Job summary
We have exciting opportunities for 5
High Intensity CBT Trainees.
Are you a registered core professional or
able to evidence that you can meet the Knowledge, Skills and Attitude (KSA)
requirements of BABCP and are looking for a career change, or to enhance your
skills is psychological therapies?
The training will be undertaken at Coventry
University starting 20 Jan 2025. It will consist of 2 days a week at University
and three days supervised practice over a 12 month period. This will lead to a post graduate diploma and
the opportunity to become accredited with the British Association of Cognitive
and Behavioural Therapists. Clinical
practice will take place within the Talking Therapies Service.
If
shortlisted you will need to apply for the course via Coventry University and
an on-line academic screening will be on 16 Oct 2024. Those successful in this screening will then
be invited to a joint interview with the University and Talking Therapies on 30
Oct 2024.
Redditch
is a relatively new Town, near Birmingham and has good links to M42, M5 and a
train station within walking distance to the office. We have also moved to a
newly refurbished office within the town centre, offering plenty of space and
comfort for therapists and patients.
Upon
successful completion of the course, you will be offered a permanent Band 7
High Intensity CBT Therapist post.
Main duties of the job
A typical week will involve working autonomously and as part of a team. Working within a hybrid model you will take a
blended approach to home, office-based working and attendance at University. Under supervision you will collaboratively
with patients in your care to assess and provide psychological interventions
and support individuals to work towards recovery. You will maintain clear and accurate clinical
records and will be supported to embed learning and reflect in and on practice
via regular supervision. You will be
recording clinical sessions for academic purposes. You will be offered regular opportunity for
peer support. You will share an
effective interface both with your team and with relevant allied agencies
within the care pathway. Alongside
managing a small caseload, you will also be undertaking academic
assignments. Preparation and
organisation will form a key part of your weekly structure.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer
27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
Flexible and agile working opportunities
Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
Wide range of staff networks such as LGBT+ and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage)
Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemes
Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our careers website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Behave consistently with and promote the values and beliefs of the
organisation.
Act
as a role model to colleagues, seeking to maintain the highest standards of
professionalism.
Use
initiative and take responsibility for the quality of their work and the
service provided to patients.
Be
accountable for own professional actions and matters of clinical judgement.
Will
provide High Intensity interventions and assessments whilst undertaking a
programme of training for this role.
Work
within the service using newly developed clinical skills whilst attending the
training programme ensuring that you meet the required clinical and educational
components of the course.
Attend
regular clinical supervision and line management as required by the service.
Work
with patients from diverse populations and make reasonable adjustments to
enable equal opportunities for all.
For full details of
the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and
person specification attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Behave consistently with and promote the values and beliefs of the
organisation.
Act
as a role model to colleagues, seeking to maintain the highest standards of
professionalism.
Use
initiative and take responsibility for the quality of their work and the
service provided to patients.
Be
accountable for own professional actions and matters of clinical judgement.
Will
provide High Intensity interventions and assessments whilst undertaking a
programme of training for this role.
Work
within the service using newly developed clinical skills whilst attending the
training programme ensuring that you meet the required clinical and educational
components of the course.
Attend
regular clinical supervision and line management as required by the service.
Work
with patients from diverse populations and make reasonable adjustments to
enable equal opportunities for all.
For full details of
the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and
person specification attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must be qualified and registered in the appropriate core profession as determined by the training body Nursing (RMN or Learning Disability), Social work, Occupational Therapy, Arts Therapy, Teacher of Special Education/Needs with additional counselling/ psychotherapy training, Psychotherapy/ Psychotherapeutic Counselling with UKCP Registration, Counselling with BACP Accreditation, Probation Services (DipPS) Psychiatrist or General Practitioner Or (for CBT trainees only) Evidence of meeting knowledge, skills and attitude (KSA) requirements of BABCP
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working within mental health services
- Experience of conducting accurate and detailed clinical assessments and management of risk
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of working in a service with patients who have mild/moderate mental health problems.
- Worked within a service whereby agreed targets are in place demonstrating clinical outcomes.
- Experience of working within a stepped care service for anxiety and depression.
- Experience of working with diverse communities within a multi-cultural setting.
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in primary care.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the issues surrounding work/family and other external factors and the impact it can have on mental health.
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post .
Desirable
- Knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Able to commit to 100% attendance of appropriate training course.
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Able to meet the travel requirements of the role.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Computer literate and able to articulate clear and concise clinical notes
- Ability to construct clear reports and letters to referrers.
- Ability to meet agreed/ specified service targets.
- Ability to convert theory to practice.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must be qualified and registered in the appropriate core profession as determined by the training body Nursing (RMN or Learning Disability), Social work, Occupational Therapy, Arts Therapy, Teacher of Special Education/Needs with additional counselling/ psychotherapy training, Psychotherapy/ Psychotherapeutic Counselling with UKCP Registration, Counselling with BACP Accreditation, Probation Services (DipPS) Psychiatrist or General Practitioner Or (for CBT trainees only) Evidence of meeting knowledge, skills and attitude (KSA) requirements of BABCP
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working within mental health services
- Experience of conducting accurate and detailed clinical assessments and management of risk
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of working in a service with patients who have mild/moderate mental health problems.
- Worked within a service whereby agreed targets are in place demonstrating clinical outcomes.
- Experience of working within a stepped care service for anxiety and depression.
- Experience of working with diverse communities within a multi-cultural setting.
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in primary care.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the issues surrounding work/family and other external factors and the impact it can have on mental health.
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post .
Desirable
- Knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Able to commit to 100% attendance of appropriate training course.
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Able to meet the travel requirements of the role.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Computer literate and able to articulate clear and concise clinical notes
- Ability to construct clear reports and letters to referrers.
- Ability to meet agreed/ specified service targets.
- Ability to convert theory to practice.
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).
