Early Intervention in Psychosis Research Practitioner
Job Description
Job summary
The post holder will work within the Aspire team but link closely with the Early Intervention Mission leadership team to develop this work. There will plenty of support throughout, in the research delivery activities, with support from the Leeds and York Partnership Foundation Trust (LYPFT) Research and Development Team.
A key part of the role requires that the postholder is either currently trained in or is willing to be trained in phlebotomy as blood sample collection will be routine for all study participants.
Although the main focus is on delivering the research protocol, there will also be the opportunity for some clinical work to aid embedding in the team and support the integration between clinical and research work. Inherent in this role will be the opportunity to develop research capacity and capability amongst the EIP community.
Main duties of the job
To be the responsible for promoting and embedding the research project within the wider Aspire team, the associated client base (including friends and families) and also key stakeholders, such as GPs and other healthcare providers.
Support the research project delivery by undertaking the required activities outlined in approved study documents. These include blood or saliva sample collection and cognitive assessments, measured longitudinally. Any other requirements as stipulated by the study aim.
Facilitate the informed consent process as per legislation and the Mental Capacity Act, and develop and maintain skills, experience and competence in research processes.
Provide staff and participants with information about the purpose of studies, the resources required and be a point of contact for staff involved.
Collect and maintain data and study documentation and ensure that all data collected, stored and used is done so in compliance with relevant statutory instruments, national and local guidelines and regulations. Report adverse events as per sponsor guidance.
Adhere to Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP), UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care, national and local practices and policies, including a trauma informed approach.
To have a working knowledge of current principles, evidence-based practice and service provision within Early Interventions in Psychosis
About us
Inspire North aims to provide a high-quality customer service adhering to the principles of best practice, promoting equal opportunities and working positively with diversity. Inspire North is an ambitious, forward-thinking organisation and you must be committed to developing and enhancing the services we provide.
Community Links is a provider of mental health support services to socially excluded groups working with vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals and families. We deliver a range of creative services in partnership with organisations who share our values across sectors and communities.
We are proudly and actively anti-racist and as such, you are expected to drive the anti-racism agenda forward.
You will benefit from:
Commitment to flexible working
Hybrid working where applicable
Twenty Five days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to Thirty days
Many learning and career development opportunities, with paid and tailored training
Free Employee Assistance Programme including access to counselling and GP services
Employer contributory pension scheme
Good maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits
Care workers discounts
Access to our Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility Network etc.
Health and wellbeing opportunities
Cycle to Work Scheme
Access to Corporate Health Plan
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work within the Aspire team but link closely with the Early Intervention Mission leadership team to develop this work. There will plenty of support throughout, in the research delivery activities, with support from the Leeds and York Partnership Foundation Trust (LYPFT) Research and Development Team.
Although the main focus is on delivering the research protocol, there will also be the opportunity for some clinical work to aid embedding in the team and support the integration between clinical and research work. Inherent in this role will be the opportunity to develop research capacity and capability amongst the EIP community.
1.To be the responsible for promoting and embedding the research project within the wider Aspire team, the associated client base (including friends and families) and also key stakeholders, such as GPs and other healthcare providers.
2.Support the research project delivery by undertaking the required activities outlined in approved study documents. These include blood or saliva sample collection and cognitive assessments, measured longitudinally. Any other requirements as stipulated by the study aim.
3.Facilitate the informed consent process as per legislation and the Mental Capacity Act, and develop and maintain skills, experience and competence in research processes.
4.Provide staff and participants with information about the purpose of studies, the resources required and be a point of contact for staff involved.
5.Collect and maintain data and study documentation and ensure that all data collected, stored and used is done so in compliance with relevant statutory instruments, national and local guidelines and regulations. Report adverse events as per sponsor guidance.
6.Adhere to Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP), UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care, national and local practices and policies, including a trauma informed approach.
7.Provide written or verbal reports regarding the progress of the research to the research team as required
8.Support the management team in the event of inspection from a regulatory and/or monitoring authority
9.To work assertively and in partnership with members of the multi-disciplinary team e.g. medical staff, psychologists, family therapist, employment specialists and support time recovery (STR) team.
10.To have a working knowledge of current principles, evidence-based practice and service provision within Early Interventions in Psychosis
11.To work within the requirements of the Mental Health Act for service users where this is applicable.
12.To ensure that client records and other information systems are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
13.To adhere to organisational policies and procedures relating to risk and personal safety.
14.To participate in Inspire Norths Personal Development Review system, regular supervision, team meetings and other meetings as required
15.Keep up-to-date with policies, guidelines, procedures and practices.
16.Represent the organisation in a knowledgeable and professional manner at all times.
17.Maintain appropriate professional boundaries at all times.
18.Identify own training and development needs in conjunction with your line manager and LYPFT R&D department and participate in training opportunities as directed.
Person Specification
Approach
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding and commitment to equal opportunities anddiversity
- Demonstrate a commitment and enthusiasm for working with our service user group
- Able to build and maintain relationships whilst maintaining appropriate
- professional boundaries
- Demonstrate a willingness to participate in shaping the future of the organisation by taking on responsibilities and projects in addition to core workload
- Demonstrate a commitment to enabling and empowering clients to become actively involved in Inspire North
- Positive attitude towards training and Continuous Professional Development
- Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to our anti-racism agenda
Desirable
- An understanding of, and commitment to, research about mental health and illness and interventions to promote mental health
- An understanding of the needs of clients who may wish to be involved in
- research.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good technical literacy of Microsoft Applications e.g. Word, Excel, Power point, Outlook, Access
- Good written communication skills, including accuracy, attention to detail, presentation skills and report writing
- Good interpersonal skills including listening and displaying empathy
- Creative, flexible and imaginative approach to working with people with mental health problems and engaging them in research
- Able to work collaboratively and positively with clients, carers, other
- service providers and stakeholders; using open and honest communication
- Able to work as part of a team but also use own initiative within parameters of responsibility
- Able to assess and manage risk within a positive risk-taking environment
- Have access to a car for work purposes and hold a full current UK driving licence
- An understanding of the importance of Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Awareness of Ethics and ...
