ROLE PROFILE

Below is the general description for the role - please download our application pack and application form for full details, and an overview of the recruitment process. To apply, please upload your completed application form at the bottom of this page under Other Attachment.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Accountable to Clinical Director
• Reporting to PATH Senior Clinician
• Peer Support Partners – direct reports
• Collaborating with all members of PATH team
• Develop and maintain relationships across Local Authorities and RAAs
• Working with colleagues and teams within Adoption UK
• Contributing to the development of innovative therapeutic services for Adoption UK

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To develop our therapeutic offer to local authorities and RAAs
• To support our referral process and link with funders e.g. Adoption Support Fund
• To carry own caseload of families / young people referred to PATH
• Facilitating reflective groups for PATH families.
• To carry out consultations for PATH families.
• Supervision of Peer Support Partners – regular group supervision and 121 meetings
• To produce good quality written reports in relation to clinical work.
• Facilitate reflective practice or supervision groups for colleagues within Adoption UK.
• Contributing to the development of therapeutic programmes for Adoption UK.
• Contribute to the training offer on therapeutic services within Adoption UK
• Contribute to the ongoing clinical assurance of PATH.
• To contribute to and maintain accurate records for those using the service, on Adoption UK systems and ensuring compliance with both GDPR, safeguarding and confidentiality.
• Liaison with Delivery manager and Clinical Director to capture progress and outcome measures and to contribute to assessment of project results.
• Contribute to the development of the PATH Adoption UK therapeutic programme.
• Deliver additional therapies as the Adoption UK portfolio expands.

CRITERIA

Knowledge & Experience

• Experience of working with children and families experiencing the effects of trauma and attachment difficulties (Essential)
• Experience of accessing and working with Adoption Support Fund (essential)
•  Extensive experience of working within the field of mental health and adoption, kinship care and connected persons (Essential)
• Experience of working with local authorities and RAAs (Essential)
• Extensive experience and specialist training/accreditation in relevant subjects and differing types of therapy such as DDP, Theraplay, EMDR, NVR (Desirable)
• Experience of providing clinical supervision to staff and therapists delivering services to vulnerable families (Essential)
• Knowledge and experience of safeguarding process and procedures (Essential)

Qualifications & Education

• Core professional training e.g. social worker, psychologist,  teacher, therapist. (essential)
• Current registration with a professional body e.g. BACP, ACP, UKCP, HCPC (Essential)
• Evidence of continuing professional development (Essential)
• DDP Level 1 and 2 (Desirable)
• Theraplay Level 1 and 2 (Desirable)
• Therapeutic Life Story work (desirable)

Skills & Abilities

• Leadership and support skills
• Group work skills
• A reflective and empowering approach
• Strong application of theory
• Creativity and innovative approach to service delivery
• A commitment to the voice of children and families

Accountability

• Clinical Director
• Responsible for maintaining own professional standards
• Responsible for delivering practice within the policies and standards of the charity.

Behaviours

• Demonstrates commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of role at all times.
• Contributes to an open and honest culture
• Supports, encourages, and motivates colleagues.
• Encourages challenge, creativity and innovation.
• Leads by example.
• Values transparency and consistency.
• Understands the role of individual and collective accountability.
• Actively contributes to Adoption UK’s mission.
• Has a clear understanding of other colleagues’ roles and responsibilities
• Shares skills and knowledge.
• Promotes Cross Functional team working.
• Offers outstanding service to members.
•  Takes pride in Adoption UK and promotes its values in all interactions with external stakeholders.
• Identifies and uses the most appropriate form of communication.
• Communicates clearly, seeking clarity when unclear and valuing the opinion of others.
• Treats colleagues and other stakeholders with respect, honesty, fairness and courtesy
• Is responsive to colleagues, third party professionals and service users.
• Takes pride in own development.
• Enthusiastic and committed to achieving high standards and meeting agreed objectives.
• Takes an active interest in recognising professional and personal development needs and priorities within Adoption UK.