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Assistant Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist-Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy

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NHS Scotland

Aug 31, 2024

Applications are closed

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Glasgow

Requirements

  • - Have a previous professional training and have current registration with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or Professional Standards Authority (PSA), and have completed or are in the process of completing the masters in Psychoanalytic Observation and Reflective Practice: Therapeutic Work with Children and Young People course at Human Development Scotland or its equivalent.
  • - Have a strong commitment to pursuing training to become a child psychoanalytical psychotherapist.

Responsibilities

  • Get to work alongside a range of disciplines including Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Mental Health Nurses, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Psychotherapists.
  • The use of observational skills to inform understanding and practice, assessment and interventions for example, assisting with carrying out psychoanalytical child and adolescent perspectives, supervised individual therapy and family work.
  • Writing accessible reports.
  • Offering support to care co-ordinators and feedback based on observations and understanding; making a contribution to the overall care plan.
  • Your developing knowledge and practice using psychoanalytic, child development and attachment models as well as core generic CAMHS competencies such as crisis intervention, risk assessment and safety planning, managing referrals, generic mental health assessments and interventions.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Assistant Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist position?

The position is a fixed term role until October 2025.

What is the expected working pattern for this role?

The shift pattern for this position is core CAMHS hours.

Are the positions full-time or part-time?

These are part-time positions, specifically 0.5 WTE (Whole Time Equivalent).

How many positions are available for this role?

There are three part-time positions available, totaling 1.5 WTE.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must have previous professional training, current registration with HCPC or PSA, and must be completing or have completed the master's in Psychoanalytic Observation and Reflective Practice course.

Will I receive supervision in this role?

Yes, you will be supervised by a Principal or Consultant Child Psychotherapist to help develop your clinical skills.

What kind of opportunities for development does the Child Psychotherapy Team offer?

The team offers high-quality supervision, reflective group discussions, psychotherapy training days, and collaborative development plans.

What kinds of interventions will I be involved in?

You will be involved in psychoanalytical child and adolescent perspectives, supervised individual therapy, family work, crisis intervention, risk assessment, and generic mental health assessments.

Is this position open to all qualified candidates?

Yes, candidates from all sections of the community are encouraged to apply, and the organization promotes a culture of inclusion.

What is the working week hour change starting from April 2024?

NHS Scotland is reducing the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours, which will also apply pro rata for part-time staff.

Will I be required to work during the transition period of the new hours?

You may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week temporarily until your service area adapts to the new working week.

Can I contact someone for more information about the job role?

Yes, you can contact Andrew Dawson, Lead Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist, at Andrew.Dawson@ggc.scot.nhs.uk for more details.

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NHS Scotland

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1948
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Their mission is to provide healthcare services that are accessible to all residents of Scotland, promoting health and wellbeing while delivering high-quality care. Their purpose encompasses delivering comprehensive healthcare services, from primary care to specialized treatments, with a focus on improving health outcomes and ensuring equitable access to healthcare for all Scottish residents. They also emphasize public health initiatives and disease prevention strategies to enhance the overall health of the population.