Job summary
We are looking to recruit an experienced CBT Therapist in the Persistent Physical Symptoms Service who provide assessment and treatment for working age adults who are experiencing symptoms of Functional Neurological Disorders. This is an exciting time to join and be part of the transformation journey that the Community Mental Health Framework (CMHF) brings for increasing access to evidence based psychological therapies, within a highly specialist and individual service.
The recently expanded multi-disciplinary team works with patients who experience persistent medically unexplained symptoms including functional neurological disorders, predominantly in community settings to deliver care and treatment to enable individuals to reach their recovery goals.
Applicants must be BABCP accredited CBT therapists, and although further training in competences for severe mental health problems would be desirable but further training would be available for successful candidates.
It is now no longer a requirement for CBT therapists in Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust to have a core profession in addition to accreditation, we now welcome applications from CBT therapists with a Knowledge Skills Attitude (KSA) equivalence portfolio.
Due to the speciality of the service, it is advised you will contact the team to discuss the specifics of the role before application.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a CBT therapist who will be able to demonstrate a highly developed knowledge and understanding of, and experience working with a wide range of mental health conditions including those with sensory needs and can work flexibly to meet service need.
The successful candidate will provide high quality evidence-based therapy to working age adults experiencing functional neurological disorders and severe mental health problems. You will work in collaboration with a wider multi-disciplinary team including other Psychological Professions, nurse specialists, physiotherapists and occupational therapists. You will receive high quality supervision and CPD opportunities to enable you to achieve or maintain your accreditation.
You will be part of the clinical leadership team within the service, leading on the continued development and evaluation of the CBT therapist role. There is an expectation of ability to utilise skills including supervision of staff, development and delivery of training and service evaluation and development both within the team and wider within the trust and local statutory sectors and third sector organisations.
Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust has an expanding CBT workforce with opportunities for development and progression. There is also an active and evolving Higher Education teaching and research network.
About us
We are the Mental Health and Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York & Selby.
We are committed to co-creating safe and personalised care that improves the lives of people by involving them as equal partners. The most important way we will get there is by living our values, all of the time.
Psychological Professions staff will be expected to display the Trust values at all times, working as part of the collective team with shared accountability and responsibility for ensuring the safety and effectiveness of patient care is delivered in a patient centred manner. They will also contribute to ensuring the culture of our services is built upon the Trust Values and the trust's strategy - Our Journey To change (OJTC).
We're also committed to co-creating a great experience for our colleagues- find out more about why you should come and work for us hereWhy choose TEWV? - Tees Esk and Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust
Date posted
12 September 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£46,148 to £52,809 a year pro rata, per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
346-NYA-170-24
Job locations
Lanchester Road Hospital, Bowes Lyon Unit, Picktree Ward
Durham
DH1 5RD
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will carry their own caseload providing CBT for a range of severe mental health presentations.
They will undertake specialist CBT assessment, formulation and intervention, collaborating with clients and multi-disciplinary colleagues.
The role involves undertaking risk assessment and management.
The consideration of culture, power and privilege within a patient care making adaptations to treatment as appropriate
They will provide advice, guidance and consultation on Cognitive Behaviourally informed approaches to other staff.
Person Specification:
Specialist CBT Therapist
Practitioner or First Accreditation as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with BABCP
AND
A qualification that leads to registration with a professional regulatory body and current registration
OR
a Knowledge Skills Attitude (KSA) equivalence portfolio approved as part of BABCP accreditation.
Trainee CBT Therapist
A core profession recognised by BABCP.
AND
Registered with a professional regulatory body.
AND
Substantial experience demonstrating a breadth of experience in two or more mental health settings to meet KSA requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. Practitioner or First Accreditation as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) BABCP Registration Number
2. And - A qualification that leads to registration with a professional regulatory body (HCPC, GMC, NMC or Social Work England) AND current registration with this professional regulatory body. (If a different regulatory body please seek advice from Chief Psychological Professions Officer)
3. OR - A Knowledge Skills Attitude (KSA) equivalence portfolio approved by BABCP as part of your Accreditation as Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) Be able to provide evidence of KSA Approval from HEI or BABCP
4. And - Experience Delivering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
5. Experience in discussing and responding to issues related to cultural diversity, intersectionality and inclusivity, including working with vulnerable groups (. those for whom English is not their first language).
6. Experience of Working with multi-disciplinary teams
7. Assessing and managing risk of self harm/ suicide
Knowledge
Essential
8. Evidence- based practice relevant to the role
9. Risk assessment and risk management
10. Awareness of systemic barriers to accessing psychological services/healthcare for minoritized communities
11. Clinical governance
12. Legislation in relation to the client group and mental health.
13. Working with people relevant to the area in which you are applying for the post
14. Working in multi-disciplinary team settings
15. Demonstrates high standards in written communication
16. Able to write clear reports and letters to referrers
17. Able to effectively use IT packages to support training
18. To work and learn independently in order to fulfil requirement of post graduate training.
19. Communicate complex and highly sensitive information effectively, to a wide range of people
20. Demonstrate good risk assessment skills
21. Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
22. Utilise objective measures competently
23. Utilise appropriate clinical governance mechanisms within own work.
24. Use approved breakaway techniques Demonstrate effective keyboard skills
25. A clear and firm understanding of functional neurological symptoms and their impact on the individual
26. An awareness and understanding of the primary aim of an FND service and some awareness of its operational policy and application within the clinical setting
Experience
Essential
27. Experience delivering CBT
28. Experience of Working with multi-disciplinary teams
29. Assessing and managing risk of self harm/ suicide
30. Experience in discussing and responding to issues related to cultural diversity, intersectionality and inclusivity, including working with vulnerable groups (. those for whom English is not their first language).