Job summary
We are very excited to request applicants for a Band 7 CBT Therapist post. This post will be within our existing EIP service but specifically aimed at working with people who are identified as being at risk of developing Psychosis, known as an 'at risk mental state' ARMS. This is a community post covering the NW Essex area including Stansted, Harlow, Loughton and Epping.
Main duties of the job
The NICE guidance recommends that those at risk of developing psychosis be offered CBT with or without Family Intervention. The ARMS CBT therapist will work closely with primary care referrers and the Early Intervention in Psychosis Service and aims to prevent or delay transition to a first episode of psychosis.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This ARMS (At Risk Mental State) model is based on NICE-recommended interventions which include comprehensive assessment and psychological interventions for psychosis or co-existing mental health problems (e.g. depression, anxiety, emerging personality disorder, substance misuse). support. The psychological therapists are an integral part of the EIP & ARMS multi-disciplinary team. Key responsibilities would include undertaking assessments, developing formulations, delivering evidence based interventions, supporting the team with auditing activities, developing intervention packages, and supervising and training colleagues. As it is a new role there is significant scope for innovation in contributing to developing the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This ARMS (At Risk Mental State) model is based on NICE-recommended interventions which include comprehensive assessment and psychological interventions for psychosis or co-existing mental health problems (e.g. depression, anxiety, emerging personality disorder, substance misuse). support. The psychological therapists are an integral part of the EIP & ARMS multi-disciplinary team. Key responsibilities would include undertaking assessments, developing formulations, delivering evidence based interventions, supporting the team with auditing activities, developing intervention packages, and supervising and training colleagues. As it is a new role there is significant scope for innovation in contributing to developing the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HAS THE CORRECT QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE
REGISTRATION
Essential
- HAS THE CORRECT PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION FOR THE ROLE
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HAS THE CORRECT QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE
REGISTRATION
Essential
- HAS THE CORRECT PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION FOR THE ROLE
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).
