Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a number of CBT roles in
Think Wellbeing Wigan: NHS Talking Therapies for Anxiety and Depression.
We are an integrated step 2 and step 3 NHS Talking Therapy service which supports people experiencing common mental health disorders. You will join our step 3 CBT therapists in providing a mixture of face to face and virtual appointments as part of your role.
We are seeking to recruit a number of enthusiastic and dedicated CBT's to join our team. We have a reputation for creating an enjoyable and supportive work environment and wish to bring others in who share our values.
Main duties of the job
The post holders will be primarily responsible for providing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to working age clients with 'common' mental health needs in primary healthcare settings in the Wigan borough.
The post holder will work within the procedures, protocols and guidelines for the Service.
The post holder will plan and organise their work schedule and tasks, having managerial and clinical supervision as the role demands.
The service is committed to improving access for clients and offering flexible working hours for staff. There is an expectation of some evening working.
The successful applicants will join an experienced group of CBT therapists and benefit from close support from the teams Clinical Lead and management team. There are excellent opportunities for shared learning and continuing professional development.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification from High Intensity IAPT Course (Post Graduate Diploma) OR Equivalent: e.g. A recorded/registered doctoral level qualification in clinical or counselling psychology/ a recorded/registered qualification in one of the following - nursing, social work, occupational therapy or a psychological therapy - plus further post graduate diploma qualification in CBT from a recognised or accredited training provider AND significant experience working as a psychological therapy practitioner and demonstrating the competences as required.
Desirable
- Training in an additional therapeutic modality.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in mental health services Relevant experience in Primary Care settings treating anxiety and depression-related problems Ability to meet agreed/specified activity and service targets Ability to manage own caseload and time
Desirable
- Worked in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification from High Intensity IAPT Course (Post Graduate Diploma) OR Equivalent: e.g. A recorded/registered doctoral level qualification in clinical or counselling psychology/ a recorded/registered qualification in one of the following - nursing, social work, occupational therapy or a psychological therapy - plus further post graduate diploma qualification in CBT from a recognised or accredited training provider AND significant experience working as a psychological therapy practitioner and demonstrating the competences as required.
Desirable
- Training in an additional therapeutic modality.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in mental health services Relevant experience in Primary Care settings treating anxiety and depression-related problems Ability to meet agreed/specified activity and service targets Ability to manage own caseload and time
Desirable
- Worked in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
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).
