Job summary The Havens is London's Sexual Assault Referral Centre. The Havens provide comprehensive forensic, medical and aftercare services to clients who have experienced serious sexual assault within the past 12 months. We are a longstanding partnership initiative between the Mayors' Office for Policing and Crime and NHS England.The Children and Young Persons (CYP) Psychology Service at the Havens provides CYP and their families, presenting with psychological difficulties post-sexual abuse with specialist psychological assessment and short to medium term interventions (individual and group programmes). Additionally the service provides forensic interviewing of CYP, alongside being active in audit, research and training.We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Practitioner Clinical/Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC and/or Senior CBT therapist registered with BABCP with experience of working therapeutically with CYP who have experienced sexual trauma. Experience of assessing and managing risk in the context of mental health and safeguarding is vital as well as experience of providing evidence-based short to medium-term therapy. You will need the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.We are a warm and supportive therapies team who prioritise Trauma-informed care and encourage creativity, welcome diversity and always appreciate ideas on how to improve our service. Main duties of the job You will provide a highly specialist psychology service to CYP who have experienced rape and/or sexual assault, including specialist assessment, treatment, planning, implementation and monitoring of outcomes. You will have clinical responsibility for managing your caseload, waitlists, safeguarding responsibilities, report and letter writing, collection and collation of outcome measures and activity.You will contribute to enabling other staff and service users from diverse backgrounds to flourish by working to create a psychologically safe environment. You will also help develop the Havens Therapies' service and ensure the development of strong inter-agency relationships is established.You will utilise psychological knowledge in initiating and undertaking the development, implementation and review of services for patients and staff. You will provide clinical supervision and consultation as appropriate (including to clinical psychology trainees and assistants) to promote psychosocial knowledge in the Havens.You will contribute to audits, research and training in addition to carrying out liaison work with local agencies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team are therefore essential. A willingness to rise to the challenges presented by this area of work and a commitment to providing an excellent service to survivors of sexual assault are also necessary. About us King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. Date posted 06 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £54,320 to £60,981 a year per annum pro rata including HCA Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 213-CAY-6587354-A Job locations The Havens Pan London - Camberwell, Ladbroke Grove, Whitechapel London SE5 9RS Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities To manage the psychology waiting list and the psychology provision at one of the Havens sites, which offers medical care and other follow up services including psychological interventions, to those who have been raped and sexually assaulted. To provide specialist psychological assessments, formulations and interventions for clients in the CYP Psychology Service at the Havens including:o Specialist assessment and clinical formulation of children and adolescents who have experienced sexual assault, rape or who have been sexually exploited. To include psychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured / semi-structured and unstructured observations and interviews with the client, family members and others involved in their care.o Specialist evidence-based, medium term, intervention for children and adolescents traumatised by sexual abuse, monitoring outcomes and modifying / adapting intervention as required and drawing on a range of theoretical options, and supporting their transition to local services where appropriate. Undertaking liaison psychology with The Havens and borough services, including:Advocates; local borough CAMHS teams; local charity and third sector services; local early support services; and local IAPTS and school counsellors. To provide culturally appropriate psychological interventions with carers or families of referred clients when required. To assess risk using standardised tools, and to develop and implement risk management plans on the basis of this information. To communicate skilfully, complex and sensitive information with clients, parents, carers, and colleagues taking account of sensory, developmental and culturalbarriers to communication. To prepare written reports. To work as an autonomous professional within Health Professions Council (HPC), BPS and/or BABCP guidelines and the policies and procedures of the service, taking full responsibility for own work including treatment and discharge decisions. To attend regular clinical supervision Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities To manage the psychology waiting list and the psychology provision at one of the Havens sites, which offers medical care and other follow up services including psychological interventions, to those who have been raped and sexually assaulted. To provide specialist psychological assessments, formulations and interventions for clients in the CYP Psychology Service at the Havens including:o Specialist assessment and clinical formulation of children and adolescents who have experienced sexual assault, rape or who have been sexually exploited. To include psychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured / semi-structured and unstructured observations and interviews with the client, family members and others involved in their care.o Specialist evidence-based, medium term, intervention for children and adolescents traumatised by sexual abuse, monitoring outcomes and modifying / adapting intervention as required and drawing on a range of theoretical options, and supporting their transition to local services where appropriate. Undertaking liaison psychology with The Havens and borough services, including:Advocates; local borough CAMHS teams; local charity and third sector services; local early support services; and local IAPTS and school counsellors. To provide culturally appropriate psychological interventions with carers or families of referred clients when required. To assess risk using standardised tools, and to develop and implement risk management plans on the basis of this information. To communicate skilfully, complex and sensitive information with clients, parents, carers, and colleagues taking account of sensory, developmental and culturalbarriers to communication. To prepare written reports. To work as an autonomous professional within Health Professions Council (HPC), BPS and/or BABCP guidelines and the policies and procedures of the service, taking full responsibility for own work including treatment and discharge decisions. To attend regular clinical supervision Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential For Practitioner Psychologists Doctoral level training in clinical/counselling psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the HCPC/BPS or expect to have registration by commencement of the post. For Senior CBT Therapist Minimum of a second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard in a relevant subject (e.g. psychology) and/or a registerable professional qualification in a relevant subject (e.g. medicine, psychology, social work) from a UK university or overseas professional qualification of an equivalent standard. Candidates without a degree, but with a minimum of three years professional experience in a CAMHS (or equivalent) setting together with a relevant professional qualification will also be considered.' Postgraduate qualification in cognitive behaviour therapy. Full Accreditation with the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy. Registration with the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy. Training in evidence-based assessment and intervention for trauma Professionally registered as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) or with BABCP Desirable Training in evidence-based risk assessment and management. Training in evidence-based assessment and intervention for child sexual abuse and sexual exploitation Training in childhood disorders which impact on communication (e.g. neurodevelopmental disorder, developmental disorders, learning disability, speech and language impairment or other communication difficulties Knowledge and Experience Essential Theoretical knowledge of psychopathology commonly found within children and adolescents who have experienced child sexual abuse/assault and exploitation, and the evidence base for treatment of such difficulties. Knowledge of psychological assessment and clinical psychometrics, including that relevant for children and adolescents (across the age range) who have experienced child sexual abuse/assault and exploitation. Knowledge of child development Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health issues, child and adult protection, and equalities. Knowledge of factors affecting acceptability and accessibility of mental health care. Specialist psychological knowledge relevant to working with: child sexual abuse / assault and or exploitation; trauma; and / or risk of harm. Experience of receiving clinical supervision across a range of client needs Experience of psychological assessment and treatment of children and adolescents with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature, both at an individual and system (e.g. with parents/carers, schools) level Experience of working with children and adolescents whom have experienced child sexual abuse / assault / exploitation Experience of completing clinical interviews with children and adolescents across the age range and with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature, including those who have experienced child sexual abuse / assault / exploitation. Consultation skills to work with the multi-professional team or other professional groups within own service, and other agencies (including the police and Children's Social Care). Experience of providing specialist psychological assessment and intervention for trauma. Experience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities. This may have been gained through work, research, volunteering and / or lived experience Desirable Experience of developing and carrying out service audit and research projects including entry and analysis of research data. Experience of providing specialist psychological assessment and intervention for clients presenting following child sexual abuse / assault and exploitation. Experience of clinically interviewing children and adolescents who have experienced child sexual abuse / assault or exploitation, or trauma, including adapting communication style and method to facilitate engagement and communication. Doctoral level knowledge of psychological research methodology and complex statistical analysis. Experience of using structured risk assessment protocols and measures. Skills and Competencies Essential Skills in application of psychological assessments and interventions in a specialist area relevant to children and adolescents who have experienced child sexual abuse / assault or exploitation. Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment including risk assessment and on-referral, intervention and management. Ability to manage emotionally stressful situations such as working with victims of abuse or trauma, or with people who engage in severe self-harming or aggressive behaviour. A high level ability to communicate effectively at both a written and oral level complex, highly technical and clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and a wide range of lay and professional persons within and outside the NHS. Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to effective team functioning and holding team roles. Ability to identify and employ mechanisms of clinical governance as appropriate. Ability to develop and use complex multi-media materials for presentations in public, professional and academic meetings. Ability to maintain concentration and to remain in restricted positions for long periods during observations, assessments and psychological interventions, and to deal with unexpected interruptions or changes during these. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group and mental health. Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the BPS/HCPC/BABCP. Ability to plan allocation of tasks to assistant psychologists Skills in the application of evidence-based assessment and intervention for trauma and/or child sexual abuse, i.e. TF-CBT or EMDR Therapeutic skills relevant to the evidence-based management of complex trauma including CBT for PTSD. Other Requirements Essential Enthusiasm for a broad range of psychological phenomena, an interest in models of service delivery, and an ability to articulate the value added by clinical/counselling psychology services within the context of multi-disciplinary mental health services. Ability to contain and work with organisational stress and ability to 'hold' the stress of others. Ability to identify, provide and promote appropriate means of support to staff exposed to highly distressing situations and severely challenging behaviours. Ability to identify, and employ, as appropriate, clinical governance mechanisms for the support and maintenance of clinical practice in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behaviour. Ability to develop and use complex multi-media materials for presentations in public, professional and academic settings. Well-developed IT skills. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential For Practitioner Psychologists Doctoral level training in clinical/counselling psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the HCPC/BPS or expect to have registration by commencement of the post. For Senior CBT Therapist Minimum of a second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard in a relevant subject (e.g. psychology) and/or a registerable professional qualification in a relevant subject (e.g. medicine, psychology, social work) from a UK university or overseas professional qualification of an equivalent standard. Candidates without a degree, but with a minimum of three years professional experience in a CAMHS (or equivalent) setting together with a relevant professional qualification will also be considered.' Postgraduate qualification in cognitive behaviour therapy. Full Accreditation with the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy. Registration with the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy. Training in evidence-based assessment and intervention for trauma Professionally registered as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) or with BABCP Desirable Training in evidence-based risk assessment and management. Training in evidence-based assessment and intervention for child sexual abuse and sexual exploitation Training in childhood disorders which impact on communication (e.g. neurodevelopmental disorder, developmental disorders, learning disability, speech and language impairment or other communication difficulties Knowledge and Experience Essential Theoretical knowledge of psychopathology commonly found within children and adolescents who have experienced child sexual abuse/assault and exploitation, and the evidence base for treatment of such difficulties. Knowledge of psychological assessment and clinical psychometrics, including that relevant for children and adolescents (across the age range) who have experienced child sexual abuse/assault and exploitation. Knowledge of child development Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health issues, child and adult protection, and equalities. Knowledge of factors affecting acceptability and accessibility of mental health care. Specialist psychological knowledge relevant to working with: child sexual abuse / assault and or exploitation; trauma; and / or risk of harm. Experience of receiving clinical supervision across a range of client needs Experience of psychological assessment and treatment of children and adolescents with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature, both at an individual and system (e.g. with parents/carers, schools) level Experience of working with children and adolescents whom have experienced child sexual abuse / assault / exploitation Experience of completing clinical interviews with children and adolescents across the age range and with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature, including those who have experienced child sexual abuse / assault / exploitation. Consultation skills to work with the multi-professional team or other professional groups within own service, and other agencies (including the police and Children's Social Care). Experience of providing specialist psychological assessment and intervention for trauma. Experience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities. This may have been gained through work, research, volunteering and / or lived experience Desirable Experience of developing and carrying out service audit and research projects including entry and analysis of research data. Experience of providing specialist psychological assessment and intervention for clients presenting following child sexual abuse / assault and exploitation. Experience of clinically interviewing children and adolescents who have experienced child sexual abuse / assault or exploitation, or trauma, including adapting communication style and method to facilitate engagement and communication. Doctoral level knowledge of psychological research methodology and complex statistical analysis. Experience of using structured risk assessment protocols and measures. Skills and Competencies Essential Skills in application of psychological assessments and interventions in a specialist area relevant to children and adolescents who have experienced child sexual abuse / assault or exploitation. Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment including risk assessment and on-referral, intervention and management. Ability to manage emotionally stressful situations such as working with victims of abuse or trauma, or with people who engage in severe self-harming or aggressive behaviour. A high level ability to communicate effectively at both a written and oral level complex, highly technical and clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and a wide range of lay and professional persons within and outside the NHS. Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to effective team functioning and holding team roles. Ability to identify and employ mechanisms of clinical governance as appropriate. Ability to develop and use complex multi-media materials for presentations in public, professional and academic meetings. Ability to maintain concentration and to remain in restricted positions for long periods during observations, assessments and psychological interventions, and to deal with unexpected interruptions or changes during these. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group and mental health. Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the BPS/HCPC/BABCP. Ability to plan allocation of tasks to assistant psychologists Skills in the application of evidence-based assessment and intervention for trauma and/or child sexual abuse, i.e. TF-CBT or EMDR Therapeutic skills relevant to the evidence-based management of complex trauma including CBT for PTSD. Other Requirements Essential Enthusiasm for a broad range of psychological phenomena, an interest in models of service delivery, and an ability to articulate the value added by clinical/counselling psychology services within the context of multi-disciplinary mental health services. Ability to contain and work with organisational stress and ability to 'hold' the stress of others. Ability to identify, provide and promote appropriate means of support to staff exposed to highly distressing situations and severely challenging behaviours. Ability to identify, and employ, as appropriate, clinical governance mechanisms for the support and maintenance of clinical practice in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behaviour. Ability to develop and use complex multi-media materials for presentations in public, professional and academic settings. Well-developed IT skills. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address The Havens Pan London - Camberwell, Ladbroke Grove, Whitechapel London SE5 9RS Employer's website https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)