Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Psychological Therapist to join the South Norfolk Youth Service. This service works with young people between the ages of 14 and 25 who are experiencing complex mental health difficulties.
We are happy to consider a newly qualified psychologist who would be appointed at a band 7. We would also consider appropriately qualified therapists on their accreditation pathway and would initially appoint as a band 6 until they have achieved accreditation.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide direct clinical work as well as supervision and consultation within the team. The post-holder will have an interest in working with trauma, complexity and incorporating families into their work.
They will be trained in evidence based NICE recommended psychological therapy for adolescents and young adults and be accredited with BABCP, ACAT or UKCP.
About us
This is an exciting time for Youth Mental Health services and our service is at the forefront of these developments. There are strong research links both locally with UEA, nationally and internationally with staff from our service presenting at the recent International Youth Mental Health Conference in Brisbane. The post holder would have the opportunity to help with the ongoing transformation of the service. As part of the Child, Families and Young people's service line there are also opportunities to work as part of a wider psychology team, including developing training, online resources and supporting reflective practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will have an interest in working with trauma, complexity and incorporating families into their work. They will be trained in evidence based NICE recommended psychological therapy for adolescents and young adults and be accredited with BABCP, ACAT or UKCP.
Please find attached our Job Description for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will have an interest in working with trauma, complexity and incorporating families into their work. They will be trained in evidence based NICE recommended psychological therapy for adolescents and young adults and be accredited with BABCP, ACAT or UKCP.
Please find attached our Job Description for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Health or Social Care Professional qualification RMN, Dip OT, Clinical Psychology, Diploma In Social Work or equivalent
- Postgraduate Diploma in CBT or CAT or family therapy or equivalent
- Registration with appropriate professional body
Experience
Essential
- Documentary evidence of continuing professional development
- Group work in Mental Health
- Training and ability to deliver other therapeutic approaches e.g DBT, EMDR, IPT
Desirable
- Audit and research procedures
- Service development
Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively with a range of individuals, clients, professionals and organisations
- Able to demonstrate a flexible enabling approach to service delivery
- Work autonomously and set down priorities and practice effective time management
Desirable
- Treatment of complex disorders eg. eating disorders
- Advanced ICT skills eg. Excel, Powerpoint or research based tools
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of therapeutic approaches and application
- Awareness of safeguarding principles
- NICE guidelines
General
Essential
- Accreditation with BABCP or ACAT
- Willingness to share skills, experience and thus promote patient care
- Able to travel independently
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Health or Social Care Professional qualification RMN, Dip OT, Clinical Psychology, Diploma In Social Work or equivalent
- Postgraduate Diploma in CBT or CAT or family therapy or equivalent
- Registration with appropriate professional body
Experience
Essential
- Documentary evidence of continuing professional development
- Group work in Mental Health
- Training and ability to deliver other therapeutic approaches e.g DBT, EMDR, IPT
Desirable
- Audit and research procedures
- Service development
Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively with a range of individuals, clients, professionals and organisations
- Able to demonstrate a flexible enabling approach to service delivery
- Work autonomously and set down priorities and practice effective time management
Desirable
- Treatment of complex disorders eg. eating disorders
- Advanced ICT skills eg. Excel, Powerpoint or research based tools
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of therapeutic approaches and application
- Awareness of safeguarding principles
- NICE guidelines
General
Essential
- Accreditation with BABCP or ACAT
- Willingness to share skills, experience and thus promote patient care
- Able to travel independently
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
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).
