Trainee Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
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Job summary
The Children and Young People's Improving Access to Psychological Therapies programme (CYP IAPT) is a service transformation programme delivered by Health Education England and partners that aims to improve existing children and young people's mental health Services (CYP MHS) working in the community. There are five guiding principles one of which is improving access to evidence based psychological therapies.
To apply, you must meet the criteria for CBT trainingand alsohave a BABCP-recognisedprofessional background in mental health or related areas. This means having a recognised CoreProfession. You can find out whether you have a recognised Core Profession athttps://babcp.com/Accreditation/Provisional-Accreditation/Core-Professions
If you do not have a Core Profession, you must complete a portfolio of evidence to show that you have equivalent training and experience. This is known as the Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes portfolio (KSA). You can find out more on the KSA portfolio here: https://babcp.com/Accreditation/Provisional-Accreditation/Knowledge-Skills-and-Attitudes
Prior to this interview, you should have completed your KSA. You will be asked for a copy of you self-statement for KSA criterion 4 in the interview. Please see the BABCP website for guidance and exemplars."
Please send the completed criterion toAdmissions-cwi@reading.ac.ukfor the course tutors toreview prior to your interview. Please note this is a pre-requisite for an offer."
Main duties of the job
The post holder will learn and implement Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to improve the emotional health and well-being of children and young people. There is an expectation the post holder will work with other agencies and the multidisciplinary team in Core CAMHS to support young people and families.
The post holder will complete a Postgraduate Diploma in CBT for children and young people at University of Reading. This course comprises attending teaching and supervision at the university in conjunction with completing a workplace placement in Core CAMHS where a case load and supervision is expected. Moreover the post holder will be required to complete ongoing learning and development through video recording their sessions with young people and reviewing these at both university and workplace supervision. The post holder will be expected to implement the CBT knowledge and skills they learn through assessment, formulation and ongoing adherence to CBT treatment protocols. They will be care coordinating and managing a caseload independently with the support of a workplace supervisor, team lead, and course staff.
The course you will be completing at the University of Reading as part of this role is a Level 2 accredited course with BABCP. This means that upon completion trainees will meet criteria to apply for provisional accreditation as a CBT therapist with the BABCP.
About us
Our core strategy is to be an employer of choice, a great place to work and be known for a diverse and inclusive culture whose staff feel valued. We provide a range of NHS services including physical, mental health and specialty services provided in hospital settings and out in the community within schools, GP clinics and patients own homes.
NHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in both hospital settings and out in the community. Because we put the person at the centre of all we do, we focus on delivering care that is as easy to access as possible. This means many of our services can be provided at home, work or in schools.We also provide health services to various prisons and detention centres in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.
Details
Date posted
04 October 2022
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£33,706 to £40,588 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
270-TD657-ACS
Job locations
Newland House
Campbell Street
Northampton
NN1 3EB
Employer details
Employer name
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Newland House
Campbell Street
Northampton
NN1 3EB
Employer's website
https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Snr Clinical Psychologist & CYP IAPT Coordinator
Katherine Mead
07703381217
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