Job summary Principal Clinical/Counselling Psychologist/Psychological Therapist 37.5 hours (part time hours can also be considered). Come and join us at Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust for a new opportunity working in collaboration with CWPT colleagues and our community sector provider of substance misuse services, Change Grow Live (CGL). We are looking for an experienced psychologist/psychological therapist to support the development of this new service innovation, to enhance the provision of psychosocial interventions within the community, for individuals with difficulties associated with substance misuse. Main duties of the job You will scope and develop psychological one to one and group work interventions for individuals accessing CGL services. You will also be involved in the ongoing scoping and development of supervision processes to support drug and alcohol key workers in the delivery of psychosocial approaches. You will support staff and promote psychological thinking via multidisciplinary meetings, case formulations and work with CGL managers to identify training needs. As this is a new service, there will be audit and evaluation process that you will have a significant role in delivering, working alongside service leaders and commissioners. In addition to the direct work with CGL, you will also supervise two psychological therapists, who will also support CGL with development of their intervention offer, supervision, promotion of psychological thinking within MDT's and with case formulations. About us At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond. We put 'people at our heart'; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities. These include: generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with us excellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much more salary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and more discounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemes wellbeing support, including an in-house counselling service, external helpline and more staff networks and support groups We're always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect. Date posted 11 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8b Salary £58,972 to £68,525 a year pro rota Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 444-7047231-CG Job locations Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust Coventry / Warwickshire CV6 6NY Job description Job responsibilities We are looking for someone with great communication skills, who is a real team player, able to support and develop multi professional colleagues. Expertise in evidence based therapeutic psychological approaches and understanding of neuropsychological aspects of formulation for people with substance misuse is important in this role. You will have a passion for the client group, ensuring that people with co-occurring needs can access both substance misuse and mental health services. To this end you will have a role in influencing the way in which the dual diagnosis policy is implemented across services so that smooth pathways and transitions are developed for our community. Job description Job responsibilities We are looking for someone with great communication skills, who is a real team player, able to support and develop multi professional colleagues. Expertise in evidence based therapeutic psychological approaches and understanding of neuropsychological aspects of formulation for people with substance misuse is important in this role. You will have a passion for the client group, ensuring that people with co-occurring needs can access both substance misuse and mental health services. To this end you will have a role in influencing the way in which the dual diagnosis policy is implemented across services so that smooth pathways and transitions are developed for our community. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registration with the HCPC in Clinical or Counselling Psychology or if psychological therapist registered with equivalent governing professional organisation Experience Essential Substantial experience of working with people with complex mental health needs including substance misuse Experience of working with a range of clients, presenting a range of clinical severity and maintenance of professionalism in challenging circumstances. Experience of tailoring psychological assessment and intervention to individual needs eg age, culture, setting Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for work. Knowledge and Skills Essential Post-doctoral training relevant to the post Knowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialist assessment methods and therapeutic approaches in relation to the client group. Skills in applying this knowledge. Well developed communication skills, suitable to the specialty. Experience in providing consultancy to colleagues. Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group. Evidence of continuing professional development. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registration with the HCPC in Clinical or Counselling Psychology or if psychological therapist registered with equivalent governing professional organisation Experience Essential Substantial experience of working with people with complex mental health needs including substance misuse Experience of working with a range of clients, presenting a range of clinical severity and maintenance of professionalism in challenging circumstances. Experience of tailoring psychological assessment and intervention to individual needs eg age, culture, setting Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for work. Knowledge and Skills Essential Post-doctoral training relevant to the post Knowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialist assessment methods and therapeutic approaches in relation to the client group. Skills in applying this knowledge. Well developed communication skills, suitable to the specialty. Experience in providing consultancy to colleagues. Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group. Evidence of continuing professional development. 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. 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. 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 Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust Address Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust Coventry / Warwickshire CV6 6NY Employer's website https://www.covwarkpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)