Job summary
We have an excellent opportunity for a CBTp (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for psychosis) Therapist to join the Derbyshire Early Intervention Service. This well-established and effective service is for people aged14 to 65 who have experienced a first episode of psychosis. This permanent position is ideally suited to a therapist with experience of working with a wide range of mental health problems, including psychosis, and who is keen to develop their skills in a friendly and supportive workplace. We would also welcome applications from CBTp Trainees.
Main duties of the job
As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide specialist Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Psychosis (CBTp) utilising theoretical knowledge and skills for 14-65-year-olds within the Derbyshire Early Intervention Service, providing detailed CBTp assessment and treatment. In conjunction with the multidisciplinary team, you will provide advice, consultation, and clinical supervision from a CBTp framework to other health care professionals within the Early Intervention Service. We are looking for someone with a high level of interpersonal and communication skills, with good therapeutic skills related to CBTp, who possesses an enthusiasm for team working and people who have experienced a first episode of psychosis.
About us
Derbyshire Early Intervention service has a strong ethos of hope and inclusivity. You will work alongside an enthusiastic multidisciplinary team, including clinical psychologists and psychological therapists, who are committed to working flexibly and creatively with individuals and families in their recovery following a psychotic episode. This service has teams based in Derby and Chesterfield and your main base will be in Derby. There are opportunities to receive specialist supervision, and a range of training opportunities are available with this role.
You will join a strong and well-led Division of Psychology & Psychological Therapies within Derbyshire Healthcare. We have a strong focus on staff wellbeing and actively support personal and professional development. There are excellent opportunities for peer support across specialties, to join a range of specialist supervision groups, and to participate in regular in-house and external CPD. To find out more or to arrange a visit please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Core health or social care professional qualification at degree level (e.g. Registered with HCPC / NMC statutory SWE reg. body etc, or Dip HE Nursing / Social Work / Occupational Therapy, or Clinical Doctorate in Counselling / Clinical Psychology)
- BABCP Level II Accredited Post-graduate qualification (Diploma / MSc) in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or its equivalence with psychosis. Current CBTp Trainees will also be considered.
- BABCP Accreditation or clinical experience satisfying BABCP accreditation criteria & willingness to achieve and maintain accreditation within 1 year of being in post.
Skills
Essential
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post (Car User)
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in mental health services with psychosis and a range of adult mental health problems.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Core health or social care professional qualification at degree level (e.g. Registered with HCPC / NMC statutory SWE reg. body etc, or Dip HE Nursing / Social Work / Occupational Therapy, or Clinical Doctorate in Counselling / Clinical Psychology)
- BABCP Level II Accredited Post-graduate qualification (Diploma / MSc) in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or its equivalence with psychosis. Current CBTp Trainees will also be considered.
- BABCP Accreditation or clinical experience satisfying BABCP accreditation criteria & willingness to achieve and maintain accreditation within 1 year of being in post.
Skills
Essential
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post (Car User)
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in mental health services with psychosis and a range of adult mental health problems.
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).
