Band 7 Psychological Therapist (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)

We have one exciting vacancy that have arisen for Band 7 Psychological Therapist within our Integrated Community Care and Recovery (ICCR) Services. This post is suitable for an individual who has already completed a postgraduate diploma CBT training course. We will also support the successful candidate with some further bespoke mental health training i.e. PG Cert Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.

We are looking for a suitably experienced and qualified psychological practitioner. The post-holder will be part of a multi-professional team supporting the Transformation of our Community Services in BSMHFT as part of the NHS Long Term Plan.

The post is full time located at Orsborn House, West Hub CMHTs. We would welcome applications from those looking to build upon their clinical skills with a wide range of presenting difficulties to make a difference in the community.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and skilled clinician who can work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, to provide a range of clinical services. The individual will have excellent opportunities to gain experience of multilevel and integrated service provision and to further develop skills of complex case assessment, formulation and the application of evidence based psychological interventions, both individual and in groups. You should have experience of working with service users with complex mental health and behavioural needs.

About us

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Training/qualifications

Essential

• A specialist post-graduate (or equivalent) qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) i.e. MSc, or Post Graduate Diploma. For trainee post to be enrolled on one of these courses
• Accreditation with the BABCP
• Additional training i.e. PG Cert Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Psychosis and Bipolar/PD)

Desirable

• Additional qualifications in an accredited therapy
• A qualification, or have undertaken a program of formal training in Clinical Supervision (e.g. completion of a specialist Clinical Supervision Module).

Experience

Essential

• Relevant post registration experience working in mental health services
• Skills and experience of working with, assessing, planning, co-ordinating and supporting people with mental health problems in a community setting around a range of emotional/mental health, behavioural /additional health or developmental needs / substance misuse needs.
• Experience of working with people with complex and challenging presentations

Desirable

• Skills and knowledge in utilising specific assessments and outcome measures.

Personal

Essential

• Demonstrate a commitment to personal development including ability to be self-reflective, whilst working with service users, in own personal and professional development and in supervision.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of clinical/managerial/academic supervision.

Desirable

• Personal experience of mental health difficulties (self, family or friends).

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Orsborn House

55 Terrace Road

Handsworth

B19 1BP

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