Job summary
Are you passionate about mental health? Are you a highly motivated, adaptable, and enthusiastic person? Would you like to work within a primary care setting in a friendly, dedicated team?
We are looking to recruit Trainee High Intensity Therapists to the Dorset and Southampton Steps 2 Wellbeing service, an NHS Talking Therapies Service supporting adults with common mental health problems. Successful candidates will undertake a 12 month training course at the University of Southampton, learning to provide Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to patients with depression and a range of anxiety disorders. Successful applicants will attend training with the University two days a week and work in service with a limited caseload of patients three days a week (including an out of hours clinic). Upon completion trainees will meet criteria to apply for provisional accreditation as a CBT therapist with the BABCP.
All our staff are expected to work flexibly, providing a combination of face to face and remote sessions. You will be required to attend 100% of training days with the University.
On successful completion of the course, trainees enter our preceptorship program receiving enhanced supervision, peer support meetings and triaged caseload, leading to a permanent band 7 post with a full caseload.
Positions are available in Southampton, Urban (Bournemouth & Poole) and Rural (Dorset) localities.
The job role will start 11th September 2023
Main duties of the job
There are 2 routes to eligibility.
ROUTE 1: You will be qualified in a mental health profession as defined by the BABCP (See website for full list of accepted core professions;Core Professions (babcp.com))ANDhave at least 2 years post qualification experience.
ROUTE 2: You do not have a core profession but you have 4 years relevant mental health experience and have completed a KSA portfolio which you are able to submit at point of interview (please refer to BABCP KSA guidance to find out if a full or partial KSA portfolio is requiredKnowledge Skills and Attitudes (babcp.com)).If applying via route 2 you will need to have your KSA completed and ready to submit at point of interview. Alloffers are conditional on completion of a KSA and this would need to be submitted following interview if offered a conditional place. For information on how to complete the KSA please visit the BABCP website.
Please note that Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners cannot be recruited to HI training posts until they have at least two years of post-qualification experience. If you have recently completed an NHS funded psychological professions course, you will not be eligible to access this training until 2 years post qualification.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
If you would like to find out more about the position, please see below for contacts who will be able to answer your questions:
- Step to Wellbeing (Southampton) Matthew Mills - matthew.mills7@nhs.net
Regrettably, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
As this post involves University study and full-time work, it is not suitable for applicants with limited leave to remain such as those on student and graduate visas. If you have an alternative visa and wish to apply, please contact: dhc.internationalrecruitment@nhs.net prior to submitting your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
If you would like to find out more about the position, please see below for contacts who will be able to answer your questions:
- Step to Wellbeing (Southampton) Matthew Mills - matthew.mills7@nhs.net
Regrettably, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
As this post involves University study and full-time work, it is not suitable for applicants with limited leave to remain such as those on student and graduate visas. If you have an alternative visa and wish to apply, please contact: dhc.internationalrecruitment@nhs.net prior to submitting your application.
Person Specification
Educational/Qualifications
Essential
- An undergraduate degree or equivalent in a discipline connected to mental health (e.g. Psychology, neuroscience, or a BABCP recognised core profession) OR those without an undergraduate qualification but with evidence of the ability to study at third year of undergraduate level (level 6) will also be considered)
- A core mental health profession as defined by the British Association for Behavioural and cognitive Psychotherapies( BABCP) e.g. social work, OT, MH nurse, clinical or counselling psychologist, psychiatrist and have at least 2 years post qualification experience OR candidates who do not have a core profession need to be able to provide a complete KSA portfolio (please refer to BABCP KSA guidance for whether a full / partial KSA is required)
- Some knowledge and experience of CBT
Desirable
- Experience working in a stepped care service for anxiety and depression
- Evidence of foundation level / sustained CPD in CBT
- Evidence of using CBT techniques in practice
Skills/Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in mental health services
- Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health
- Knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems
- Ability to meet agreed / specified service targets
Desirable
- Worked in a Service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
- Experience of working in Primary Care Services
Skills/Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to manage own caseload and time
- Demonstrates high standards in written communication
- Has received training (either formal or through experience) and carried out risk assessments within scope of practice
- Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively
- Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships
Desirable
- Experience of working with diverse communities within a multicultural setting
Skills/Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post
- Qualified to drive and has access to a vehicle for work purposes
Person Specification
Educational/Qualifications
Essential
- An undergraduate degree or equivalent in a discipline connected to mental health (e.g. Psychology, neuroscience, or a BABCP recognised core profession) OR those without an undergraduate qualification but with evidence of the ability to study at third year of undergraduate level (level 6) will also be considered)
- A core mental health profession as defined by the British Association for Behavioural and cognitive Psychotherapies( BABCP) e.g. social work, OT, MH nurse, clinical or counselling psychologist, psychiatrist and have at least 2 years post qualification experience OR candidates who do not have a core profession need to be able to provide a complete KSA portfolio (please refer to BABCP KSA guidance for whether a full / partial KSA is required)
- Some knowledge and experience of CBT
Desirable
- Experience working in a stepped care service for anxiety and depression
- Evidence of foundation level / sustained CPD in CBT
- Evidence of using CBT techniques in practice
Skills/Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in mental health services
- Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health
- Knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems
- Ability to meet agreed / specified service targets
Desirable
- Worked in a Service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
- Experience of working in Primary Care Services
Skills/Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to manage own caseload and time
- Demonstrates high standards in written communication
- Has received training (either formal or through experience) and carried out risk assessments within scope of practice
- Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively
- Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships
Desirable
- Experience of working with diverse communities within a multicultural setting
Skills/Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post
- Qualified to drive and has access to a vehicle for work purposes
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).
