Clinical Psychologist

2 weeks ago

Sutton, United Kingdom Cognus Limited Full time

Job summary

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking to recruit anenthusiastic, innovative, and creative qualified Clinical Psychologist with interestand expertise in autism to join our small friendly team as we continue our commissionedinitiative to improve the neurodevelopmental and mental health serviceexperience for autistic children and young people within Sutton. You will bepart of the team helping to revolutionise the service journey and care forautistic young people.

Applicantswill need to demonstrate good knowledge and strong understanding ofpsychological frame works and practice. They will need to have a First ClassHonours Degree or 2:1 Honours Degree in Psychology.

There must be an understanding of child development, autism, ADHD,other concerns linked to autism, trauma, attachment, anxiety and depression.Applicants must have experience of working with autistic young people betweenthe ages of 8-18. Applicants will alsoneed to have experience of applying psychology theory in community settingswith strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Main duties of the job

As further enhancementand extension of the neurodevelopmental pathway provision, we would like togive the opportunity to a full time Clinical Psychologist (Band 7equivalent) to work on our new post diagnostic initiative The Autism Plan (TheA Plan). The job role will include:

Support in providing diagnostic assessmentfor Autism Post diagnostic mental healthinterventions when needed as identified by The A Plan. Oversee the A Plan post diagnosticpathway Psychological consultation to colleagueswithin our company Cognus and external agencies Support/supervision to junior team membersof the team Contribution to research initiatives Teaching opportunities

We encourage the pursuit of interests associated with Autism and mentalhealth, clinically and research wise. Weare strong advocates for continued supervision and CPD. There isscope for working from home part of the working week.

About us

Clinical Psychology Cognus is commissioned by the NHS SouthwestLondon Clinical Commissioning Group to provide services for the borough ofSutton. Our work includes conducting neurodevelopmentalassessments, post diagnostic neurodevelopmental and mental health supportinterventions, group work, liaising with local CAHMS, schools and otheragencies.

You will give us great commitment and in return we offer an excellent packageincluding:

i)Salary of £44, per annum (Cognus Band 3)

ii)Workplace pension scheme 4% to 8%matched contributions

iii)28 days annual leave pro rata(plus Bank Holidays)

iv)Regular manager support andsupervision

v)Hybrid and flexible working

vi)Staff benefits package, currentlyincluding Employee Assistance Programme, Perkbox and (upon completion ofprobation) Sovereign Healthcare Cashback plans

vii)Staff Council, Staff EDI group and Mental Health FirstAiders to support wellbeing and inclusion

viii)Cognus Coaching Programmes

ix)An ambitious culture with friendly and supportivecolleagues

If you are interested and would like to beconsidered for this role, please apply to with thecompleted application form, outlining your suitability.

The deadline for receipt is midnight on Thursday 30th May 2024. Candidatesare requested to be available for interview in the week of 10th June 2024.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

KEY TASKS

To provide high quality evidence based clinical psychology service forautistic children and adolescents. Touphold the discipline and practices of clinical psychology.

Clinical

Conductingdiagnostic assessments for using standardised assessment tools for possible Autismand related neurodevelopmental and behavioural and/or mental health concernsfor children and young adolescents. Tocommunicate in a highly skilled and sensitive manner, information concerningthe assessment, formulation, and recommendations for people with complexpresentations of Autism Conductingmental health and autism specific intervention/support sessions ConductingADOS or play based assessments when necessary to identify difficultiesexperienced by young people as part of the diagnostic process. Work incollaboration with the wider network, including parents, school, and socialcare when necessary Liaiseor work directly with all the specialists and professionals concerned on specific cases when required.

Supervision

Toparticipate in regular clinical supervision with Principal Clinical Psychologistand supervise Assistant Psychologist

Research

Tocontribute to research project when applicable

General

Organiseown workload under the direct support and supervision of Service Lead Ensureall duties are carried out in accordance with Health & Safety regulationsas given in the Health & Safety Manual Tocarry out, as and when required, any additional tasks and responsibilities asare reasonable compatible with this job description and its objectives. ThisJob Description is not exhaustive and the postholder may be required toundertake other appropriate duties and projects from time to time.

This job description and personspecification outlines the summary of key accountabilities and is not anexhaustive list of duties and, is subject to periodical review and changes inline with the business needs.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

a. Diagnostic Assessment of Autism b. Worked with autistic young children and adolescents with co-morbidities c. Worked with young children and adolescents with mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma. d. Implemented post diagnostic interventions for autistic children and adolescents e. Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team. f. Audit or research experience

Desirable

a. Interest in Autism and mental health b. Interest in Female Autism c. Interest in Transgender and Autism d. Interest in research e. Interest in autism across cultures f. Working knowledge of social media

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

a. Have a working understanding of child and adolescent development. b. Knowledge of Acts and policies related to children. c. Good knowledge of CBT and/or other evidence based interventions d. Demonstrate good literacy and report writing skills. e. Knowledge of risk and safeguarding

Qualifications

Essential

a.

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