Psychotherapist

**1. POST SUMMARY**

**POST**:
Psychotherapist

**GRADE**:
8

**CONTRACT**:
Bank

**ACCOUNTABLE TO**:
Clinical Lead

**DEPARTMENT**:
Clinical Hub Team

**WAGE**:
£19.35 per hour

**LOCATION**

Bolton

**2. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT**

It is the policy of ReconnectNow Ltd that neither a member of the public, nor any member of staff, will be discriminated against by reason of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, disability, ethnic origin, religion, creed, or colour.

Individuals can expect to have their views listened to, particularly when they are raising legitimate concerns about the quality of the service provided. ReconnectNow Ltd is committed to the spirit of as well as the letter of the law, and to promote and champion equality and opportunity in all fields.

This job description serves to illustrate the scope and responsibilities of the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties.

**3. JOB PURPOSE**

We seek a dedicated and qualified psychotherapist experienced in delivering Therapeutic Life Story Work to join our growing Clinical Hub Team. In this role, you'll provide psychotherapy and other therapeutic services to children in a school setting with complex mental health needs.

Using Psychotherapy, you'll assist them in expressing and processing emotions, dealing with trauma, and improving well-being.

As part of Therapeutic Life Story Work, you'll guide children to explore and understand their past. Using creative methods and play, you'll help them connect past experiences with current emotions and behaviours.

Collaborating with the team around the child which includes professionals and families, your focus is on navigating complex emotions, coping with trauma, and fostering overall well-being.

Upholding ethical standards, you'll contribute to the holistic support of each child, traveling within the community as needed. Your role is vital in creating a safe space for self-discovery and positive impact.

**4. VALUES**

The post holder would be required to work to ReconnectNow Ltd Values:
Post holders will also be required to understand and work in accordance with ReconnectNow Ltd policies and to put children and young people and families at the heart of their work.

1. Communication

2. Commitment

3. Compassion

4. Respect

5. Integrity

6. Love

**5. Key Relationships**

These will include, but not be restricted to:

- Clinical Hub Team
- Health Care Professionals
- Local Authority (LA)
- Education Sector
- Schools
- Other stakeholders

**6. WORKING CONDITIONS**
- Carry out duties and responsibilities effectively in a range of setting and operating a clear diary.
- The post holder may be working in environments where there is a risk of physical and verbal aggression.
- The post holder must be able to work independently but will be accountable to, and supported by, the clinical lead.
- The post holder will note their working week will be spread across Monday to Friday, but what hours are worked on what days may be negotiated.
- Occasionally, flexibility is required to participate in meetings, training and to support service needs.
- The post holder will be required to lone work.

**7. REHABILITATION OF OFFENDERS**

Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, the post is exempt for the provisions of Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions Order) 1975.

**8. NO SMOKING POLICY**

ReconnectNow Ltd adheres to a smoke-free policy within its premises and facilities of operations.

**9. DATA QUALITY**

The efficient and effective management of referrals, client records, and other stakeholder inquiries / reports at ReconnectNow Ltd relies on the foundation of high-quality data. Information derived from client interactions, staff details, and stakeholder communications is indispensable for the organisation's smooth operation and optimal utilisation of resources to benefit clients, stakeholders, and staff.

The responsibility for maintaining good data quality is a shared commitment among all individuals involved in recording client, staff, and other stakeholder information, whether their role is clinical or operational within ReconnectNow Ltd.

Every staff member engaged in recording client, staff, and stakeholder information, be it through electronic means or on paper, carries the responsibility to ensure that the data is accurate, timely, and as comprehensive as possible.

This commitment to data quality is crucial for the organisation's overall efficiency and its ability to serve clients, stakeholders, staff, and communities effectively.

**10. CONFIDENTIALITY**

The post holder must maintain the confidentiality of information about clients, staff, other stakeholders, and the organisation business in accordance with the Caldicott principles and with legal obligations under the Data Protection Act 2018 (the ‘2018 Act’) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (‘GDP