Kerry Outten
Sutton Weaver,Runcorn
Summary
Empathetic Assistant Psychologist with knack for fostering therapeutic relationships and delivering impactful mental health interventions. Excel at conducting detailed assessments and creating tailored treatment plans that enhance client wellbeing. Proven success in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to streamline care and achieve measurable improvements in client outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Psychologist
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
Sefton & Kirkby, Liverpool
10.2023 - Current
- Developed collaborative suicide prevention plans with clients for effective risk management.
- Handled and mitigated risks using crisis management procedures, escalating to appropriate crisis service and community mental health team.
- Updated records to accurately document patient pathways and outcomes.
- Conducted group and individual 1-1 sessions focussed on developing emotional coping skills with a key focus on DBT strategies.
- Signposted further resources and referred service users to specialised services.
Assistant Psychologist
Alder Hey Children's Hospital Foundation Trust
Liverpool
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Completed yearly psychosocial diabetes questionnaires with parents and young people, escalating risk and signposting for diabetes care support as appropriate.
- Created engaging visual aids tailored to group and 1-1 sessions.
- Delivered psychology education sessions to support newly diagnosed patients and their families.
- Provided psychological support and consultation at diabetes patient clinics.
- Attended MDT's to provide update on referral outcomes and patient progress.
- Taught therapeutic techniques and exercises to assist clients in managing symptoms.
Assistant Psychologist
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
Liverpool
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Managed databases for three psychological services: Long COVID, Knowsley Community Respiratory Service and pulmonary rehabilitation.
- Co-facilitated staff training on 'The Psychology of Living with Respiratory Conditions'.
- Facilitated psychoeducation sessions on managing respiratory conditions.
- Conducted initial assessments and reviews.
- Administered PHQ-9, GAD-7, BAI and relevant mood questionnaires.
Health care assistant
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
Liverpool
03.2020 - 10.2021
- Monitored vital signs of patients with meticulous attention to detail for accurate readings.
- Completed venepuncture procedures and ECG's as required.
- Collaborated with nurses to provide comprehensive patient care, ensuring a smooth recovery path.
- Assisted with personal hygiene and dietary requirements.
- Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals, facilitated effective communication channels.
- Escorted patients for tests or procedures within the hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.
Specialist Mentor Bangor University
Randstad
Bangor, Gwynedd
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Supported student to develop a range of coping strategies tailored to:
-Transitioning to a new environment and new working patterns.
-Time management and prioritising workload.
-Identifying and accessing appropriate support/resources to help manage anxiety levels. - Reviewed issues identified in the Mentoring Action Plan and feed back to the students support team's mental health adviser.
- Enhanced mentee self-awareness by facilitating constructive feedback sessions.
- Motivated proactive behaviour with ongoing encouragement and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Identified individual learning styles to tailor mentorship approaches accordingly.
- Listened actively to mentees' concerns, goals and challenges, providing empathetic understanding and personalised guidance.
Education
MSc - Applied Behaviour Analysis (2:2)
Bangor University
09.2015 - 07.2016
BSc - Psychology (2:2)
Bangor University
09.2012 - 07.2015
A-Levels - Psychology (C), Health & Social Care (B), Art (A) & Textiles (B)
St. Peter and Paul's Catholic College
Widnes, Halton 09.2010 - 07.2012
GCSEs - English (AB), Maths (C), Science (C), IT (C)
St. Peter and Paul's Catholic High School
Widnes, Halton 09.2005 - 07.2010
Skills
- Software proficiency – Microsoft Packages and Office Outlook
- Clinical documentation
- Psychometric testing
- Patient advocacy
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Trauma-Informed care
- Risk assessment
Affiliations
- Abstract painting
- Knitting
- Writing
Accomplishments
Bronze, Silver & Gold Duke of Edinburgh award
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Psychologist
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
10.2023 - Current
Assistant Psychologist
Alder Hey Children's Hospital Foundation Trust
10.2022 - 10.2023
Assistant Psychologist
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
10.2021 - 10.2022
Health care assistant
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
03.2020 - 10.2021
Specialist Mentor Bangor University
Randstad
11.2016 - 01.2018
MSc - Applied Behaviour Analysis (2:2)
Bangor University
09.2015 - 07.2016
BSc - Psychology (2:2)
Bangor University
09.2012 - 07.2015
A-Levels - Psychology (C), Health & Social Care (B), Art (A) & Textiles (B)
St. Peter and Paul's Catholic College
09.2010 - 07.2012
GCSEs - English (AB), Maths (C), Science (C), IT (C)
St. Peter and Paul's Catholic High School
09.2005 - 07.2010
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