Job summary
We have an exciting vacancy for a Band 7 Cognitive Behavioural Therapist within our 0-25 yrs Specialist Eating Disorders Service and ARFID pathway (Forward Thinking Birmingham/CYP Division). SEDS are an established, ambitious community eating disorders team, with a developing ARFID pathway. There has never been a more exciting time to join our expanding team.
The post is suitable for individuals who hold a CBT diploma/Masters qualification and are accredited with the BABCP.The post holder will provide specialist CBT intervention and contribute to the assessment, formulation and delivery of evidence-based psychological treatments for young people with eating disorders including ARFID.
Ideally, applicants will have experience of working with children and young people, with Eating Disorders, Autism and ARFID. However, we are able to provide training to help develop skills within these areas. You will be part of multi-professional team, having access to support, guidance and opportunities for learning and development from within SEDS as well as the wider FTB, Psychological Therapy community/Team. We have a vibrant community of psychological therapists across the organisation and you will be warmly welcomed by colleagues from all psychological therapist groups.
Main duties of the job
We would welcome applications from those looking to build upon their clinical skills with a wide range of presenting difficulties to make a difference in the community. We are looking for enthusiastic, committed and skilled clinicians who can work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, to provide a range of clinical services. The individual will have excellent opportunities to gain experience of multilevel and integrated service provision and to further develop skills of complex case assessment, formulation and the application of evidence based psychological interventions, both individual and in groups. You should have experience of working with service users with complex mental health and behavioural needs.
About us
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Training/qualifications
Essential
- A specialist post-graduate (or equivalent) qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) i.e. MSc, or Post Graduate Diploma.
- Accredited or working towards accreditation with BABCP
- Registered health or social care qualification- RMN, OT, Social Worker etc (For Band 6 post) OR Accreditation with BABCP (For Band 7 post)
Desirable
- Additional qualifications in an accredited therapy
- A qualification, or have undertaken a program of formal training in Clinical Supervision (e.g. completion of a specialist Clinical Supervision Module).
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience working in mental health services
- Skills and experience of working with, assessing, planning, coordinating and supporting children and young people
- Experience of working with young people with complex mental health needs
Desirable
- Skills and knowledge in utilising specific assessments and outcome measures.
Personal
Essential
- Demonstrate a commitment to personal development including ability to be self-reflective, whilst working with service users, in own personal and professional development and in supervision.
- Flexible approach to meeting the needs of the service
- Commitment and a positive attitude to working with this client group.
Desirable
- An interest in working with people with eating disorders and ARFID.
Person Specification
Training/qualifications
Essential
- A specialist post-graduate (or equivalent) qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) i.e. MSc, or Post Graduate Diploma.
- Accredited or working towards accreditation with BABCP
- Registered health or social care qualification- RMN, OT, Social Worker etc (For Band 6 post) OR Accreditation with BABCP (For Band 7 post)
Desirable
- Additional qualifications in an accredited therapy
- A qualification, or have undertaken a program of formal training in Clinical Supervision (e.g. completion of a specialist Clinical Supervision Module).
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience working in mental health services
- Skills and experience of working with, assessing, planning, coordinating and supporting children and young people
- Experience of working with young people with complex mental health needs
Desirable
- Skills and knowledge in utilising specific assessments and outcome measures.
Personal
Essential
- Demonstrate a commitment to personal development including ability to be self-reflective, whilst working with service users, in own personal and professional development and in supervision.
- Flexible approach to meeting the needs of the service
- Commitment and a positive attitude to working with this client group.
Desirable
- An interest in working with people with eating disorders and ARFID.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
different sites across the city: Finch Road & Washwood Heath Primary Care Centre and The Oaklands Centre
1st Floor, Finch Road Primary Care Centre, 2 Finch Road
Birmingham
B19 1HS
Employer's website
https://www.bsmhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
