Our trust has around 10,000 staff serving 1.6 million patients. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.
Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.
Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Crisis and Liaison Intervention Service To undertake initial mental health and risk assessments of young people following acts of deliberate self-harm. These will take place mainly in A&E, Crisis Hubs and on the paediatric wards. We use Biopsychosocial modality to undertake comprehensive assessments which will inform care plans. To undertake initial mental health and risk assessments following other risky behaviors and urgent mental health presentations, in the A&E departments and the hubs. To consult with staff at the Tier 3 CAMHS teams to provide further specialist assessment if necessary. To follow the assessment protocol for such cases and to complete the clinical record on the relevant electronic patient records. To identify and respond appropriately to child protection issues within Local Authority, Pan– London and national Safeguarding Children guidelines. To provide training to the mental health leads of children’s wards, A&E staff and others as appropriate. CAMHS Tier 3 Work To formulate and implement care packages for the treatment and management of the clients’ mental health problems, based on an appropriate conceptual framework and evidence-based models of practice. To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options in consultation with the multi-disciplinary team taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models. To act as a co-worker with other members of the multidisciplinary team as appropriate. To provide advice, guidance and consultation to other professionals working in other agencies and contribute to multi-agency care planning. To maintain clinical records appropriately and in line with the Trust policy. To ensure effective verbal and written communication with all staff and clients in order to maximise user involvement in the delivery of care and treatment. To comply with London Child Protection Procedures on the management of child protection issues as well as North Central London NHS Foundation Trust internal procedures.
Administration To keep up to date comprehensive clinical notes and prepare formal documents such as letters, discharge summaries and reports. To complete handover documentation at end of each shift. The Trust operates the EPR electronic patient records system. All records are to be kept on EPR and other Hospital Patient record Systems, in accordance with Trust policy. To maintain and record client contact statistics. To ensure administrative tasks are completed within the time scales set down in the service standards. To attend team meetings, huddles, supervision support sessions and reviews as agreed. To contribute to the formulation and evaluation of policies and the development of ideas for changing policies as appropriate.
Training and Development To undertake mandatory and statutory training as required by Trust policy. To contribute and commit to undertaking an annual Development Review/appraisal. To undertake personal development as identified in the Personal Development Plan (PDP). To participate in continuing professional development, monitoring requirements and make recommendations for the most appropriate model of service delivery. To receive professional, clinical, and managerial supervision from the Lead Clinician for CAMHS crisis team. To participate in annual performance appraisal and review, in line with Agenda for Change and Knowledge and Skills Framework.
Service Development To participate with the NCL CAMHS OOHCS Team Manager in developing the Crisis Service within CAMHS. To participate in the collation, analysis and dissemination of statistics relating to the activity of the service and plan against service targets, e.g. reduction in use of referrals to inpatient services. The post holder will positively promote flexibility and integration between the crisis team and other CAMHS teams. Person specification
TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS
Essential criteria
Qualification at degree level or equivalent and registration with relevant professional body with a core profession clinical/counselling Psychology, psychotherapy, systemic family psychotherapy social work, nursing, occupational therapy. Relevant training or qualification in child and adolescent mental health. Relevant training on safeguarding and child protection. Desirable criteria
Training in one of the main therapeutic modalities. EXPERIENCE
Essential criteria
Experience of clinical and risk assessment and treatment of children and young people across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, primary care and inpatient settings. Previous experience of working in CAMHS, with proven track record of working with children, young people and their families offering assessment and stabilisation during periods of high risk. Experience of caseload management. Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team. Desirable criteria
Experience of teaching colleagues of other disciplines. Experience of working in an adolescent inpatient setting. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Essential criteria
Working knowledge in at least one model of therapeutic work (e.g. Systemic, CBT, SFT, Psychodynamic). Teaching skills in clinical settings. Capacity to deal with working conditions that may occasionally involve verbal abuse and frequent exposure to highly emotive material such as child abuse and family breakdown. Awareness of current national guidelines and policies in the field of CAMHS. Good computer skills and knowledge of patient management systems. Accurate record keeping. Evidence of continuing professional development. Desirable criteria
Specific knowledge of current issues for Adolescent mental health. Experience in using CBT techniques. Experience in setting up and facilitating groups. Specific knowledge of current issues for Adolescent mental health. Covid-19 Vaccination Getting vaccinated, and getting a booster, remains the best defence against COVID-19. We encourage and support staff to get COVID-19 vaccine and a booster dose as and when they are eligible.
AT* - Apprenticeship Training . Where AT* is entered next to the job title indicates that this vacancy is for an apprenticeship role. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS.
This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Therefore we require you to complete your statutory and mandatory e-learning modules prior to joining our organisation. If you are an
EU/EEA citizen
who does not have EU Settlement or Pre-Settled status, you will require a visa to work in the UK. Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Before submitting your application and to avoid disappointment please check that you are eligible under the UKVI points based system. If you are offered a role with one of the NLPSS partner trusts, as part of pre-employment checks your
identity and right to work documentation will be verified remotely
(in most circumstances), using a certified identity verification service provider TrustID. You will be asked to capture an image of the relevant documents as well as a “selfie” using your smartphone/tablet (if available) for facial matching. TrustID will also perform a digital address check using Trunarrative and Equifax, which is a soft check and does not leave a footprint on your credit rating. For more information, visit www.trustid.co.uk The Trust uses
electronic new starter forms
on Trac to collect personal details. Information collected is securely stored and used to set up the employee record on the ESR HR system. The Trust will request a DBS
(CRB) if post involves regulated activities. The Trust is compliant with the Disclosure and Barring Service Codes of practice and the Rehabilitation of offenders act. By applying for this post you are agreeing to Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
transferring the information
contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are offered a job, information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system. Please be aware of
scams
– unless specified above, we will only communicate with you via @recruit.trac.jobs or nhs.net e-mails and we will never ask you for any payments. Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities. Please note: Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification. Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job. Interview arrangements will be communicated via email so please check your email regularly following the closing date. Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Crisis and Liaison Intervention Service To undertake initial mental health and risk assessments of young people following acts of deliberate self-harm. These will take place mainly in A&E, Crisis Hubs and on the paediatric wards. We use Biopsychosocial modality to undertake comprehensive assessments which will inform care plans. To undertake initial mental health and risk assessments following other risky behaviors and urgent mental health presentations, in the A&E departments and the hubs. To consult with staff at the Tier 3 CAMHS teams to provide further specialist assessment if necessary. To follow the assessment protocol for such cases and to complete the clinical record on the relevant electronic patient records. To identify and respond appropriately to child protection issues within Local Authority, Pan– London and national Safeguarding Children guidelines. To provide training to the mental health leads of children’s wards, A&E staff and others as appropriate. CAMHS Tier 3 Work To formulate and implement care packages for the treatment and management of the clients’ mental health problems, based on an appropriate conceptual framework and evidence-based models of practice. To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options in consultation with the multi-disciplinary team taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models. To act as a co-worker with other members of the multidisciplinary team as appropriate. To provide advice, guidance and consultation to other professionals working in other agencies and contribute to multi-agency care planning. To maintain clinical records appropriately and in line with the Trust policy. To ensure effective verbal and written communication with all staff and clients in order to maximise user involvement in the delivery of care and treatment. To comply with London Child Protection Procedures on the management of child protection issues as well as North Central London NHS Foundation Trust internal procedures.
Administration To keep up to date comprehensive clinical notes and prepare formal documents such as letters, discharge summaries and reports. To complete handover documentation at end of each shift. The Trust operates the EPR electronic patient records system. All records are to be kept on EPR and other Hospital Patient record Systems, in accordance with Trust policy. To maintain and record client contact statistics. To ensure administrative tasks are completed within the time scales set down in the service standards. To attend team meetings, huddles, supervision support sessions and reviews as agreed. To contribute to the formulation and evaluation of policies and the development of ideas for changing policies as appropriate.
Training and Development To undertake mandatory and statutory training as required by Trust policy. To contribute and commit to undertaking an annual Development Review/appraisal. To undertake personal development as identified in the Personal Development Plan (PDP). To participate in continuing professional development, monitoring requirements and make recommendations for the most appropriate model of service delivery. To receive professional, clinical, and managerial supervision from the Lead Clinician for CAMHS crisis team. To participate in annual performance appraisal and review, in line with Agenda for Change and Knowledge and Skills Framework.
Service Development To participate with the NCL CAMHS OOHCS Team Manager in developing the Crisis Service within CAMHS. To participate in the collation, analysis and dissemination of statistics relating to the activity of the service and plan against service targets, e.g. reduction in use of referrals to inpatient services. The post holder will positively promote flexibility and integration between the crisis team and other CAMHS teams. Person specification
TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS
Essential criteria
Qualification at degree level or equivalent and registration with relevant professional body with a core profession clinical/counselling Psychology, psychotherapy, systemic family psychotherapy social work, nursing, occupational therapy. Relevant training or qualification in child and adolescent mental health. Relevant training on safeguarding and child protection. Desirable criteria
Training in one of the main therapeutic modalities. EXPERIENCE
Essential criteria
Experience of clinical and risk assessment and treatment of children and young people across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, primary care and inpatient settings. Previous experience of working in CAMHS, with proven track record of working with children, young people and their families offering assessment and stabilisation during periods of high risk. Experience of caseload management. Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team. Desirable criteria
Experience of teaching colleagues of other disciplines. Experience of working in an adolescent inpatient setting. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Essential criteria
Working knowledge in at least one model of therapeutic work (e.g. Systemic, CBT, SFT, Psychodynamic). Teaching skills in clinical settings. Capacity to deal with working conditions that may occasionally involve verbal abuse and frequent exposure to highly emotive material such as child abuse and family breakdown. Awareness of current national guidelines and policies in the field of CAMHS. Good computer skills and knowledge of patient management systems. Accurate record keeping. Evidence of continuing professional development. Desirable criteria
Specific knowledge of current issues for Adolescent mental health. Experience in using CBT techniques. Experience in setting up and facilitating groups. Specific knowledge of current issues for Adolescent mental health. Covid-19 Vaccination Getting vaccinated, and getting a booster, remains the best defence against COVID-19. We encourage and support staff to get COVID-19 vaccine and a booster dose as and when they are eligible.
AT* - Apprenticeship Training . Where AT* is entered next to the job title indicates that this vacancy is for an apprenticeship role. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS.
This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Therefore we require you to complete your statutory and mandatory e-learning modules prior to joining our organisation. If you are an
EU/EEA citizen
who does not have EU Settlement or Pre-Settled status, you will require a visa to work in the UK. Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Before submitting your application and to avoid disappointment please check that you are eligible under the UKVI points based system. If you are offered a role with one of the NLPSS partner trusts, as part of pre-employment checks your
identity and right to work documentation will be verified remotely
(in most circumstances), using a certified identity verification service provider TrustID. You will be asked to capture an image of the relevant documents as well as a “selfie” using your smartphone/tablet (if available) for facial matching. TrustID will also perform a digital address check using Trunarrative and Equifax, which is a soft check and does not leave a footprint on your credit rating. For more information, visit www.trustid.co.uk The Trust uses
electronic new starter forms
on Trac to collect personal details. Information collected is securely stored and used to set up the employee record on the ESR HR system. The Trust will request a DBS
(CRB) if post involves regulated activities. The Trust is compliant with the Disclosure and Barring Service Codes of practice and the Rehabilitation of offenders act. By applying for this post you are agreeing to Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
transferring the information
contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are offered a job, information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system. Please be aware of
scams
– unless specified above, we will only communicate with you via @recruit.trac.jobs or nhs.net e-mails and we will never ask you for any payments. Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities. Please note: Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification. Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job. Interview arrangements will be communicated via email so please check your email regularly following the closing date. Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival. #J-18808-Ljbffr
