Job summary We are seeking a Trainee Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, offering an exciting opportunity to candidates with the right skills and expertise to expand and develop skills and qualifications. The Children and Young Peoples Improving Access to Psychological Therapies Programme (CYP IAPT) is a service transformation programme delivered by Health Education England and partners which aims to improve existing children and young peoples mental health services working in the community. The post available is a training role within The Junctions Children and Young Peoples Improving Access to Psychological Therapies programme (CYP IAPT). The post holder will work under supervision within The Junction, as part of a multi-disciplinary team, to deliver high-quality, brief outcome focused evidence-based interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties. The training and service experience will equip the post holder with the necessary knowledge and capabilities to carry out their duties effectively within a well-respected and value driven organisation. We are looking for an enthusiastic, suitably qualified and experienced person with the ability, commitment and passion to train for a postgraduate qualification whilst supporting young people to rise above lifes challenges. Main duties of the job To work to provide community based and school based one to one and group support for vulnerable and disadvantaged children and young people aged 5-18 and their parents who have emotional well-being difficulties and mental ill health. To work with families involved with social care liaising closely with social workers and other professionals working across children, young people and family services. To provide, under supervision, assessments, including risk assessment, of children and young people presenting with co morbidity of anxiety and mood disorders, self-harm and suicidal ideation, phobias and OCD. Make decisions on the suitability of referrals, with the support of experienced practitioner, and refer unsuitable young people on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary or step up through referral. To select a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions for children, young people and families experiencing mild to moderate or moderate to severe mental health difficulties and delivered in collaboration with the child, young person and family. Educate and involve family members and other in work as necessary. Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to children and young people where appropriate. Keep records of clinical activity, collect routine outcome measures and children, young people and familys evaluations. Contribute to the collation and analysis of this data. About us There are a range of services within The Junction all working towards shared goals and all focused on making a difference to the lives of children, young people and their families, including: Youth Employment Services Young Carers Services Youth Services Children and Young Peoples Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health Services Children and Young Peoples Specialist Transport Services We pride ourselves on being able to provide multiple specialist services under one roof with each service interacting together to provide the best possible seamless service to children and young people. We employ multi-disciplinary teams of professionals with backgrounds in psychology, social work, counselling, youth work and youth unemployment as well as other qualified and experienced practitioners who: Understand the issues facing children and young people Have the skills to effectively support them Can deliver outcome focused interventions We have developed a unique service delivery model to ensure that clients are able to access a service that supports their individual needs. However, the ethos of The Junction ensures our services do not work in silos, although we recognise the need for service identities and separate lines of accountability to stakeholders. Date posted 21 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary Depending on experience Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number B0605-24-0002 Job locations Westfield Farm The Green, Dormanstown Redcar Cleveland TS10 5NA Job description Job responsibilities JOB PURPOSE: To support vulnerable and disadvantaged children and young people, with emotional and mental ill health, to rise above lifes challenges, build resilience, andachieve positive and sustainable outcomes. The Children and Young Peoples Improving Access to Psychological Therapies Programme (CYP IAPT) is a service transformation programme delivered by Health Education England and partners which aims to improve existing children and young peoples mental health services working in the community. The post available is a training role within The Junctions Children and Young Peoples Improving Access to Psychological Therapies programme (CYP IAPT). The post holder will work under supervision within The Junction, as part of a multi-disciplinary team, to deliver high-quality, brief outcome focused evidence-based interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties. The training and service experience will equip the post holder with the necessary, knowledge and capabilities to carry out their duties effectively within a well-respected and value driven organisation. The post holder will attend all university based taught and self-study days required by the education provider and work in service for the remaining days of the week using their newly developed skills. The post holder will be flexible in meeting the needs of the service by carrying out clinical work across the South Tees areas as the service requires. SUPPORT: Support will be provided by the Service Manager or appropriate designated person who will carry out regular clinical and case management supervision. Job description Job responsibilities JOB PURPOSE: To support vulnerable and disadvantaged children and young people, with emotional and mental ill health, to rise above lifes challenges, build resilience, andachieve positive and sustainable outcomes. The Children and Young Peoples Improving Access to Psychological Therapies Programme (CYP IAPT) is a service transformation programme delivered by Health Education England and partners which aims to improve existing children and young peoples mental health services working in the community. The post available is a training role within The Junctions Children and Young Peoples Improving Access to Psychological Therapies programme (CYP IAPT). The post holder will work under supervision within The Junction, as part of a multi-disciplinary team, to deliver high-quality, brief outcome focused evidence-based interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties. The training and service experience will equip the post holder with the necessary, knowledge and capabilities to carry out their duties effectively within a well-respected and value driven organisation. The post holder will attend all university based taught and self-study days required by the education provider and work in service for the remaining days of the week using their newly developed skills. The post holder will be flexible in meeting the needs of the service by carrying out clinical work across the South Tees areas as the service requires. SUPPORT: Support will be provided by the Service Manager or appropriate designated person who will carry out regular clinical and case management supervision. Person Specification Equal Opportunities and Diversity Essential Commitment to pursue Equal Opportunity and Non-Discriminatory practices. Qualifications Essential Holds a recognised qualification in counselling or psychological therapy Holds a Psychology or other health/social care/ youth related undergraduate degree Ability and willingness to undertake further training and development as required within Job Description Demonstrable commitment to personal development Able to attend one day per week course Able to complete academic components of the course Desirable Holds a recognised membership of a relevant professional body (i.e. BACP/BABCP/BAAT/UKCP/BPS) Is accredited with a relevant professional body (i.e. BACP/BABCP/BAAT/UKCP/BPS) Demonstrable experience of appropriate Safeguarding training Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Essential Knowledge of issues and challenges that vulnerable children and young people face Excellent people skills-Ability to engage, build strong relationships with children and young people to build trust, motivate and empower them to meet agreed goals and outcomes Excellent interpersonal and communications skills Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads to meet the needs of children, young people and their families Ability to work with partner organisations from the public, private and voluntary sectors and especially schools. Able to work as part of a team Understanding of the risk involved in working with vulnerable children and young people Understanding and experience of the need to have and work to appropriate professional boundaries Effective communication skills, both verbal and written and ability to understand and respond to requirements of different audiences Excellent case recording, report writing and case presentation skills Excellent IT skills including competency in using Microsoft word and experience in using data base systems to record sessions and notes Personal Qualities Essential Empathy and understanding of the needs of the client group Personal resilience Friendly and welcoming Ability to work in a developing service and embrace change Energy and Commitment Understanding of and Commitment to The Junctions core values Experience Essential Substantial post qualification experience as a practicing counsellor/psychological therapist Good understanding of cognitive behavioural approaches Demonstrates an understanding of CYP IAPT Experience of working with a children and young peoples mental health service Experience of working in community-based settings, particularly schools, colleges and training providers Desirable Experience of working in a service where agreed targets are in place demonstrating outcomes Recent experience of working with a range of agencies to support vulnerable young people Experience of contributing to organisational development Experience of delivering presentations to professionals and young people Work-related Circumstance Essential Willingness to work flexible hours including some evening and weekend activities. Prepared to work in a non-smoking environment Demonstrate an understanding of professional boundaries and appropriate relationships with people and other professionals Vehicle licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes Person Specification Equal Opportunities and Diversity Essential Commitment to pursue Equal Opportunity and Non-Discriminatory practices. Qualifications Essential Holds a recognised qualification in counselling or psychological therapy Holds a Psychology or other health/social care/ youth related undergraduate degree Ability and willingness to undertake further training and development as required within Job Description Demonstrable commitment to personal development Able to attend one day per week course Able to complete academic components of the course Desirable Holds a recognised membership of a relevant professional body (i.e. BACP/BABCP/BAAT/UKCP/BPS) Is accredited with a relevant professional body (i.e. BACP/BABCP/BAAT/UKCP/BPS) Demonstrable experience of appropriate Safeguarding training Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Essential Knowledge of issues and challenges that vulnerable children and young people face Excellent people skills-Ability to engage, build strong relationships with children and young people to build trust, motivate and empower them to meet agreed goals and outcomes Excellent interpersonal and communications skills Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads to meet the needs of children, young people and their families Ability to work with partner organisations from the public, private and voluntary sectors and especially schools. Able to work as part of a team Understanding of the risk involved in working with vulnerable children and young people Understanding and experience of the need to have and work to appropriate professional boundaries Effective communication skills, both verbal and written and ability to understand and respond to requirements of different audiences Excellent case recording, report writing and case presentation skills Excellent IT skills including competency in using Microsoft word and experience in using data base systems to record sessions and notes Personal Qualities Essential Empathy and understanding of the needs of the client group Personal resilience Friendly and welcoming Ability to work in a developing service and embrace change Energy and Commitment Understanding of and Commitment to The Junctions core values Experience Essential Substantial post qualification experience as a practicing counsellor/psychological therapist Good understanding of cognitive behavioural approaches Demonstrates an understanding of CYP IAPT Experience of working with a children and young peoples mental health service Experience of working in community-based settings, particularly schools, colleges and training providers Desirable Experience of working in a service where agreed targets are in place demonstrating outcomes Recent experience of working with a range of agencies to support vulnerable young people Experience of contributing to organisational development Experience of delivering presentations to professionals and young people Work-related Circumstance Essential Willingness to work flexible hours including some evening and weekend activities. Prepared to work in a non-smoking environment Demonstrate an understanding of professional boundaries and appropriate relationships with people and other professionals Vehicle licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes 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. Employer details Employer name The Junction Address Westfield Farm The Green, Dormanstown Redcar Cleveland TS10 5NA Employer's website https://thejunctionfoundation.com/ (Opens in a new tab)