Band 6 Trainee Psychological Therapist/Band 7 Psychological Therapist
Band 6 (trainee) or Band 7 (completed training)
Main area: Psychological Services
Grade: Band 6 (trainee) or Band 7 (completed training)
Contract: Band 6 trainee post is fixed term 2 years. Band 7 qualified post is permanent
Hours:
* Full time
* Part time
37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 436-6761122-A
Site: Northcroft Town Erdington, Birmingham
Salary: £37,338 - £52,809 per annum, pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 09/01/2025 23:59
Please note that this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Job overview
Band 6 Trainee Psychological Therapist or Band 7 Psychological Therapist (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
We have an exciting vacancy for a Band 6 Trainee Psychological Therapist or Band 7 Psychological Therapist within our Integrated Community Care and Recovery (ICCR) Services. The post is suitable for an individual already enrolled on a postgraduate diploma CBT for Psychosis and Bipolar training course or those who have completed their qualification in CBT for Psychosis and Bipolar Disorder.
There is a possibility that this post can be structured as a clinical training post for a candidate interested in developing their skills in working with people with a diagnosis of Psychosis and Bipolar Disorder. The appointed candidate would enter into and complete an appropriate training course, and we would support them in doing this. A candidate in training would be appointed at Band 6 until successful completion of their qualification (fixed term contract - 2 years).
We are looking for a suitably experienced and qualified psychological practitioner with an existing core profession (e.g. nursing, social work, occupational therapy). The post-holder will be part of multi-professional teams supporting the Transformation of our Community Services in BSMHFT as part of the NHS Long Term Plan.
There is one full-time post available, based at Northcroft CMHT, Erdington, Birmingham.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and skilled clinician 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 individually and in groups. You should have experience of working with service users with complex mental health and behavioural needs.
Working for our organisation
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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.
Person specification
Training/qualifications
* A specialist post-graduate (or equivalent) qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) i.e. MSc, or Post Graduate Diploma. For trainee post to be enrolled on one of these courses.
* Registered health or social care qualification- RMN, OT, Social Worker etc.
* Additional qualifications in an accredited therapy.
* Accreditation with the BABCP.
* A qualification, or have undertaken a program of formal training in Clinical Supervision (e.g. completion of a specialist Clinical Supervision Module).
Experience
* Relevant post registration experience working in mental health services.
* Skills and experience of working with, assessing, planning, co-ordinating and supporting people with mental health problems in a community setting around a range of emotional/mental health, behavioural/additional health or developmental needs/substance misuse needs.
* Experience of working with people with complex and challenging presentations.
* Skills and knowledge in utilising specific assessments and outcome measures.
Personal
* 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.
* Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of clinical/managerial/academic supervision.
* Personal experience of mental health difficulties (self, family or friends).
Our Trust is committed to treating individuals fairly and ensuring they have the same opportunities to fulfil their potential. We are working hard to ensure our workforce reflects the diversity within Birmingham and Solihull and that our services meet the needs of all diverse service users and carers.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safe recruitment practice, pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. As part of the selection process, you may be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, however all cases of criminal record history are dealt with on a case-by-case basis.
Please note, if applicable for your role you will be required to cover the cost of your DBS certificate. This will be deducted from your salary over 3 months. You will also be required to sign up to the DBS Update Service before commencement with the Trust.
All successful applicants will be required to complete the Trust’s induction programme. The Fundamental (Statutory and Mandatory) training will be in an e-learning format. You will be required to complete training modules online (approx. 9-14 hours depending on post) by the end of your first week with us.
If you are successful at the shortlisting stage of the recruitment process we may contact you via email to advise you of the interview details. Please ensure you access your email account from which you applied regularly once the position has closed.
If applicable to your role, the Trust will require you to sign up for the DBS Update Service. The Trust will reimburse this. You will be contractually obliged to maintain your subscription.
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.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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