Job summary
We are looking to recruit three CBT Therapist in our Community Mental Health Teams which provides support and intervention for working age adults experiencing severe mental health difficulties. This is an exciting time to join and be part of the transformation journey that the Community Mental Health Framework (CMHF) brings for increasing access to evidence based psychological therapies.
We would welcome applications from BABCP accredited CBT therapists, further training in competences for severe mental health problems would be desirable but further training would be available, and a requirement for, the successful candidates.
It is now no longer a requirement for CBT therapists in Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust to have a core profession in addition to accreditation, we now welcome applications from CBT therapists with a Knowledge Skills Attitude (KSA) equivalence portfolio.
If we are not able to recruit accredited CBT therapists, then we will consider applications from aspiring CBT therapists for training roles. Please see below for further details of eligibility for applications. In addition to aspiring CBT therapists, we would welcome applicants who have commenced CBT training and are looking to secure a Band 7 position on completion of this.
We are recruiting to 3 positions 1 in Ripon, 1 for the West York (based in Acomb) and 1 in the Central York (based in Huntington) please indicate in your application which posts you would like to be considered for.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide high quality evidence-based therapy to working age adults experiencing severe mental health problems. You will work in collaboration with a wider multi-disciplinary team including other Psychological Professions colleagues. You will receive high quality supervision and CPD opportunities to enable you to achieve or maintain your accreditation.
Training to achieve competencies in either CBT for Psychosis & Bipolar Disorder or CBT for Personality Disorder would be an expectation and opportunity of the role, this would be fully funded, and job planned. Further information about the CBT competencies for severe mental health problems can be found atPsychological therapies for severe mental health problems | Health Education England (hee.nhs.uk)
Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust has an expanding CBT workforce with opportunities for development and progression. There is also an active and evolving Higher Education teaching and research network.
About us
We are the Mental Health and Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York & Selby.
We are committed to co-creating safe and personalised care that improves the lives of people by involving them as equal partners. The most important way we will get there is by living our values, all of the time.
Psychological Professions staff will be expected to display the Trust values at all times, working as part of the collective team with shared accountability and responsibility for ensuring the safety and effectiveness of patient care is delivered in a patient centred manner. They will also contribute to ensuring the culture of our services is built upon the Trust Values and the trust's strategy - Our Journey To change (OJTC).
We're also committed to co-creating a great experience for our colleagues- find out more about why you should come and work for us hereWhy choose TEWV? - Tees Esk and Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will carry their own caseload providing CBT for a range of severe mental health presentations. Eight out of ten clinical sessions will involve direct therapy with caseload.
They will undertake specialist CBT assessment, formulation and intervention, collaborating with clients and multi-disciplinary colleagues.
The role involves undertaking risk assessment and management.
The consideration of culture, power and privilege within a patient care making adaptations to treatment as appropriate
They will provide advice, guidance and consultation on Cognitive Behaviourally informed approaches to other staff.
Person Specification:
Specialist CBT Therapist
Practitioner or First Accreditation as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with BABCP
AND
A qualification that leads to registration with a professional regulatory body and current registration
OR
a Knowledge Skills Attitude (KSA) equivalence portfolio approved as part of BABCP accreditation.
Trainee CBT Therapist
A core profession recognised by BABCP.
AND
Registered with a professional regulatory body.
OR
An undergraduate degree in a relevant field to mental health
AND
Substantial experience demonstrating a breadth of experience in two or more mental health settings to meet KSA requirements.
Please see attached person specification for additional requirements.
Additional contact details - Alexandra Askew Highly Specialist Applied psychologist West CMHT alexandra.askew1@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will carry their own caseload providing CBT for a range of severe mental health presentations. Eight out of ten clinical sessions will involve direct therapy with caseload.
They will undertake specialist CBT assessment, formulation and intervention, collaborating with clients and multi-disciplinary colleagues.
The role involves undertaking risk assessment and management.
The consideration of culture, power and privilege within a patient care making adaptations to treatment as appropriate
They will provide advice, guidance and consultation on Cognitive Behaviourally informed approaches to other staff.
Person Specification:
Specialist CBT Therapist
Practitioner or First Accreditation as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with BABCP
AND
A qualification that leads to registration with a professional regulatory body and current registration
OR
a Knowledge Skills Attitude (KSA) equivalence portfolio approved as part of BABCP accreditation.
Trainee CBT Therapist
A core profession recognised by BABCP.
AND
Registered with a professional regulatory body.
OR
An undergraduate degree in a relevant field to mental health
AND
Substantial experience demonstrating a breadth of experience in two or more mental health settings to meet KSA requirements.
Please see attached person specification for additional requirements.
Additional contact details - Alexandra Askew Highly Specialist Applied psychologist West CMHT alexandra.askew1@nhs.net
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Practitioner or First Accreditation as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with the BABCP Registration Number AND A qualification that leads to registration with a professional regulatory body (HCPC, GMC, NMC or Social Work England) AND current registration with this professional regulatory body. (If a different regulatory body please seek advice from Chief Psychological Professions Officer) Or A Knowledge Skills Attitude (KSA) equivalence portfolio approved by BABCP as part of your Accreditation as Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) Be able to provide evidence of KSA Approval from HEI or BABCP
- A core profession as recognised by BABCP And Registered with a professional regulatory body (HCPC, NMC, GMC, Social Work England) AND For those with a CORE PROFESSION post qualifying experience in secondary care mental health settings is essential. OR An undergraduate degree in a relevant field to mental health AND NON-CORE PROFESSION substantial experience demonstrating a breadth of experience in two or more mental health settings to meet KSA requirements. AND Knowledge of the KSA requirements for accreditation AND Evidence the experience and knowledge below in order to complete a KSA portfolio
Knowledge
Essential
- oEvidence- based practice relevant to the role oRisk assessment and risk management oAwareness of systemic barriers to accessing psychological services/healthcare for minoritized communities oClinical governance oLegislation in relation to the client group and mental health.
- oWorking with people relevant to the area in which you are applying for the post oWorking in multi-disciplinary team settings oDemonstrates high standards in written communication oAble to write clear reports and letters to referrers oAble to effectively use IT packages to support training oTo work and learn independently in order to fulfil requirement of post graduate training. oCommunicate complex and highly sensitive information effectively, to a wide range of people oDemonstrate good risk assessment skills oWork effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team oUtilise objective measures competently oUtilise appropriate clinical governance mechanisms within own work. oUse approved breakaway techniques Demonstrate effective keyboard skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience delivering CBT
- Experience of Working with multi-disciplinary teams
- Assessing and managing risk of self harm/ suicide
- Experience in discussing and responding to issues related to cultural diversity, intersectionality and inclusivity, including working with vulnerable groups (e.g. those for whom English is not their first language).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Practitioner or First Accreditation as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with the BABCP Registration Number AND A qualification that leads to registration with a professional regulatory body (HCPC, GMC, NMC or Social Work England) AND current registration with this professional regulatory body. (If a different regulatory body please seek advice from Chief Psychological Professions Officer) Or A Knowledge Skills Attitude (KSA) equivalence portfolio approved by BABCP as part of your Accreditation as Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) Be able to provide evidence of KSA Approval from HEI or BABCP
- A core profession as recognised by BABCP And Registered with a professional regulatory body (HCPC, NMC, GMC, Social Work England) AND For those with a CORE PROFESSION post qualifying experience in secondary care mental health settings is essential. OR An undergraduate degree in a relevant field to mental health AND NON-CORE PROFESSION substantial experience demonstrating a breadth of experience in two or more mental health settings to meet KSA requirements. AND Knowledge of the KSA requirements for accreditation AND Evidence the experience and knowledge below in order to complete a KSA portfolio
Knowledge
Essential
- oEvidence- based practice relevant to the role oRisk assessment and risk management oAwareness of systemic barriers to accessing psychological services/healthcare for minoritized communities oClinical governance oLegislation in relation to the client group and mental health.
- oWorking with people relevant to the area in which you are applying for the post oWorking in multi-disciplinary team settings oDemonstrates high standards in written communication oAble to write clear reports and letters to referrers oAble to effectively use IT packages to support training oTo work and learn independently in order to fulfil requirement of post graduate training. oCommunicate complex and highly sensitive information effectively, to a wide range of people oDemonstrate good risk assessment skills oWork effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team oUtilise objective measures competently oUtilise appropriate clinical governance mechanisms within own work. oUse approved breakaway techniques Demonstrate effective keyboard skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience delivering CBT
- Experience of Working with multi-disciplinary teams
- Assessing and managing risk of self harm/ suicide
- Experience in discussing and responding to issues related to cultural diversity, intersectionality and inclusivity, including working with vulnerable groups (e.g. those for whom English is not their first language).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
