13** 97,265 98,724 12** 95,609 97,043 11** 92,442 93,829 10** 90,397 91,753 No here 9 86,726 88,027 8 83,056 84,302 7 79,098 80,284 6 74,749 75,870 5 71,599 72,673 4 69,460 70,502 3 66,878 67,881 2 65,580 66,564 1 62,565 63,503 **Merit or Designated Position Interns
(b) Reimburse the employee the IRD mileage rates to the institution or from the institution to the employee's place of residence, or both travelling to and from the institution. The employer undertakes to indemnify employees against actions taken against them by persons suffering damage as a result of acts or omissions of the employee while acting in the course of his or her employment. Where an employee while acting in the course and within the scope of their employment by the employer, requires legal representation, this will be provided and paid for by the employer, irrespective of whether the employee is an employee or not. The legal representatives provided shall be directed to give the employee ‘Client Status’. If the employee or employer identifies a conflict of interest, the employer shall provide the employee(s) with agreed independent legal representation of suitable medico-legal experience, in consultation with the union. This indemnity or legal representation shall not apply to any employee acting outside the course of his or her employment. Employees who are required to use their private motor vehicle on employer business shall be paid a motor vehicle allowance as promulgated from time to time by the IRD in terms of the agreed formula. When employees are instructed to leave and return to their normal place of work on employer business, or to temporarily work elsewhere, they shall be reimbursed for actual and reasonable expenses or provided with transport for that purpose. The transport shall be provided to the employee from the normal site of work to be returned to that site at the end of the vehicle use. In all other circumstances with the prior approval of the employer actual and reasonable expenses shall be reimbursed, those expenses being incurred while on business of the employer. An employee who is eligible for travelling allowance may claim an allowance of $35 per day or part thereof for meals when staying privately. All employees within the application of this agreement shall have made available to them, subject to priority and availability, suitable office space with computer and telephone facilities for the purposes of performing their duties. Appropriate space for meeting clients and undertaking psychological testing, assessment and intervention (which may not be the employee’s office) shall also be made available. Such accommodation will be provided on site. Prioritisation of office space shall be done on the basis of the employees needs for such space. It is acknowledged that employees will require ready access to up
Assessment Assistant Psychologist Clinical Psychologist Senior Clinical Psychologist Consultant Clinical Psychologist Knowledge Under direct supervision of a registered psychologist is developing the knowledge necessary to become a clinical psychologist (as listed to the right) Thorough knowledge of assessment processes including behavioural analysis Knowledge of: Current psychological theory, ideologies and conceptual frameworks relating to assessment practices in general and especially those relating to their clients. Interviewing techniques and styles and their relevance to information collection. Detailed risk assessment Impact of the wider context on assessment processes Impact of culture on assessment processes Understanding of assessment practices used by other disciplines Knowledge of innovations in assessment practices applicable to current workplace Developing advanced knowledge in a specialist area of assessment Knowledge of assessment practices used by other disciplines. Advanced knowledge in a specialist area of assessment Knowledge of innovations in assessment practices used by other disciplines applicable to current workplace Skills The ability to be Collect data necessary for a Use psychological Multiple theoretical basis
communicate respectfully and establish working relationships Demonstrate core facilitative skills in interpersonal interaction (acceptance, warmth, empathy, genuineness, disclosure, listening) Under direct supervision of a registered psychologist is developing the skills necessary to become a clinical psychologist (as listed to the right) thorough assessment through different processes (such as interviews, formal records, behavioural observation and documents) Conduct detailed mental status examinations Interview at a high standard resulting in respectful and collaborative outcomes Conduct behavioural analysis Produce professional documentation relating to the assessment assessments for clients with complex presentations and problems Develop and demonstrate sophisticated and creative assessment approaches for clients with complex presentations to assessment processes Contribute to the development of psychological assessment tools and protocols Mastery in their current area of practice Examples of Evidence Appropriate tertiary training at undergraduate or possibly postgraduate level psychology courses Documentation Third party reports Performance appraisals Consumer feed back Postgraduate training in clinical psychology and other relevant postgraduate training Professional documentation and communication Peer review Professional presentations/publications (As listed to columns to the left with reference to advanced standards) (As listed to columns to the left with reference to expert standards)
Possible Application As listed at the right though under direct supervision of a registered psychologist Clinical reviews Provide a psychological perspective in MDT processes Independent and shared assessment interviews On-going assessment during intervention period Assessment of complex presentations Supervision National & International forums Teaching Formulation Assistant Psychologist Clinical Psychologist Senior Clinical Psychologist Consultant Clinical Psychologist Knowledge Under direct supervision of a registered psychologist is developing the knowledge in formulation necessary to become a clinical psychologist (as listed to the right) Knowledge of how to develop formulations using psychological theory (including different explanatory models) & assessment data Basic understanding of other theory outside psychology (and relevant to current work place) Knowledge of other theory outside psychology & relevant to current workplace Skill Under direct supervision of a registered psychologist is Evaluation and Integration of assessment data Develop sophisticated and creative psychological
developing the skill in formulation necessary to become a clinical psychologist (as listed to the right) Develop psychological formulations and develop provisional hypotheses Clarify and address referral questions Develop and formulate recommendations and treatment plans Modify plans as new information arises, changes occur, or circumstances evolve formulations for clients and systems with complex presentations Develop integrated, comprehensive treatment plans for clients and systems with complex needs Examples of Evidence Presentation of formulation Documentation of formulation Possible Application Intervention plans Clinical activities and reviews Senior clinical forums Supervision Teaching Diagnosis Assistant Psychologist Clinical Psychologist Senior Clinical Psychologist Consultant Clinical Psychologist Knowledge Under direct supervision of Knowledge of Awareness of other
a registered psychologist is developing the knowledge about diagnostic systems necessary to become a clinical psychologist (as listed to the right) psychopathology Knowledge of diagnostic classification system particular to workplace diagnostic systems Skills Ability to participate in clinical discussions Use of assessment data to develop diagnoses and differential diagnoses using classification system particular to workplace. Develop differential diagnoses for clients with complex presentations and problems Examples of Evidence Appropriate accredited training in undergraduate and/or postgraduate level psychology courses Workplace training Diagnosis and differential diagnoses (where appropriate) can be regularly assigned Documentation Possible Application Assessment interviews Clinical reviews Treatment plans and recommendations Supervision Senior clinical reviews Psychometrics Assistant Psychologist Clinical Psychologist Senior Clinical Psychologist Consultant Clinical Psychologist Knowledge Under direct supervision of a registered psychologist is Knowledge of the role of psychometric tools in Show familiarity with use and application of other
In applying the Scientists/Practitioner Model of clinical psychology practice on an individual patient by patient basis would evaluate therapeutic treatment programmes utilising psychometric measures as appropriate. involved in the delivery of psychological interventions. Evidence (examples) Documentation Supervisor’s reports Appropriate Treatment plans Treatment Outcome reports. Evidence of training (course/workshop attendance records) in specialist areas. As for CP – examples of Examples of treatment interventions with a wide range of problems. Examples of specialised
Consumer feedback. Feedback from colleagues. Supervisor’s reports. application of specialised treatment procedures. Feedback from consumers and colleagues. Supervisor’s reports. interventions for complex presentations. Feedback from consumers and colleagues. Supervisor’s reports. Application (examples) Provision of a limited range of psychological interventions under supervision. Application of appropriate treatment interventions to a range of problems, as required. Application of specialist treatment interventions as required. Provision of Supervision regarding treatment interventions – Clinical Psychologists, students and other disciplines. Contributing to teaching/training for clinical Psychologists and other health professionals relating to treatment interventions. Treatment interventions for complex presentations. Consultation to other members of multi-disciplinary teams regarding management/treatment of complex cases. Contribution to National forums regarding treatment interventions. Providing teaching/training for clinical Psychologists and other health professionals relating to treatment
Examples of Evidence Appropriate data collected Data analysis Documentation including reports Quality initiatives Publications and presentations Theses Possible Application Clinical audit Literature review Quantitative and qualitative evaluation to teams Evaluation of outcomes of service projects or processes Involvement with service – level quality assurance initiatives Involvement in development and evaluation of organisational policies and procedures Involvement with organisation – level quality assurance initiatives Analysis of institutional programs Evaluation of clinical audit
Knowledge The use of supervisory relationships to ensure safe practice and promote new learning The code of ethics Methods and techniques of supervision Other supervision models used in current work place The developmental process of supervisee learning & the place of supervision in professional development Relevant legislation, policy and procedures Professional standards for supervision The effect of power in relationships Complex interpersonal and transference issues Literature on supervision theory and research Application of models of supervision in supervising supervisors Skills Negotiation of supervision agreements Presentation of all situations of risk to the clinical supervisor and appropriate other team members as soon as possible Application of input from the supervisor into work Follow risk management procedures, advising/involving clinical supervisor as appropriate As experience allows, apply supervision skills as a supervisor enabling others to acquire knowledge and skills to practice competently Application of the code of ethics, professional Apply supervision skills as a supervisor enabling others to acquire knowledge and skills to practice competently Apply an appropriate model of supervision to supervisory practice in a comprehensive and consistent manner Integration of theory, practice, research, professional & process Able to focus on complex interpersonal processes and transference issues
practice Basic application of code of ethics to issues in psychological practice e.g. confidentiality standards, relevant policy and legislation to supervision practice issues into supervisory practice Provision of professionally effective ethical, safe and competent supervision (e.g. able to work with differences in power) Examples of Evidence Supervision contract Supervision log Supervision notes Live supervision records or recordings Individual supervision with a senior psychologist within professional guidelines Attendance at appropriate training course Is receiving regular formal supervision Regularly provides supervision to clinical psychologists to promote their development Conducts clinical supervision while receiving supervision of that activity. Provides supervision to placement students and intern psychologists Attendance at training courses and workshops Able to articulate model of supervision Demonstrates continuing education in supervision of clinical supervision Regularly provides supervision to other psychologists providing supervision Provides clinical supervision in speciality area(s) Possible Applications Conduct all activities under direct clinical supervision Safe practice Contribution to the learning of psychology students Contribute to learning of specific aspects of clinical Supervision of students, interns and recent graduates Provides supervision of specific aspects of clinical Can contribute to the supervision training of all staff Can contribute to
listed to the right) Understand Model Understand the Code of Ethics for psychologists working in Aotearoa/New Zealand Principle I: Respect for the dignity of persons and peoples Principle II: Responsible caring Principle III: Integrity in relationships Principle IV: Social justice and responsibility to society Awareness of power differentials, potential misuse of power and maintenance of appropriate professional boundaries Awareness of personal issues that affect client Understand and implement the Code of Ethics for psychologists working in Aotearoa/New Zealand Principle I: Respect for the dignity of persons and peoples Principle II: Responsible caring Principle III: Integrity in relationships Principle IV: Social justice and responsibility to society
interactional processes Skills Communicate in a sensitive, functional manner Maintain professional demeanour Recognise need for and seek clinical supervision of professional activities Recognise need for safeguarding ‘fitness for practice’ Respects the skills of other professions Co-operates and consults with other organisations/professionals to serve the best interests of clients. Identify ethical issues in practise Maintain professional boundaries Identify transference and counter-transference Effectively manage personal issues, counter transference, parallel processes, interactions with others and organisations Examples of Evidence Produce information and documentation to standard within identified timeframes using appropriate templates as necessary Submit all reports for Solicit feedback from others regarding one’s clinical practice and any other work roles Practise reflects considerable balance between professional ethics, relevant legislation and research Identify and design programmes to correct deficits in practise of clinical psychologists
evidence based practice within team Complete one of the following to be formally presented (verbally or written) to peers Single case study Evaluation of an existing programme Design and evaluation of a new intervention Design and evaluation of Quality Assurance activities training programme Write a report or article in a hospital bulletin or other health sector publication Act in advisory capacity to psychology students completing Master, PhD or Post Doctoral research Act in advisory capacity to colleagues of other disciplines carrying out clinical research Review and make comments on draft papers prepared by others for publication or presentations Review Service research proposals Clinical Leadership
Preamble: Clinical Leadership refers to a set of characteristics, which incorporate the application of psychological theory and capability to direct, guide, influence and inform others. Leadership refers to both the clinical and managerial contexts as well as to the profession of psychology itself. A Psychologist with a training background in human behaviour and systems along with skills in observation, analysis, and conceptualisation and communication enable the Psychologist to take on Clinical Leadership roles. Clinical Psychologists may also have managerial leadership roles in addition to their clinical role. Assistant Psychologist Clinical Psychologist Senior Clinical Psychologist Consultant Clinical Psychologist Knowledge Under direct supervision of a registered psychologist is developing the knowledge necessary to become a clinical psychologist (as listed to the right) Assessment and Evaluation Methods. Human communication and learning Policies, Procedures and Protocols Research methodology and Statistics Systems Theory Broad understanding of various psychological theories Group dynamics Social Psychology Applied Behavioural Analyses Protocol and purpose of clinical meetings Understanding and application of psychological theory to systems Good Understanding of Legislation as it applies to health care and human rights. Understanding of the organisations/companies structure, planning and strategic processes. Debriefing processes Understanding of individual, group, organisational and political structures and systems. In depth knowledge of Psychological Theory and Practice. Change Management Theory Crisis and Disaster Management Theory Skills Clinical Skills Networking Skills Articulates clear aims,
Good written & oral communication Presentation Skills Group facilitation Policy, procedures and Protocol Writing Debriefing facilitation. objectives and vision for psychology services and evaluation of it. Mentorship Project Management Change Management Crisis Management Meeting chairmanship Examples of Evidence Attend groups and meetings Leadership documented at individual clinical (case management), group, and team levels. Teaching of Psychological Material Peer presentations Membership of working/planning groups Feedback from peers / colleagues Contribute to the development of policy and procedures Participate in clinical groups Supervision Records Policy, Procedures and Protocols Developed Membership Service Wide Planning /Policy forums/Working Groups Clinical Leadership Roles Formal Leadership Roles – service and organisational. National representation. Feedback from Management Recognised as expert/consultant in specialty area within team, organisation or nationally. Possible Takes co-facilitation role in Taking lead role to Takes active Clinical Takes lead role at service
components of Maori health Knowledge of the issues relating to validity for any given instrument or procedure and resulting data given the initial reference population Skills The ability to recognise, acknowledge, respect & value individuals’ cultures & differences. Recognise ethnicity, culture and membership of minority groups as significant parameters in understanding psychological processes. Seek consultation and/or make referrals as appropriate. Translator services used appropriately Able to establish effective communication across diverse cultures. Consider cultural beliefs and values of the clients and his/her community in providing services. Consider the impact of adverse social, environmental, and political factors in assessing problems and designing interventions Appropriately consults and/or includes religious/spiritual leaders/ practitioners relevant to the client's cultural and belief systems. Examples of Evidence Psychometric instruments are used appropriately. Cultural components and consultation are incorporated Discriminatory practices at the social and community