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Clinical Skills

• Evidence-based Step 2 interventions: Skilled in delivering behavioural activation, graded exposure, worry and stress management, cognitive restructuring, and guided self-help for anxiety and depression
• Assessment & risk management: Experienced in conducting thorough assessments, including risk assessments for suicide, self-harm, and safeguarding concerns, with clear safety planning and escalation procedures
• Outcome monitoring: Competent in administering and interpreting PHQ-9, GAD-7, and WSAS scores to guide treatment, track recovery, and contribute to audit processes
• Case formulation: Ability to develop clear, structured, and collaborative treatment plans based on assessment findings and patient goals

Communication & Therapeutic Alliance

• Building rapport: Skilled at developing strong therapeutic relationships via telephone, video, face-to-face, and group formats, even with patients initially reluctant to engage
• Cultural competence: Fluent in Romanian and Spanish; experienced in delivering therapy in multiple languages and working with diverse populations including older adults, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, and those with strong religious beliefs
• Group facilitation: Co-facilitated psychoeducational groups for low mood and anxiety, adapting materials for mixed literacy and cultural needs

Organisation & Caseload Management

• Diary management: Plan screening and treatment slots at the start of each month to meet high caseload demands and service KPIs
• Prioritisation under pressure: Capable of balancing urgent follow-ups with ongoing patient care, ensuring no disruption to recovery plans
• Administrative efficiency: Proficient in IAPTUS, Microsoft Office, and Attend Anywhere for accurate clinical documentation, outcome tracking, and communication

Multi-Agency & Teamwork

• Joint working: Collaborative experience with GPs, physiotherapists, perinatal teams, safeguarding leads, and voluntary organisations to deliver holistic care
• Safeguarding expertise: Knowledgeable in adult and child protection legislation; proactive in escalating concerns and liaising with safeguarding teams
• Service contribution: Participate in service discussions to improve delivery, such as adapting materials for specific populations or integrating blended care models

Professional Development & Reflective Practice

• Use of supervision: Reflective and proactive in seeking supervision to adapt clinical work, for example, modifying panic disorder treatment for a bereaved patient
• Ongoing learning: Committed to continuous professional development, including cultural competence, intersectional practice, and new IAPT protocols