Assistant Psychologist

ABL Health Ltd

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Job summary

We are recruiting a team from a range of allied professionals to build a team of specialised clinicians who will provide diagnostic assessments for those on neurodevelopmental pathways. This is a new service and we have several positions across allied health professions available.. The post holder will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide neurodiversity assessments for children and young people.

Assessments will be carried out in line with relevant clinical pathways as outlined within Be u North Yorkshires operational procedure. The post holder will demonstrate an attitude which respects and values clients and their carers.

Main duties of the job

To deliver a high quality, effective and efficient autism diagnostic service to children and young people across Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale.

To assist other team members with the diagnostic process for those suspected of being neuro diverse.

Assist with the appropriate screening of referrals and provide information for referrers, clients and carers.

To support with formulating reports explaining the persons diagnosis for a range of audiences including client, families and other professionals.

To liaise regularly with line manager providing them with an update of caseload.

Ensure assessment is provided in a range of settings suitable to meet the needs of the clients.

Work in a professional and collaborative manner with the multi-disciplinary team.

Provide information, education and support for family members, carers and other relevant professionals.

Participate and promote positive mutli-disciplinary team working.

Participate in regular clinical and managerial supervision with Clinical Lead/Service Manager, as per ABL Health policy.

About us

ABL is an exciting fast-paced, growing community health organisation. As an experienced, CQC registered, provider of community health services, we are passionate about delivering evidence based, innovative, effective, and relevant health care services in partnership with individuals, communities and stakeholders.

We are a value driven organisation, dedicated to reducing health inequalities and improving peoples lives. We would love to hear from you if you would like the opportunity to work with in a close team of committed professionals and you share our values of designing and delivering health services.

Date posted

24 August 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,518 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0343-23-0003ABL455

Job locations

1

Scarborough

North Yorkshire

YO11 1UE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

To deliver a high quality, effective and efficient autism diagnostic service to children and young people across Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale.

To assist other team members with the diagnostic process for those suspected of being neuro diverse.

Assist with the appropriate screening of referrals and provide information for referrers, clients and carers.

To support with formulating reports explaining the persons diagnosis for a range of audiences including client, families and other professionals.

To liaise regularly with line manager providing them with an update of caseload.

Ensure assessment is provided in a range of settings suitable to meet the needs of the clients.

Work in a professional and collaborative manner with the multi-disciplinary team.

Provide information, education and support for family members, carers and other relevant professionals.

Participate and promote positive mutli-disciplinary team working.

Participate in regular clinical and managerial supervision with Clinical Lead/Service Manager, as per ABL Health policy.

Contribute to the development and implementation of integrated care pathways, including appropriate assessments/referrals and models of care.

Compile and maintain effective client records and record outcome measures in conjunction with clients and in accordance with ABL Health policies, procedures and standards.

Participate and assist in setting standards of client care based on sound research findings and evidence based practice.

Undertake delegated responsibilities as agreed with the Team Manager and clinical supervisor.

To manage projects as delegated.

To monitor and evaluate own clinical practice against professional standards, guidelines and policies.

To advise the Service Manager of any service delivery issues.

To identify the need for, and to request, new equipment, resources and assessment tools.

Support the process of staff participation in the formulation of new ideas/suggestions to improve client care and service delivery.

Provide statistical information as required.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

To deliver a high quality, effective and efficient autism diagnostic service to children and young people across Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale.

To assist other team members with the diagnostic process for those suspected of being neuro diverse.

Assist with the appropriate screening of referrals and provide information for referrers, clients and carers.

To support with formulating reports explaining the persons diagnosis for a range of audiences including client, families and other professionals.

To liaise regularly with line manager providing them with an update of caseload.

Ensure assessment is provided in a range of settings suitable to meet the needs of the clients.

Work in a professional and collaborative manner with the multi-disciplinary team.

Provide information, education and support for family members, carers and other relevant professionals.

Participate and promote positive mutli-disciplinary team working.

Participate in regular clinical and managerial supervision with Clinical Lead/Service Manager, as per ABL Health policy.

Contribute to the development and implementation of integrated care pathways, including appropriate assessments/referrals and models of care.

Compile and maintain effective client records and record outcome measures in conjunction with clients and in accordance with ABL Health policies, procedures and standards.

Participate and assist in setting standards of client care based on sound research findings and evidence based practice.

Undertake delegated responsibilities as agreed with the Team Manager and clinical supervisor.

To manage projects as delegated.

To monitor and evaluate own clinical practice against professional standards, guidelines and policies.

To advise the Service Manager of any service delivery issues.

To identify the need for, and to request, new equipment, resources and assessment tools.

Support the process of staff participation in the formulation of new ideas/suggestions to improve client care and service delivery.

Provide statistical information as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • A BPS accredited recognised degree in Psychology conferring Graduate Basis for Registration (GBR).

Desirable

  • ADOS and ADI r certification.

Job Specific Requirements

Essential

  • Values driven, ambitious to improve the lives of people across all ABL Healths services.
  • Quality driven and able to challenge.
  • Diligent and well organised.
  • Effectively communicates, at both written and oral level, complex and sensitive information, taking into account the recipients.
  • Maintains the highest standards of integrity when communicating with staff, clients, family, carers and other professionals.
  • Positive attitude, resilient and innovative.
  • Effective time and organisational skills; able to plan, manage and prioritise own workload.
  • Able to comply with organisational policy, information governance and record keeping.

Experience

Essential

  • Experience with young people who have complex communication, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Language Delay.

Desirable

  • Experience of work with children in a CAMHS or other healthcare setting, including adult healthcare setting.
  • Experience in administering and reporting ADOS and ADI r assessments.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Strong literacy and report writing skills, with excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Effective computer literacy skills, including use of Microsoft Office.
  • Effective communication skills with both clients and staff.

Desirable

  • Experience of working cross organisation to achieve outcomes.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • A BPS accredited recognised degree in Psychology conferring Graduate Basis for Registration (GBR).

Desirable

  • ADOS and ADI r certification.

Job Specific Requirements

Essential

  • Values driven, ambitious to improve the lives of people across all ABL Healths services.
  • Quality driven and able to challenge.
  • Diligent and well organised.
  • Effectively communicates, at both written and oral level, complex and sensitive information, taking into account the recipients.
  • Maintains the highest standards of integrity when communicating with staff, clients, family, carers and other professionals.
  • Positive attitude, resilient and innovative.
  • Effective time and organisational skills; able to plan, manage and prioritise own workload.
  • Able to comply with organisational policy, information governance and record keeping.

Experience

Essential

  • Experience with young people who have complex communication, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Language Delay.

Desirable

  • Experience of work with children in a CAMHS or other healthcare setting, including adult healthcare setting.
  • Experience in administering and reporting ADOS and ADI r assessments.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Strong literacy and report writing skills, with excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Effective computer literacy skills, including use of Microsoft Office.
  • Effective communication skills with both clients and staff.

Desirable

  • Experience of working cross organisation to achieve outcomes.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

ABL Health Ltd

Address

1

Scarborough

North Yorkshire

YO11 1UE


Employer's website

https://www.ablhealth.co.uk/work-for-us/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

ABL Health Ltd

Address

1

Scarborough

North Yorkshire

YO11 1UE


Employer's website

https://www.ablhealth.co.uk/work-for-us/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Adele Yellow

ayellow@ablhealth.co.uk

01204570999

Date posted

24 August 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,518 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0343-23-0003ABL455

Job locations

1

Scarborough

North Yorkshire

YO11 1UE


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