Main area: Psychological Professionals Grade 7-8a
Contract: Fixed term - 18 months (Until the end of October 2026)
Hours:
* Part time
* Flexible working
* Compressed hours
26.25 hours per week
Job ref: 376-NLTT-092
Employer: Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Monarch House
Town: Scunthorpe
Salary: £46,148 - £60,504 per annum, pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing date: 31/01/2025 23:59
Interview date: 14/02/2025
Clinical / Counselling / Forensic Psychologist or CBT Therapist 7/8a
Job overview
We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated, compassionate and dedicated Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist or Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist to work as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team offering a range of therapies and approaches to clients with a diverse range of mental health issues. This is a fixed term post until the end of October 2026 and would welcome applications from those wanting to work up to 0.7wte, including part time and flexible hours. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team of supportive, compassionate and value-driven Psychological Professions.
The postholder will work predominantly into the Psychological Therapies pathway and Complex Emotional Needs (CEN) pathway in the Community Mental Health Team, offering specialist psychological assessment and interventions, developing formulations and implementing evidence-based interventions in line with NICE guidance. They will work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the team’s policies and procedures. They will also be committed to the principles of recovery, have effective interpersonal and time management skills, as well as being a responsive and motivated team player.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist or Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with excellent clinical skills and a passion for working with people with a broad range of mental health needs across the lifespan. They will be committed to the principles of recovery, have effective interpersonal and time management skills, as well as being a responsive and motivated team player.
This role could support achieving accreditation in CBT or EMDR.
Working for our organisation
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
Person specification
Qualifications and Experience
* Qualification as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist from a BABCP accredited training course OR Post-graduate training (doctoral level equivalent) in clinical / counselling / forensic psychology (or its equivalent prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS.
* Working as an applied psychologist within the designated service including a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and a range of clinical severity across the full range of care settings.
* Knowledge, training and experience in NICE guidance recommended interventions for treating mental health difficulties.
* Demonstrate further specialist training/experience working as a specialist clinical psychologist within the NHS.
We welcome applications from individuals who may require sponsorship [if eligible] under the skilled worker or health & care visa route. Please note, not all vacancies are eligible for sponsorship.
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.
Please contact Chris over email or telephone if you would like to discuss this role further.
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