Job summary
The CAMHS DBT Service has been gradually building over the last 2-3 years and after successful shorter-term pilot phases we've managed to gain funding for a one year pilot with plans in place to apply for additional funding to make the post substantive in the future. The service has been designed and developed using the DBT-A manual as a foundation block to build from. We have been using evidence-based scoring measures i.e. DERS-18 and DBT-ESQ to ensure an effective service is being delivered.
The DBT Service runs over a period of 16 weeks. Included within this is a 4 week Pre-DBT intervention to assess commitment and motivation. After this, young people complete 12 weeks' worth of skills group where we run through 4 key modules: Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness and Mindfulness alongside their weekly 1:1 sessions.
There is a hope that as we expand we will be able developing our service to be inclusive of Radically-Open DBT ("RO-DBT") alongside supporting Locality CAMHS in the implementation of the Decider Group.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will play a key role within the DBT Hub - this would include: Pre-DBT Assessments; facilitating Skills Groups; weekly 1:1 sessions using mood diaries and completing chain analyses whilst also reviewing homework; partaking in weekly consultation including being part of the different roles - Team Lead, Observer, Admin; finally, we also hope in the future to create a DBT Support Line (9-5 Mon-Fri) so we would expect the post holder to be able to support with this.
As briefly mentioned above, the post holder would be expected to hold a clinical caseload where you would be able to utilise your skills and knowledge of DBT to provide skilled assessments and evidence-based intervention to young people as they go through the 16 weeks within the DBT Service.
As part of this developing service, there would also be an expectation that the post holder would be able to support in the expansion and improvement of the DBT service. This would include ensuring ROMS are being regularly collected by all in the service and review this data in the hope of making adjustments to ensure the service is meeting the needs of the YP and families utilising it. This will also include regular reviews of the referral process, inclusion/exclusion criteria. Additionally, within the service we utilise scripts to help newer members of staff within the service - the post holder would be expected to regular review and update these scripts to meet the needs of the young people and families.
About us
The DBT Service is a new team but at the same time, we've been building an exciting atmosphere over the last 2 years in a pilot phase and are already well known and established within CAMHS. The members of the service over the pilot are a wide range of backgrounds and we work hard to provide a space that is containing and safe whilst also balancing this with supporting development.
At AWP we actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds; we are particularly keen to encourage applications from people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and from the LGBTQ+ community. We want people to bring their unique blend of experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and knowledge to AWP, as diversity makes us stronger.
Our outstanding people promote mental health and wellbeing. The expertise and resources within AWP are dedicated to a person-centred approach for those who use our services and for all employees. We recognise that happy and fulfilled employees give better care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Case Holding
As part of this role, you would be expected to hold a small caseload of Young People who are working in the DBT Service. Within this, we'd expect you to have a good understanding of Mood Diaries and how to complete Chain Analyses with a Young Person on a 1:1 basis.
This would also include offering a space to provide a 4 week Pre-DBT Assessment for Young People who may potentially access the DBT Service.
Group Work
Within the service we offer 12 weeks worth of groups (including Mindfulness) and so the post holder would be expected to have a good knowledge of the following skills:
TIPP, ACCEPTS, IMPROVE, Six Senses, DEAR MAN, GIVE, FAST, THINK, ABC, Opposite Action, Coping Ahead, Radical Acceptance, Wise Mind & Dialectical Thinking.
Service Development
As an expanding service, the post holder will have the exciting opportunity to support in potential expansions with particular focus currently being given to RO-DBT, Decider and how we can support our local Inpatient Unit.
Supervision
Within the Service, we also have DBT Champions who will be part of the service 3.75-7.5 hours PW and hold a caseload of 1-2. You'll be expected to provide monthly clinical supervision to 3-4 members of staff.
Training / Advice / Education
As we grow, we are getting more opportunities to provide education both within CAMHS and externally. There would be a hope that the Post Holder would be willing to provide input into this training and potentially lead on this.
There will be opportunities for the post-holder to be building on their confidence in delivering training. This includes an expectation that the post holder would be confident in offering DBT consultancy and advice to staff from a wide-range of professional backgrounds. Additionally, the post-holder would be expected to occasionally join team meetings from different CAMHS teams to train the staff that work within CAMHS to be aware of the service and how to refer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Case Holding
As part of this role, you would be expected to hold a small caseload of Young People who are working in the DBT Service. Within this, we'd expect you to have a good understanding of Mood Diaries and how to complete Chain Analyses with a Young Person on a 1:1 basis.
This would also include offering a space to provide a 4 week Pre-DBT Assessment for Young People who may potentially access the DBT Service.
Group Work
Within the service we offer 12 weeks worth of groups (including Mindfulness) and so the post holder would be expected to have a good knowledge of the following skills:
TIPP, ACCEPTS, IMPROVE, Six Senses, DEAR MAN, GIVE, FAST, THINK, ABC, Opposite Action, Coping Ahead, Radical Acceptance, Wise Mind & Dialectical Thinking.
Service Development
As an expanding service, the post holder will have the exciting opportunity to support in potential expansions with particular focus currently being given to RO-DBT, Decider and how we can support our local Inpatient Unit.
Supervision
Within the Service, we also have DBT Champions who will be part of the service 3.75-7.5 hours PW and hold a caseload of 1-2. You'll be expected to provide monthly clinical supervision to 3-4 members of staff.
Training / Advice / Education
As we grow, we are getting more opportunities to provide education both within CAMHS and externally. There would be a hope that the Post Holder would be willing to provide input into this training and potentially lead on this.
There will be opportunities for the post-holder to be building on their confidence in delivering training. This includes an expectation that the post holder would be confident in offering DBT consultancy and advice to staff from a wide-range of professional backgrounds. Additionally, the post-holder would be expected to occasionally join team meetings from different CAMHS teams to train the staff that work within CAMHS to be aware of the service and how to refer.
Person Specification
DBT Trained
Essential
- Professional Qualification
- DBT Trained
- Experience in CAMHS
Desirable
- Experience working with YP in a Crisis
- Additional DBT Training
Person Specification
DBT Trained
Essential
- Professional Qualification
- DBT Trained
- Experience in CAMHS
Desirable
- Experience working with YP in a Crisis
- Additional DBT Training
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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