Job summary Clinical Psychologist specialising in CBT? Kick start your career in NHS Talking Therapies NHS West Sussex Talking Therapies are recruiting clinical psychologists with BABCP Accreditation who are newly / recently qualified, or entering/returning to NHS practice.It is an exciting time to join the service, which has received new government investment to expand the workforce and enhance patient outcomes through innovation.What we will offer you:-The chance to make a difference to many peoples' lives, through evidence-based practice;- The opportunity to hone your CBT competences with excellent supervision and CPD, in world leading psychological therapy services;-A structured work environment with clear role definition;- Opportunities to undertake service improvement, small scale research, or community outreach to help drive up recovery rates, in line with the needs of the service.- Band 7 salary (or equivalent);- Potential to apply for future senior clinical roles in the serviceFull time and part-time positions may be available. We currently have a vacancy for a Clinical Psychologist specialising in CBT to join our team in North West Sussex tohelp us continue to build on our success. The successful candidate will work with a range of adults with anxiety, depression and trauma-related problems in a primary care setting. You will be supported by your management team and clinical leads and work with a friendly, highly competent workforce. Main duties of the job Provide Step 3 CBT interventions face to face, digitally and in group settings to patients experiencing moderate to severe mental illness. To accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service. To assess clients for suitability for treatment within West Sussex Talking Therapies and specifically for Step 3 Psychological Therapy. To make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the service referral protocols, and if required, refer clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary with due regard for assessment and management of risk. To undertake risk assessment and take the appropriate action. (This includes possibly breaching patient confidentiality in the interests of the patient or as dictated by legislation). To formulate, implement and evaluate therapy programmes for clients. About us We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex. Our 6,000 staff serve a population of 1.3 million providing essential medical, nursing, and therapeutic care to adults and children. Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community, helping people plan, manage, adapt to changes in their health, supporting avoidable hospital admissions and reducing hospital stay times. We have opportunities for everyone across our wide variety of services including medical, clinical, support and corporate services. Why work for us? Positive 2023 NHS Staff Survey results, scoring highly in compassionate culture & leadership, and staff wellbeing support Variety of working environments across the community, in patients' homes, within our community hospitals and bases across the county Supportive flexible working patterns such as: part time, flexi time, annualised hours, and flexi retirement options Excellent training and development opportunities Research opportunities Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove and Brighton Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT and Religion and Belief staff networks Level 3 accredited Disability Confident Leader, committed to creating inclusive workplaces Veteran Aware Trust, achieving accreditation from Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance (VCHA) Located in stunning Sussex, with easy access to the South Downs and the coast Access to a wide range of benefits and discounts for NHS staff Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year £46,148 - £52,809 per annum/pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 150-MM1452-PC Job locations Opportunity in our Horsham team Horsham RH12 2DR Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be a Clinician providing Step 3, individual and group CBT interventions, within NHS West Sussex Talking Therapies. There will be responsibility for ensuring that the service ethos of placing patients at the centre of service delivery, and promoting mental wellbeing and emotional resilience is central to the teams activity. West Sussex Talking Therapies (formally Time to Talk) provides NICE compliant psychological therapies within primary care and community settings to patients with mild, moderate and severe depression, anxiety and psychological illnesses. Talking therapy interventions include psycho-educational courses, guided self-help, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Counselling, group CBT (Mood Management course) and Mindfulness Courses. All staff within NHS West Sussex Talking Therapies are required to use the IAPTus data collection and clinical record management system. We are commissioned to provide accessible services and applicants must be able to work between 8am and 8pm, with one late clinic to be offered per week. Please see the attached job description and person specification for further details. If youd like to discuss flexible working opportunities, or chat about what West Sussex Talking Therapies can offer you, get in touch via email to julie.middlehurst2nhs.net Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be a Clinician providing Step 3, individual and group CBT interventions, within NHS West Sussex Talking Therapies. There will be responsibility for ensuring that the service ethos of placing patients at the centre of service delivery, and promoting mental wellbeing and emotional resilience is central to the teams activity. West Sussex Talking Therapies (formally Time to Talk) provides NICE compliant psychological therapies within primary care and community settings to patients with mild, moderate and severe depression, anxiety and psychological illnesses. Talking therapy interventions include psycho-educational courses, guided self-help, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Counselling, group CBT (Mood Management course) and Mindfulness Courses. All staff within NHS West Sussex Talking Therapies are required to use the IAPTus data collection and clinical record management system. We are commissioned to provide accessible services and applicants must be able to work between 8am and 8pm, with one late clinic to be offered per week. Please see the attached job description and person specification for further details. If youd like to discuss flexible working opportunities, or chat about what West Sussex Talking Therapies can offer you, get in touch via email to julie.middlehurst2nhs.net Person Specification Qualifications and/or Professional Registration Essential Membership of a relevant professional body Relevant professional accreditation ,HCPC for Psychologists and BABCP for CBT Therapists. Note for Psychologists: In addition to HCPC registration, It is expected that you would need to be BABCP accredited as a CBT Therapist. Desirable Additional qualification in another relevant therapy modality (e.g. Mindfulness, ACT, behavioural couples' therapy, systemic therapy, IPT). Experience Essential Experience of using CBT to treat the full range of common mental health problems as well as OCD, phobias and trauma. Experience and ability to manage own caseload and time. Desirable Experience of working within NHS psychological therapy services. Experience of providing clinical supervision. Skills and Knowledge Essential Ability to demonstrate use of robust risk as-sessment and risk management skills using service protocols and guidance. Demonstrates high standard of record keeping, with due regard for NHS Confidentiality, Data Protection and Information governance, abiding by codes of ethics and guidance for good practice of professional body. Has used IAPTus or equivalent computerised health record system for record-keeping. Other requirements Essential Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively. Ability to work under pressure Person Specification Qualifications and/or Professional Registration Essential Membership of a relevant professional body Relevant professional accreditation ,HCPC for Psychologists and BABCP for CBT Therapists. Note for Psychologists: In addition to HCPC registration, It is expected that you would need to be BABCP accredited as a CBT Therapist. Desirable Additional qualification in another relevant therapy modality (e.g. Mindfulness, ACT, behavioural couples' therapy, systemic therapy, IPT). Experience Essential Experience of using CBT to treat the full range of common mental health problems as well as OCD, phobias and trauma. Experience and ability to manage own caseload and time. Desirable Experience of working within NHS psychological therapy services. Experience of providing clinical supervision. Skills and Knowledge Essential Ability to demonstrate use of robust risk as-sessment and risk management skills using service protocols and guidance. Demonstrates high standard of record keeping, with due regard for NHS Confidentiality, Data Protection and Information governance, abiding by codes of ethics and guidance for good practice of professional body. Has used IAPTus or equivalent computerised health record system for record-keeping. Other requirements Essential Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively. Ability to work under pressure 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 Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust Address Opportunity in our Horsham team Horsham RH12 2DR Employer's website https://www.sussexcommunity.nhs.uk/work-with-us/ (Opens in a new tab)