Job summary
We are looking for enthusiastic psychological therapists / psychologists to work in our Pain Management team as part of an integrated multi-disciplinary service.
Although the main base for the role(s) will be Broomfield Hospital, we have an Pain Service presence at all sites within MSE (Broomfield, Southend, Basildon & Orsett) and this role may involve also working at one other of our hospital sites.
The team works with complex mental health patients with complex Pain Management issues.
You will be expected to provide specialist psychological assessment and effective evidence based interventions.
We are interested in candidates with specialist skills in at least one of the following specialist psychotherapies: CBT and/or ACT.
We are interested in candidates who have experience in delivering group and 1-2-1 sessions.
You will have a commitment to team working and service user and carer involvement.
Experience of working with diversity in a multicultural setting is vital.
The service offers the opportunity to develop skills in psychosocial interventions for complex difficulties in an MDT setting.
You will be part of a supportive group of colleagues, with good supervision structures and access to opportunities within the wider trust for development of special interests.
The service is supportive of continuing professional development.
These roles are available on a full time, part time or job share basis.
Main duties of the job
You provide psychological screening, psychoeducational information, assessment and treatment to patients and their families within MSE Pain Services, with adult outpatients, based on a holistic formulation using appropriate evidence-based psychological theories, models and practice.
Participate in Pain Service multi-disciplinary team discussions and decision making.
To offer consultation around patients' psychological care to non-psychological colleagues, and to other, non-professional carers.
Where appropriate to offer reflective spaces to relevant staff as required.
Offer/assist with the delivery of psychoeducational training to members of the Pain Service multi-disciplinary team as required.
Work in ways which are sensitive to the needs of staff/patients from a wide range of racial, cultural and religious backgrounds.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting Psychological Therapist / Clinical or Counselling Psychologist role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
Please note - shortlisted candidates will be invited to an Assessment Day as part of the interview process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting Psychological Therapist / Clinical or Counselling Psychologist role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
Please note - shortlisted candidates will be invited to an Assessment Day as part of the interview process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional level training in Counselling, Clinical or Health Psychology or Psychological Therapy.
- Registered with a PSA recognised accrediting body, such as HCPC, UKCP, BACP, BABCP and works within the appropriate professional code of conduct.
Desirable
- Additional training in a specific model such as ACT.
- Training and experience in staff training, or group work.
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate demonstrable clinical experience in inpatient or community Mental Health services.
- Skills in the use of psychological assessment, intervention, and management, frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
Desirable
- Previous experience in an Acute hospital setting and/or with patients with pain conditions.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional level training in Counselling, Clinical or Health Psychology or Psychological Therapy.
- Registered with a PSA recognised accrediting body, such as HCPC, UKCP, BACP, BABCP and works within the appropriate professional code of conduct.
Desirable
- Additional training in a specific model such as ACT.
- Training and experience in staff training, or group work.
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate demonstrable clinical experience in inpatient or community Mental Health services.
- Skills in the use of psychological assessment, intervention, and management, frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
Desirable
- Previous experience in an Acute hospital setting and/or with patients with pain conditions.
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).
