to training both in development and/or delivery as required
from time to time by the STEPS OD strategy.
To be responsible
for the delivery of both informal and formal training programmes as and when
required in conjunction with other members of the STEPS team.
Helping the wider
team to provide a trauma-informed service.
Working with the
R&D therapist on research projects as appropriate to inform future
decisions
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Psychology at 2:1 or above
- Eligible for Graduate Membership of the BPS
Desirable
- To have a masters degree in psychology
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within governance frameworks e.g. clinical systems / data management
- Demonstrable experience and working knowledge of the new GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) rules
- Experience of working within governance frameworks e.g. clinical systems / data management
- Demonstrable experience and working knowledge of the new GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) rules
- Experience of demonstrable report writing / presentation skills
- Ability to analyse, manipulate and communicate complex data and information sources
- Experience of working in a health or social care setting
- Experience of assessment
- Experience of working in an inter-disciplinary team
- Ability and experience in taking the lead in management of clients who have behaviours that challenge
- Experience of working with people who have had/have a life changing illness or injury
Desirable
- 18 months applied experience as an Assistant Psychologist
- Experience working in a private care setting
- Experience working with medico legal professionals
- Ability to use supervision effectively
- Previous experience of administering and scoring neuropsychological assessments
- Experience of collecting behavioural data, and analysing it
- Experience of running groups
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills, maintaining detailed electronic records
- Excellent communication skills, both orally & written
- Research skills Computer literate, knowledge of SPSS, Word & Excel.
- Able to present information to a group of colleagues.
- Experience of working with people with acquired/progressive neurological conditions.
- Ability to demonstrate an awareness of equality issues and commitments to the aims and objectives of the policy in employment and client care. Able to deal fairly and equally with colleagues and clients
Desirable
- Keen to develop a career in Clinical Psychology
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Psychology at 2:1 or above
- Eligible for Graduate Membership of the BPS
Desirable
- To have a masters degree in psychology
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within governance frameworks e.g. clinical systems / data management
- Demonstrable experience and working knowledge of the new GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) rules
- Experience of working within governance frameworks e.g. clinical systems / data management
- Demonstrable experience and working knowledge of the new GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) rules
- Experience of demonstrable report writing / presentation skills
- Ability to analyse, manipulate and communicate complex data and information sources
- Experience of working in a health or social care setting
- Experience of assessment
- Experience of working in an inter-disciplinary team
- Ability and experience in taking the lead in management of clients who have behaviours that challenge
- Experience of working with people who have had/have a life changing illness or injury
Desirable
- 18 months applied experience as an Assistant Psychologist
- Experience working in a private care setting
- Experience working with medico legal professionals
- Ability to use supervision effectively
- Previous experience of administering and scoring neuropsychological assessments
- Experience of collecting behavioural data, and analysing it
- Experience of running groups
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills, maintaining detailed electronic records
- Excellent communication skills, both orally & written
- Research skills Computer literate, knowledge of SPSS, Word & Excel.
- Able to present information to a group of colleagues.
- Experience of working with people with acquired/progressive neurological conditions.
- Ability to demonstrate an awareness of equality issues and commitments to the aims and objectives of the policy in employment and client care. Able to deal fairly and equally with colleagues and clients
Desirable
- Keen to develop a career in Clinical Psychology
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.
