Psychologist Child Looked After (CLA)

Duties and Responsibilities: To manage own caseload delivering a high quality targeted emotional support service to children looked after by Swindon borough council Ensure assessment is provided in a range of settings suitable to meet the needs of the clients. 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. Participate in regular clinical and managerial supervision, 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 and record outcome measures in conjunction with clients and 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 Service Lead 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 Service Lead 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 Service Lead and Professional Lead Supervise APs (not immediately) 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 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.