Job summary
In an exciting development, South Tyneside and
Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT) are seeking to recruit a Trainee Cognitive
Behaviour Therapist. The post holder will be supported to deliver evidence based
psychological treatment to children and young people and their families in one of our established Children and Young Peoples Mental Health Services (CYPMHS)
either in Sunderland, South Tyneside or Gateshead.
Successful applicants will gain
experience of providing psychological therapies for children and young people
using NICE recommended and evidence-based mental health treatments. As a
trainee, they will also be expected to attend and complete CBT - PG Diploma in Evidence Based
Psychological Therapy (CBT) training at
Northumbria University, within 12 months, and gain the skills and knowledge to enable them to deliver High
Intensity CBT Interventions . The training course with the University commences
in January 2025, therefore it is essential that the trainees will be available
for employment January 2025.
Main duties of the job
Undertake and
successfully complete training in the -
CBT - PG Diploma in
Evidence Based Psychological Therapy (CBT) training at Northumbria University, within 12 months.
Trainees are
eligible for training if they have not accessed an CYP-PT funded training
programme within the last 2 years of qualifying.
Professional
qualification teaching, nursing, SW,AHP. Counselling or within a
psychological therapy.
Experience of
working in assessment and treatment to support the mental health needs of
children, young people and their families.
Experience of
working within the community.
Ability to
engage vulnerable and underserved populations.
Knowledge and
experience of safeguarding and the promotion of welfare in children and young
people.
Knowledge of
universal and specialist childrens mental health service provision.
Ability to work
as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Proven time and
caseload management skills.
Ability to work
flexibly in a variety of environments.
Good working
knowledge of Microsoft Office and other associated IT packages.
Proven
organisational skills.
Hold a full UK
driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
For the post holder to work as a member of the Children and Young
peoples mental Health Service (CYPMHS).
For the post holder to be part of one of the localities of Sunderland
South Tyneside or Gateshead. To be identified on appointment.
For the post holder to work with children and young people and their
families who have a range of mental health problem that will benefit from a high intensity cognitive
behaviour therapy ( CBT ) treatment. The
post holder will deliver this in a training capacity.
For the post holder to use evidence-based interventions as per clinical
training ( Cognitive Behaviour Therapy ),
and deliver training where appropriate.
For the post holder to work with children and young people and families
from different cultural backgrounds and underserved populations, using
interpreters when necessary and be committed to providing equal opportunities.
For the post holder to meet targets that are set within the service.
For the post holder to successfully undertake training on the CBT - PG Diploma in Evidence Based
Psychological Therapy (CBT) course at
Northumbria University and completed within 12 months.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
For the post holder to work as a member of the Children and Young
peoples mental Health Service (CYPMHS).
For the post holder to be part of one of the localities of Sunderland
South Tyneside or Gateshead. To be identified on appointment.
For the post holder to work with children and young people and their
families who have a range of mental health problem that will benefit from a high intensity cognitive
behaviour therapy ( CBT ) treatment. The
post holder will deliver this in a training capacity.
For the post holder to use evidence-based interventions as per clinical
training ( Cognitive Behaviour Therapy ),
and deliver training where appropriate.
For the post holder to work with children and young people and families
from different cultural backgrounds and underserved populations, using
interpreters when necessary and be committed to providing equal opportunities.
For the post holder to meet targets that are set within the service.
For the post holder to successfully undertake training on the CBT - PG Diploma in Evidence Based
Psychological Therapy (CBT) course at
Northumbria University and completed within 12 months.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a children and young peoples mental health service.
- Experience of offering assessments and treatments to children, young people and their families.
- Experience of working within the community or education setting.
- Knowledge and experience of safeguarding and the promotion of welfare in children and young people.
Desirable
- Working in a service where agreed service targets are in place that demonstrates clinical outcomes.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Working Knowledge of universal and specialist children's mental health service provision.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other associated IT packages.
- Proven organisational skills.
- Proven time and caseload management skills.
- Able to write clear reports and letters. Demonstrates a high standard in both written and oral communication.
- Ability to engage vulnerable and underserved populations.
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to work flexibly in a variety of environments.
- Ability to work under supervision and make good use of the supervisory process for personal and clinical development.
- Experience of and carried out risk assessments within scope of practice.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the need for evidence based psychological therapies.
Desirable
- Demonstrates a knowledge of child development and the links with childhood mental health.
Qualifications
Essential
- Willingness to Undertake and successfully complete CBT - PG Diploma in Evidence Based Psychological Therapy (CBT) training at Northumbria University, within 12 months.
- Professional qualification teaching, nursing, SW,AHP. Counselling or within a psychological therapy.
- Trainees are eligible for training if they have not accessed an CYP-PT funded training programme within the last 2 years of qualifying.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
- Ability to manage own time and diary and to manage demands of both training course and work in service.
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk is across the full duration of the working day.
- Ability to on occasion, move and handle objects in line with Trust guidelines using appropriate aids.
- Ability to work flexibly sometimes working additional or unsocial hours as necessary to meet the needs of the service and ensure a complete understanding is had in relation to care delivery.
- Standard keyboard skills.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a children and young peoples mental health service.
- Experience of offering assessments and treatments to children, young people and their families.
- Experience of working within the community or education setting.
- Knowledge and experience of safeguarding and the promotion of welfare in children and young people.
Desirable
- Working in a service where agreed service targets are in place that demonstrates clinical outcomes.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Working Knowledge of universal and specialist children's mental health service provision.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other associated IT packages.
- Proven organisational skills.
- Proven time and caseload management skills.
- Able to write clear reports and letters. Demonstrates a high standard in both written and oral communication.
- Ability to engage vulnerable and underserved populations.
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to work flexibly in a variety of environments.
- Ability to work under supervision and make good use of the supervisory process for personal and clinical development.
- Experience of and carried out risk assessments within scope of practice.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the need for evidence based psychological therapies.
Desirable
- Demonstrates a knowledge of child development and the links with childhood mental health.
Qualifications
Essential
- Willingness to Undertake and successfully complete CBT - PG Diploma in Evidence Based Psychological Therapy (CBT) training at Northumbria University, within 12 months.
- Professional qualification teaching, nursing, SW,AHP. Counselling or within a psychological therapy.
- Trainees are eligible for training if they have not accessed an CYP-PT funded training programme within the last 2 years of qualifying.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
- Ability to manage own time and diary and to manage demands of both training course and work in service.
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk is across the full duration of the working day.
- Ability to on occasion, move and handle objects in line with Trust guidelines using appropriate aids.
- Ability to work flexibly sometimes working additional or unsocial hours as necessary to meet the needs of the service and ensure a complete understanding is had in relation to care delivery.
- Standard keyboard skills.
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Cleadon Park Primary Care Centre
Prince Edward Road
South Shields
Tyne and Wear
NE34 8PS
Employer's website
https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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