CBT - P (Psychosis) Practitioner inPlymouth inPlymouth PUBLISHED 31 OCT 2024
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30 hours per week.
The post holder will deliver high quality comprehensive mental health service within the Early intervention for Psychosis team. Insight is a team that have been undergoing a lot of development and an exciting opportunity to be part of this growth has come up.
Insight provides well rounded care following the Early intervention for Psychosis standards. We offer those experiencing first episode psychosis a three year service and within that 3 years we aspire to offer a well rounded goals based care approach with the involvement of our clients throughout the journey.
Insight offers the following services delivered in house, Set out by the standards of Early intervention.
Family intervention
CBT for Psychosis
Employment support
Psychology
Carers Group
Coffee Group
Acceptance Commitment Therapy
Psychoeducation Group for friends family and carers.
Care coordination working with outside agencies and teams to ensure effective well rounded care is delivered.
Peer support is part of the modal and we are working hard to develop this area.
This is a very exciting opportunity and a brilliant time to join a hard working developing team and be part of a recovery focused pathway.
Insight is a multi disciplinary team that welcomes passionate individuals who are recovery focused and are willing to work in a trauma informed approach to those experiencing first episode Psychosis.
The role involves delivering CBT to individuals experiencing first episode psychosis within the community setting.
You will contribute to the clinical leadership of the team, providing supervision for other members & participating in team/service development & evaluation.
Communication is key & working relationships, being open to feedback & giving feedback in a productive & with an open minded approach.
Analytical/Judgement skills
Planning/organisational skills
Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment & Therapy
Responsibility for Policy/Service Development Implementation
Responsibility for Finance/Equipment/Other Resources
Responsibility for Human Resources e.g. Supervision/Training/HR Advice/Management
Responsibility for Information Resources/Administrative Duties
You will need to travel to engage with people in their own residence or hospital settings whilst planning discharge. They may need to sit for prolonged periods to compile complex reports.
Please note that this role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility.
Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline if a high number of applications are submitted. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
All Livewell Southwest staff are expected to able and willing to work across a 7 day service
Job Share(s) Considered
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
5.1
Provide a specialist CBT-P assessment and treatment service for individuals, couples, families, carers and groups, city wide.
5.2 To provide services, advice and support to other areas of Livewell Southwest as required.
5.3 To contribute to the delivery and the development of clinical services through collaboration with professional staff and other disciplines.
5.4 Maintain appropriate clinical records in line with Livewell Southwest policy.
5.5 To encourage consultation by users, LSW staff, GP, Social Services, the Inpatient Units and others working within local services.
5.6 To contribute to a programme of continual professional development for Insight and CBT providers across Livewell Southwest.
5.7 To teach, as required, on professional courses within the Mental Health Service and at the University of Plymouth.
5.8 To prepare and deliver CBT-P training across the SW Peninsula in partnership with Plymouth University.
5.9 To supervise trainees on placement as appropriate.
5.10 To contribute to a programme of continuing professional development for CBT provision across the organisation.
5.11 To keep up to date with current evidenced based treatments and be involved in research as agreed with your line manager.
5.12 To conduct research and evaluation relevant to the provision of CBT services and more widely as required.
5.13 To participate in the regular use of outcome measure most suited to patients experiencing Psychosis.
5.14 To keep up to date with relevant research literature on evidence based practice.
5.15 To liaise and work in partnership with other mental health providers and with relevant and statutory agencies in the community.
5.16 To liaise with other specialists both regionally and nationally as appropriate.
5.17 To encourage consultation by users, LSW staff, GPs Social Services, Inpatient units and others working within local services.
5.18 Contribute to delivery and development of clinical services through collaboration with professional staff and other disciplines.
5.19 To contribute to the maintenance and development of office system and procedures within the service.
5.20 To maintain appropriate service statistics and electronic records of work within the requirement of polices covering Care Management and Care Programme Approach.
5.21 To provide regular information on services.
5.22 To attend Insight service meetings, and other meetings relevant to the post holder.
5.23 To participate in annual appraisal with the Service Manager.
5.24 Whilst maintaining clinical autonomy, to receive regular clinical supervision from an appropriately qualified and experienced supervisor and maintain the highest professional standards.
5.25 To be aware of current developments within the profession and to continue to maintain and further develop professional knowledge and skills.
5.26 To work with appropriate professional agencies.
5.27 Keep abreast, through study and attendance at National and Local conferences, of developments in CBT and pursue CPD as advised.
5.28 To adhere to LSW Policies and Procedures.
5.29 To maintain own professional registration to governing bodies as appropriate.
5.30 To carry out such other clinical and administrative duties. .
5.31 To act as a clinical expert in the field of CBT providing consultation and education to the staff within LSW and Insight as required.
5.32 To work as an autonomous clinician providing specialist CBT assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and development of CBT treatment to adults with Psychosis presentation.
5.33 Monitors and ensures maintenance of standards of treatment/care/confidentiality as set down by policies, procedures, and legislation & professional bodies (HCPC/NMC and BABCP).
5.34 Provide clinical information through written and electronic assessment, progress, discharge and follow up reports and letters to referrers.
5.35 To provide specialist CBT supervision for the staff within LSW as required.
5.36 Administer clinical measures to review efficacy/efficiency of treatment.
5.37 To use research to develop and improve outcomes.
5.38 Contribute to the development of policies which relate to the delivery of CBT.
5.39 Adhere to HCPC/NMC and BABCP professional codes of conduct.
COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS
6.1 To demonstrate excellent communication skills with clients, staff, family members/carers
and wider health network.
6.2 To ensure information about clients assessment/treatment is accurately recorded using
the clinical record system.
6.3 Is able to impart complex and sensitive information to patients and families/carers and
related health care professionals.
6.4 To ensure good working relationships with all other health professionals across the health
network.
7. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB
The role will involve a lot of sitting with clients in therapy rooms. It may require some standing for 2 hours at a time whilst delivering groups. There will also be frequent use of computer.
8. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ALL POSTS
The post holder is required to comply with all relevant policies and procedures pertinent to their post. Current versions can be found on the intranet or via your manager. The areas listed below are those Livewell Southwest currently places particular emphasis on. Failure to follow correct policies and procedures may result in disciplinary action.
8.1 Risk Management
In accordance with the Risk Management Strategy, employees will participate, whenever required, with the risk management process. They will support line managers by attending mandatory and statutory training, completing incident/accident forms for every adverse event or near miss that occurs, report all defects and complaints, and communicate any dangerous situation to individuals potentially at risk.
Health and Safety at Work
You must co-operate with those in authority and others in meeting the statutory requirements and in following policies and procedures. A copy of the Health and Safety Policy is available from the intranet or from the Risk Management Department.
You are reminded that in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 you have a duty to take reasonable care to avoid injury to yourself and to others affected by your work activities.
You will be notified where your post carries a requirement for immunisation.
You may be required to be able to undertake physical intervention training and participate in physical intervention as part of a physical intervention team and Basic Life Support (BLS).
8.3 Infection Control
Livewell Southwest is determined to eradicate healthcare-acquired infection and puts a great deal of emphasis on the responsibility of all staff to ensure their own personal and others compliance with Infection Control (including Hand Washing) Policies. All staff must comply with infection control policies and guidance, attend relevant updates and report issues of concern to their immediate line manager (if no action or explanation received, then it is the individuals responsibility to escalate their concerns to the Director of Operations or Chief Executives Office).
8.4 Safeguarding Children
and Adults
All employees have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults and are required to act in such a way that at all times safeguards their health and wellbeing. Familiarisation with and adherence to national and local safeguarding adults and children policies is an essential requirement upon all employees. Livewell Southwest has specific safeguarding policies and in addition, employees also have a responsibility to practice and work within the multi-agency policy developed by the Safeguarding Adults Board and the Safeguarding Children Board. Staff are also required to participate in related mandatory/statutory training.
8.5 Research
For clinical posts at bands 5 and 6, there is an expectation that engagement in research will be part of this role. Therefore, an awareness of the value and relevance of research is expected and the post holder should either support existing research within their specialty area as appropriate or identify opportunities to raise awareness of research possibilities. For clinical posts at band 7 and above, the post holder will be required to actively participate in complex audits using research methodology, or participate as required in clinical trials or equipment testing, and will demonstrate high level involvement in local ongoing research projects.
8.6 Sustainability and climate change
All staff are expected to take responsibility for the reduction of carbon emissions within their area of the organisation. In particular this may relate to reducing energy consumption, making low carbon travel choices, consideration of goods and services being purchased, and waste reduction.
This Job Description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and their manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting.
The Working Time Regulations apply to all employees of Livewell Southwest. In particular, Livewell Southwest will not permit staff in all employments to work in excess of 48 hours in any one week except where there are exceptional service needs where an absolute limit of averaging over a reference period of 17 weeks would apply.
30 hours per week.
The post holder will deliver high quality comprehensive mental health service within the Early intervention for Psychosis team. Insight is a team that have been undergoing a lot of development and an exciting opportunity to be part of this growth has come up.
Insight provides well rounded care following the Early intervention for Psychosis standards. We offer those experiencing first episode psychosis a three year service and within that 3 years we aspire to offer a well rounded goals based care approach with the involvement of our clients throughout the journey.
Insight offers the following services delivered in house, Set out by the standards of Early intervention.
Family intervention
CBT for Psychosis
Employment support
Psychology
Carers Group
Coffee Group
Acceptance Commitment Therapy
Psychoeducation Group for friends family and carers.
Care coordination working with outside agencies and teams to ensure effective well rounded care is delivered.
Peer support is part of the modal and we are working hard to develop this area.
This is a very exciting opportunity and a brilliant time to join a hard working developing team and be part of a recovery focused pathway.
Insight is a multi disciplinary team that welcomes passionate individuals who are recovery focused and are willing to work in a trauma informed approach to those experiencing first episode Psychosis.
The role involves delivering CBT to individuals experiencing first episode psychosis within the community setting.
You will contribute to the clinical leadership of the team, providing supervision for other members & participating in team/service development & evaluation.
Communication is key & working relationships, being open to feedback & giving feedback in a productive & with an open minded approach.
Analytical/Judgement skills
Planning/organisational skills
Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment & Therapy
Responsibility for Policy/Service Development Implementation
Responsibility for Finance/Equipment/Other Resources
Responsibility for Human Resources e.g. Supervision/Training/HR Advice/Management
Responsibility for Information Resources/Administrative Duties
You will need to travel to engage with people in their own residence or hospital settings whilst planning discharge. They may need to sit for prolonged periods to compile complex reports.
Please note that this role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility.
Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline if a high number of applications are submitted. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
All Livewell Southwest staff are expected to able and willing to work across a 7 day service
Job Share(s) Considered
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MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
5.1
Provide a specialist CBT-P assessment and treatment service for individuals, couples, families, carers and groups, city wide.
5.2 To provide services, advice and support to other areas of Livewell Southwest as required.
5.3 To contribute to the delivery and the development of clinical services through collaboration with professional staff and other disciplines.
5.4 Maintain appropriate clinical records in line with Livewell Southwest policy.
5.5 To encourage consultation by users, LSW staff, GP, Social Services, the Inpatient Units and others working within local services.
5.6 To contribute to a programme of continual professional development for Insight and CBT providers across Livewell Southwest.
5.7 To teach, as required, on professional courses within the Mental Health Service and at the University of Plymouth.
5.8 To prepare and deliver CBT-P training across the SW Peninsula in partnership with Plymouth University.
5.9 To supervise trainees on placement as appropriate.
5.10 To contribute to a programme of continuing professional development for CBT provision across the organisation.
5.11 To keep up to date with current evidenced based treatments and be involved in research as agreed with your line manager.
5.12 To conduct research and evaluation relevant to the provision of CBT services and more widely as required.
5.13 To participate in the regular use of outcome measure most suited to patients experiencing Psychosis.
5.14 To keep up to date with relevant research literature on evidence based practice.
5.15 To liaise and work in partnership with other mental health providers and with relevant and statutory agencies in the community.
5.16 To liaise with other specialists both regionally and nationally as appropriate.
5.17 To encourage consultation by users, LSW staff, GPs Social Services, Inpatient units and others working within local services.
5.18 Contribute to delivery and development of clinical services through collaboration with professional staff and other disciplines.
5.19 To contribute to the maintenance and development of office system and procedures within the service.
5.20 To maintain appropriate service statistics and electronic records of work within the requirement of polices covering Care Management and Care Programme Approach.
5.21 To provide regular information on services.
5.22 To attend Insight service meetings, and other meetings relevant to the post holder.
5.23 To participate in annual appraisal with the Service Manager.
5.24 Whilst maintaining clinical autonomy, to receive regular clinical supervision from an appropriately qualified and experienced supervisor and maintain the highest professional standards.
5.25 To be aware of current developments within the profession and to continue to maintain and further develop professional knowledge and skills.
5.26 To work with appropriate professional agencies.
5.27 Keep abreast, through study and attendance at National and Local conferences, of developments in CBT and pursue CPD as advised.
5.28 To adhere to LSW Policies and Procedures.
5.29 To maintain own professional registration to governing bodies as appropriate.
5.30 To carry out such other clinical and administrative duties. .
5.31 To act as a clinical expert in the field of CBT providing consultation and education to the staff within LSW and Insight as required.
5.32 To work as an autonomous clinician providing specialist CBT assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and development of CBT treatment to adults with Psychosis presentation.
5.33 Monitors and ensures maintenance of standards of treatment/care/confidentiality as set down by policies, procedures, and legislation & professional bodies (HCPC/NMC and BABCP).
5.34 Provide clinical information through written and electronic assessment, progress, discharge and follow up reports and letters to referrers.
5.35 To provide specialist CBT supervision for the staff within LSW as required.
5.36 Administer clinical measures to review efficacy/efficiency of treatment.
5.37 To use research to develop and improve outcomes.
5.38 Contribute to the development of policies which relate to the delivery of CBT.
5.39 Adhere to HCPC/NMC and BABCP professional codes of conduct.
COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS
6.1 To demonstrate excellent communication skills with clients, staff, family members/carers
and wider health network.
6.2 To ensure information about clients assessment/treatment is accurately recorded using
the clinical record system.
6.3 Is able to impart complex and sensitive information to patients and families/carers and
related health care professionals.
6.4 To ensure good working relationships with all other health professionals across the health
network.
7. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB
The role will involve a lot of sitting with clients in therapy rooms. It may require some standing for 2 hours at a time whilst delivering groups. There will also be frequent use of computer.
8. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ALL POSTS
The post holder is required to comply with all relevant policies and procedures pertinent to their post. Current versions can be found on the intranet or via your manager. The areas listed below are those Livewell Southwest currently places particular emphasis on. Failure to follow correct policies and procedures may result in disciplinary action.
8.1 Risk Management
In accordance with the Risk Management Strategy, employees will participate, whenever required, with the risk management process. They will support line managers by attending mandatory and statutory training, completing incident/accident forms for every adverse event or near miss that occurs, report all defects and complaints, and communicate any dangerous situation to individuals potentially at risk.
Health and Safety at Work
You must co-operate with those in authority and others in meeting the statutory requirements and in following policies and procedures. A copy of the Health and Safety Policy is available from the intranet or from the Risk Management Department.
You are reminded that in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 you have a duty to take reasonable care to avoid injury to yourself and to others affected by your work activities.
You will be notified where your post carries a requirement for immunisation.
You may be required to be able to undertake physical intervention training and participate in physical intervention as part of a physical intervention team and Basic Life Support (BLS).
8.3 Infection Control
Livewell Southwest is determined to eradicate healthcare-acquired infection and puts a great deal of emphasis on the responsibility of all staff to ensure their own personal and others compliance with Infection Control (including Hand Washing) Policies. All staff must comply with infection control policies and guidance, attend relevant updates and report issues of concern to their immediate line manager (if no action or explanation received, then it is the individuals responsibility to escalate their concerns to the Director of Operations or Chief Executives Office).
8.4 Safeguarding Children
and Adults
All employees have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults and are required to act in such a way that at all times safeguards their health and wellbeing. Familiarisation with and adherence to national and local safeguarding adults and children policies is an essential requirement upon all employees. Livewell Southwest has specific safeguarding policies and in addition, employees also have a responsibility to practice and work within the multi-agency policy developed by the Safeguarding Adults Board and the Safeguarding Children Board. Staff are also required to participate in related mandatory/statutory training.
8.5 Research
For clinical posts at bands 5 and 6, there is an expectation that engagement in research will be part of this role. Therefore, an awareness of the value and relevance of research is expected and the post holder should either support existing research within their specialty area as appropriate or identify opportunities to raise awareness of research possibilities. For clinical posts at band 7 and above, the post holder will be required to actively participate in complex audits using research methodology, or participate as required in clinical trials or equipment testing, and will demonstrate high level involvement in local ongoing research projects.
8.6 Sustainability and climate change
All staff are expected to take responsibility for the reduction of carbon emissions within their area of the organisation. In particular this may relate to reducing energy consumption, making low carbon travel choices, consideration of goods and services being purchased, and waste reduction.
This Job Description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and their manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting.
The Working Time Regulations apply to all employees of Livewell Southwest. In particular, Livewell Southwest will not permit staff in all employments to work in excess of 48 hours in any one week except where there are exceptional service needs where an absolute limit of averaging over a reference period of 17 weeks would apply.
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