Job summary
ELFT Digital Therapies (EDT), is looking to recruit an experienced Senior PWP or qualified high intensity therapist (with a PWP background) to join a high performing and creative team. We are part of East London NHS Foundation Trust which has been rated "Outstanding" by Care Quality Commission (CQC) and are committed to ensuring a healthy work life balance and a positive working environment. Our trust values are: we care, we respect and we are inclusive.
EDT is an exceptional talking therapies service with excellent development opportunities. We are committed to the progression of our team members and our posts are formulated to allow for development of clinical expertise in chosen clinical areas. As well as offering a range of therapies, the service also runs as a training centre, therefore offering opportunities for supervision and training.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced PWP or a qualified high intensity therapist who has a strong background in delivering PWP interventions. Applicant should come with experience of delivering supervision and case management to PWPs and should be committed to supporting the professional development of PWPs.
Main duties of the job
The role will provide you with an opportunity to hold a small clinical caseload, alongside line management responsibilities of PWPs, and delivering case management and clinical case supervision. In addition to this, the post-holder will be responsible for supporting the senior management team with recruitment of staff and the implementation of wellbeing initiatives to support the retention of practitioners.
The post-holder will be working alongside the management team at EDT to support with their respective strategic areas.
Working as part of EDT offers numerous opportunities for learning and development through strong team support and clinical supervision and being part of an evolving, integrating team. The role provides excellent experience that can be beneficial for both clinical and managerial progression.
Due to diverse populations in the services we support, this is a unique opportunity to work with adult clients from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds. The post will include triage and assessment as well as delivery of CBT interventions at Step 2 or Step 3. The service has expanded its workshops provision, therefore offering the chance to develop group skills and work alongside colleagues to deliver innovative treatment programmes. A keen interest or prior experience in delivering therapy in a group format would be greatly valued.
About us
Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is offered as a full-time permanent post, with the expectation that all clinical staff work one late evening per week (12pm until 8pm). We currently offer completely remote working for this role. However, while this role is primarily remote, occasional travel to Trust sites may be required to support team integration, training delivery, or other operational needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is offered as a full-time permanent post, with the expectation that all clinical staff work one late evening per week (12pm until 8pm). We currently offer completely remote working for this role. However, while this role is primarily remote, occasional travel to Trust sites may be required to support team integration, training delivery, or other operational needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified CBT Therapist with full or provisional accreditation with the BABCP Or HCPC registered clinical or counselling psychologist eligible for provisional BABCP accreditation PLUS IAPT Low intensity worker / Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner qualification (PGCert/Dip PWP) OR IAPT Low intensity worker / Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner qualification (PGCert/Dip PWP) BABCP registered Relevant specialist trainings or qualifications in other High Intensity Therapies and accreditation with professional body Training or qualification in providing CBT in group formats.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an adult IAPT service Experience of line managing staff Experience of delivering clinical supervision Ability to meet agreed/specified service targets Ability to manage own caseload and time Demonstrate high standards in written communication Able to write clear reports and letters to referrers Experience in treating Post traumatic Stress Disorder Experience of delivering therapy in a group format
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified CBT Therapist with full or provisional accreditation with the BABCP Or HCPC registered clinical or counselling psychologist eligible for provisional BABCP accreditation PLUS IAPT Low intensity worker / Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner qualification (PGCert/Dip PWP) OR IAPT Low intensity worker / Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner qualification (PGCert/Dip PWP) BABCP registered Relevant specialist trainings or qualifications in other High Intensity Therapies and accreditation with professional body Training or qualification in providing CBT in group formats.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an adult IAPT service Experience of line managing staff Experience of delivering clinical supervision Ability to meet agreed/specified service targets Ability to manage own caseload and time Demonstrate high standards in written communication Able to write clear reports and letters to referrers Experience in treating Post traumatic Stress Disorder Experience of delivering therapy in a group format
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).
