This new role offers a unique and impactful opportunity to provide vital psychological support to individuals affected by the aftermath of the Infected Blood Inquiry (IBPS beneficiaries), while also serving a broader population within the Haemophilia Centre.
This role is ideal for someone with significant experience in providing psychological support in healthcare settings, particularly for individuals facing long-term health conditions or traumatic life experiences. Experience with working with people who have haemophilia or similar complex conditions would be highly beneficial, although not strictly necessary. The ability to work autonomously, as well as part of a multidisciplinary team, will be essential for success in this role.
This position provides an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals affected by the infected blood scandal and to support those with haemophilia and related disorders, offering psychological care that enhances overall wellbeing and quality of life.
Main duties of the job
Development & Delivery of Specialist Psychological Services
Tailored Support for IBPS Beneficiaries: The post holder will be responsible for designing, implementing, overseeing a
specialized psychological support service
to meet the
specific needs
of IBPS beneficiaries. This will involve understanding the unique psychological and emotional impacts of the inquiry on those infected and affected, and developing services that can address these needs.
Psychological Services for Haemophilia Patients: In addition to IBPS beneficiaries, the post holder will provide psychological support for patients within the
Haemophilia Centre
who are living with
haemophilia
and other related bleeding disorders.
In-Person and Remote Support: The role includes delivering psychological support both
in-person
and via
remote platforms , ensuring accessibility for patients wherever they are located. This will involve managing patient
pathways
and referrals, coordinating the care journey for each individual to ensure they receive the appropriate level of psychological support.
Person-Centered Assessments and Treatment: Comprehensive psychological formulations
to guide treatment. Development of
individualized treatment plans
to address the emotional and psychological needs of patients. Complex risk assessments
to ensure patient safety.
Job responsibilities
Systematic Evaluation and Improvement Evaluating Service Effectiveness: You will have the responsibility to
systematically evaluate
the psychological services provided to ensure they are effectively meeting the needs of the patients. This includes ongoing assessment of patient satisfaction, therapeutic outcomes, and the continuous improvement of service delivery over time. Collaboration and Multidisciplinary Team Approach
Collaborating with Multidisciplinary Teams (MDTs): As part of a
multidisciplinary team
(MDT), the post holder will work closely with
nurses ,
medical staff , and
consultant haematologists
to ensure that psychological care is integrated into the wider care plan. The aim is to provide
holistic care
for the patient, addressing both the
physical
and
psychological
aspects of their treatment.
Psychosocial Approach to Care Planning: The post holder will provide
psychosocial input
to the wider MDT, ensuring that psychological considerations are incorporated into the overall
care planning
for each patient. This includes providing advice on how to manage the psychological impact of bleeding disorders and, in the case of IBPS beneficiaries, the trauma and distress caused by the inquiry's outcomes.
Consultation and Advice: The post holder will also offer
consultation
and
expert advice
to other healthcare professionals involved in the patients care, particularly regarding the
psychological aspects
of care for patients with haemophilia and IBPS beneficiaries. This could involve direct input into decision-making and supporting staff in addressing psychological challenges in patient management. Autonomy and Professional Guidelines
Working Autonomously: The role requires a high degree of autonomy, with the post holder expected to work independently, managing complex cases and making clinical decisions within professional guidelines.
Documentation and Adherence to Trust Policies: The post holder will be responsible for providing clear and comprehensive documentation of all assessments, treatments, and interactions with patients. This documentation will need to comply with
professional guidelines
and adhere to the
Trust
and
IBPS policies and procedures .
Psychosocial Care and Referrals: The role also involves
making referrals
to other psychological or support services where necessary, ensuring that patients have access to a
full range of care options
based on their individual needs. The post holder will also contribute to
care planning
discussions, offering insights on how psychological support can be integrated into the patients overall treatment strategy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
doctorate or equivalent in clinical or counselling psychology HCPC registration
Desirable
at least 4 years post qualification experience Accreditation in at least one specific NICE-recommended psychological therapy that is widely recommended by NICE across mental health conditions (e.g. CBT) or for specific mental health conditions likely to be encountered in the service (e.g. EMDR for post-traumatic stress disorder, Interpersonal Therapy for depression)
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
Good understanding of the psychology of physical health, in particular specialist blood disorders Demonstrate skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management and their application Experience of teaching, training and/or professional and clinical supervision Evidence of having worked as a clinical psychological specialist under supervision and acquired the minimum knowledge and skills equivalent to a second gateway 8a
Desirable
Good understanding of the history of this concern and the common psychological and physical health consequences Experience of carrying out post-doctoral research, audit and other service evaluation projects Experience of proposing and implementing service development projects within own service area
Governance
Essential
Participation in continual professional development required by the HCPC.
Personal/Professional Attributes
Essential
Ability to take account of the issues of trust, a core concern of beneficiaries. Working well in a team environment
Employer details
Employer name
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kent and Canterbury Hospital
Ethelbert Road
Canterbury
CT1 3NG
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
This role is ideal for someone with significant experience in providing psychological support in healthcare settings, particularly for individuals facing long-term health conditions or traumatic life experiences. Experience with working with people who have haemophilia or similar complex conditions would be highly beneficial, although not strictly necessary. The ability to work autonomously, as well as part of a multidisciplinary team, will be essential for success in this role.
This position provides an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals affected by the infected blood scandal and to support those with haemophilia and related disorders, offering psychological care that enhances overall wellbeing and quality of life.
Main duties of the job
Development & Delivery of Specialist Psychological Services
Tailored Support for IBPS Beneficiaries: The post holder will be responsible for designing, implementing, overseeing a
specialized psychological support service
to meet the
specific needs
of IBPS beneficiaries. This will involve understanding the unique psychological and emotional impacts of the inquiry on those infected and affected, and developing services that can address these needs.
Psychological Services for Haemophilia Patients: In addition to IBPS beneficiaries, the post holder will provide psychological support for patients within the
Haemophilia Centre
who are living with
haemophilia
and other related bleeding disorders.
In-Person and Remote Support: The role includes delivering psychological support both
in-person
and via
remote platforms , ensuring accessibility for patients wherever they are located. This will involve managing patient
pathways
and referrals, coordinating the care journey for each individual to ensure they receive the appropriate level of psychological support.
Person-Centered Assessments and Treatment: Comprehensive psychological formulations
to guide treatment. Development of
individualized treatment plans
to address the emotional and psychological needs of patients. Complex risk assessments
to ensure patient safety.
Job responsibilities
Systematic Evaluation and Improvement Evaluating Service Effectiveness: You will have the responsibility to
systematically evaluate
the psychological services provided to ensure they are effectively meeting the needs of the patients. This includes ongoing assessment of patient satisfaction, therapeutic outcomes, and the continuous improvement of service delivery over time. Collaboration and Multidisciplinary Team Approach
Collaborating with Multidisciplinary Teams (MDTs): As part of a
multidisciplinary team
(MDT), the post holder will work closely with
nurses ,
medical staff , and
consultant haematologists
to ensure that psychological care is integrated into the wider care plan. The aim is to provide
holistic care
for the patient, addressing both the
physical
and
psychological
aspects of their treatment.
Psychosocial Approach to Care Planning: The post holder will provide
psychosocial input
to the wider MDT, ensuring that psychological considerations are incorporated into the overall
care planning
for each patient. This includes providing advice on how to manage the psychological impact of bleeding disorders and, in the case of IBPS beneficiaries, the trauma and distress caused by the inquiry's outcomes.
Consultation and Advice: The post holder will also offer
consultation
and
expert advice
to other healthcare professionals involved in the patients care, particularly regarding the
psychological aspects
of care for patients with haemophilia and IBPS beneficiaries. This could involve direct input into decision-making and supporting staff in addressing psychological challenges in patient management. Autonomy and Professional Guidelines
Working Autonomously: The role requires a high degree of autonomy, with the post holder expected to work independently, managing complex cases and making clinical decisions within professional guidelines.
Documentation and Adherence to Trust Policies: The post holder will be responsible for providing clear and comprehensive documentation of all assessments, treatments, and interactions with patients. This documentation will need to comply with
professional guidelines
and adhere to the
Trust
and
IBPS policies and procedures .
Psychosocial Care and Referrals: The role also involves
making referrals
to other psychological or support services where necessary, ensuring that patients have access to a
full range of care options
based on their individual needs. The post holder will also contribute to
care planning
discussions, offering insights on how psychological support can be integrated into the patients overall treatment strategy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
doctorate or equivalent in clinical or counselling psychology HCPC registration
Desirable
at least 4 years post qualification experience Accreditation in at least one specific NICE-recommended psychological therapy that is widely recommended by NICE across mental health conditions (e.g. CBT) or for specific mental health conditions likely to be encountered in the service (e.g. EMDR for post-traumatic stress disorder, Interpersonal Therapy for depression)
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
Good understanding of the psychology of physical health, in particular specialist blood disorders Demonstrate skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management and their application Experience of teaching, training and/or professional and clinical supervision Evidence of having worked as a clinical psychological specialist under supervision and acquired the minimum knowledge and skills equivalent to a second gateway 8a
Desirable
Good understanding of the history of this concern and the common psychological and physical health consequences Experience of carrying out post-doctoral research, audit and other service evaluation projects Experience of proposing and implementing service development projects within own service area
Governance
Essential
Participation in continual professional development required by the HCPC.
Personal/Professional Attributes
Essential
Ability to take account of the issues of trust, a core concern of beneficiaries. Working well in a team environment
Employer details
Employer name
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kent and Canterbury Hospital
Ethelbert Road
Canterbury
CT1 3NG
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
