Clinical Psychologist - Be U North Yorkshire

NHS Jobs; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join Be U North Yorkshire, delivering autism diagnostic assessments for children and young people aged 4–18 within a multidisciplinary team across Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale. You will manage referrals and provide diagnostic reports.

The role requires evidence-based practice, supervision of staff, and involvement in care pathways.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload delivering autism diagnostic service to children and young people across Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale.
• Lead screening of referrals and provide information for referrers, clients and Carers.
• Formulate reports explaining diagnosis for clients, families and professionals.
• Provide information, education and support for family members and carers.
• Participate in regular supervision and contribute to team governance and service development.

Job description

Clinical Psychologist - Be U North Yorkshire

We are recruiting a Clinical Psychologist to join the Be U North Yorkshire team. We provide diagnostic assessments for children/young people aged 4-18 on the autism diagnostic pathways. The post holder will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide autism assessments for children and young people. Assessments will be carried out in line with relevant clinical pathways as outlined within Be U North Yorkshires operational procedure. The post holder will demonstrate an attitude which respects and values clients and their parents/carers. Duties and Responsibilities To manage own caseload delivering a high quality, effective and efficient autism diagnostic service to children and young people across Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale. To assist other team members with the diagnostic process for those suspected of being autistic. To lead with the appropriate screening of referrals and provide information for referrers, clients and carers. To formulate reports explaining the persons diagnosis for a range of audiences including client, families and other professionals. Ensure assessment is provided in a range of settings suitable to meet the needs of the children/young people. Work in a professional and collaborative manner with the multi-disciplinary team. Provide information, education and support for family members, carers and other relevant professionals. Participate and promote positive multi-disciplinary team working Participate in case load supervision to monitor the standards of client cases and ensure record keeping is in accordance with CQC standards Facilitate clinical supervision of Assistant Psychologists and other allied Health Professionals within the service. Participate in regular clinical and managerial supervision with Clinical Lead/Head of Autism Services, as per ABL Health policy. Contribute to the development and implementation of integrated care pathways, including appropriate assessments/referrals and models of care. Compile and maintain effective client records in accordance with ABL Health policies, procedures and standards. Participate in the induction, training or education of a variety of staff, students or volunteers attached to the team/service. Participate and assist in setting standards of client care based on sound research findings and evidence based practice. Undertake delegated responsibilities as agreed with the Head of Autism Services. To manage projects as delegated. Support the formulation and implementation of clinical and operational practices, and procedures as appropriate. Participate in the recruitment, selection and induction of new staff. To monitor and evaluate own clinical practice against professional standards, guidelines and policies. To advise the Head of Service of any service delivery issues. To identify the need for, and to request, new equipment, resources and assessment tools. Assist in the development of local protocols to ensure a high standard of service delivery is achieved and maintained. To engage in service development and discuss with the Head of Service. Support the process of staff participation in the formulation of new ideas/suggestions to improve client care and service delivery. Provide statistical information as required. Education and Development To provide autism awareness training for a range of audiences including families, staff and other professionals. Attend relevant and mandatory training as required. Attend professional meetings as required. Maintain knowledge of current ABL Health policy, procedures and guidance. Demonstrate the acquisition and application of knowledge in line with current research and evidence-based practice. Undertake training relevant to your role and responsibilities and promote a positive learning environment. Coordinate preceptorship and mentorship as required. Participate in regular supervision, engage in reflective practice and be committed to continued development. Develop own skills and knowledge and contribute to the development of others. Research and audit Undertake and participate in appropriate audit, quality assurance programmes and research as directed. To identify the need for and to contribute to audit within areas of expertise. To use research methodology for specific audits. To participate in and contribute to research at local and regional levels as appropriate. Please note that this job description is not exhaustive. The post holder may have specific skills which mean that they may work outside of the competency boundaries for this role. Review of this Job Description This job description is intended as an outline of the general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation. To be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder. Other Duties There may be a requirement to undertake other duties as may reasonably be required to support Be U North Yorkshire service.

York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust