Job summary Due to additional investment in psychological therapies in preparation for the implementation of the Community Mental Health Framework, we have a number of exciting opportunities for Clinical Psychologists/CBT Therapists to work with our Recovery community services as part of the Psychological Therapies Service. We are looking for flexible and enthusiastic therapists committed to working with people with severe and enduring mental health needs. We have 3 posts which are initially available as fixed term positions or secondments for 12 months. The posts would suit either experienced clinical psychologists/ CBT therapists or would be a great development opportunity for Band 7 psychologists with suitable experience. In the latter case additional support and mentoring would be provided. The posts are available as either 0.8 8a (30hrs per week) or full time Band 7 (37.5hrs per week) depending on experience. Main duties of the job You will offer highly specialistpsychological assessments and both long andshort-term interventions as well as providingadvice,consultation and training to other team members. The ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams will be essential to developing your role within this post. You will need to be well organised with the ability to prioritise your work according to clinical need and liaise effectively with team colleagues and professionals in other agencies. North Somerset PTS services work across all community, acute and inpatient services within North Somerset. The service is staffed by a multidisciplinary team comprising of clinical psychologists, arts psychotherapists, CBT therapists and family therapists and work closely with other services. We are a friendly and supportive team, who are highly valued within local services. We also have strong links to local training courses and host a number of trainee therapists. We place a high value on continuing professional development and there will be opportunities within the post for areas of specialist clinical interest. About us We are AWP (Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust) a diverse organisation with over 5,000 dedicated staff providing inpatient and community-based mental health care. We provide services from a range of locations to approximately 1.8 million people living in Bath and North East Somerset (B&NES), Bristol, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire, Swindon, across the county of Wiltshire and in parts of Dorset. Our outstanding people promote mental health and wellbeing. The expertise and resources within AWP are dedicated to a person-centred approach for those who use our services and for all employees. We recognise that happy and fulfilled employees give better care. At AWP we actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds; we are particularly keen to encourage applications from people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and from the LGBTQ community. We want people to bring their unique blend of experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and knowledge to AWP, as diversity makes us stronger. Date posted 29 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 342-NS093-1024 Job locations Coast Resource Centre Diamond Batch, Locking Castle Weston super Mare BS24 7FY Job description Job responsibilities To provide highly specialist psychological assessment and therapy to patients and carers as appropriate to the service. To provide highly specialist advice and consultation on clients formulation and psychological management to other non-psychologist colleagues. To use highly specialist psychological knowledge and skills to contribute to the more effective management of patients by the various teams in the area and where appropriate outside of the area. To clinically supervise/line manage trainee clinical psychologists, assistant psychologists, CAPs and less experienced psychology staff, and other professionals. To contribute to audit, research, policy and service development within the areas served by the Psychological Therapies Service. To develop and deliver training in psychological therapies for multidisciplinary staff. Please see attached job description. Job description Job responsibilities To provide highly specialist psychological assessment and therapy to patients and carers as appropriate to the service. To provide highly specialist advice and consultation on clients formulation and psychological management to other non-psychologist colleagues. To use highly specialist psychological knowledge and skills to contribute to the more effective management of patients by the various teams in the area and where appropriate outside of the area. To clinically supervise/line manage trainee clinical psychologists, assistant psychologists, CAPs and less experienced psychology staff, and other professionals. To contribute to audit, research, policy and service development within the areas served by the Psychological Therapies Service. To develop and deliver training in psychological therapies for multidisciplinary staff. Please see attached job description. Person Specification Qualifications/ Skills Essential Doctoral Clinical Psychology qualification or equivalent & HCPC Registration Highly developed assessment & Intervention skills Post qualification CPD Desirable Further Specialist Therapy Qualification Experience Essential Experience in Recovery settings Experience of MDT team working Clinical supervision/ Consultation with trainees/ other professionals Desirable Experience of working with complexity and risk Ability to use knowledge to think systemically/ organisationally Person Specification Qualifications/ Skills Essential Doctoral Clinical Psychology qualification or equivalent & HCPC Registration Highly developed assessment & Intervention skills Post qualification CPD Desirable Further Specialist Therapy Qualification Experience Essential Experience in Recovery settings Experience of MDT team working Clinical supervision/ Consultation with trainees/ other professionals Desirable Experience of working with complexity and risk Ability to use knowledge to think systemically/ organisationally 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust Address Coast Resource Centre Diamond Batch, Locking Castle Weston super Mare BS24 7FY Employer's website http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)