Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist
Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustWant to make a real difference and have a truly rewarding career? Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.
We’ve been rated ‘good’ overall by the CQC, with some outstanding services. The CQC commented at our most recent inspection on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.
We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We take pride in our “People First Culture” which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues that are fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences.
Job overview
We are seeking to recruit a CBT Psychotherapist to join the East Midlands NHS Gambling Service. You will be responsible for providing cognitive behavioural therapy to individuals who are experience gambling harms.
The East Midlands NHS Gambling Harms Service provides care and treatment interventions to individuals experiencing gambling harm throughout the East Midlands. A high proportion of the interventions will be through video consultation, however, face to face work will also be a treatment option and you will be required to meet the travel demands of the post throughout the East Midlands where required.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to be able to work with teams as well as on your own initiative are essential.
Statutory regulated Core professional (OT / Psychologist /Social Worker / Mental Health Nurse) plus full accreditation in CBT Psychotherapy is required.
You will also be part of a supportive leadership team in the Addictions Directorate at Derbyshire Healthcare Foundation Trust.
Applicants should have personal values and behaviours that align with those outlined by Derbyshire Healthcare and NHS values.
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The post holder will be responsible for ensuring the provision of high-quality CBT interventions that are evidence based and meet the Trusts’ Standards.
The post will involve working closely in collaboration with our Psychological Therapies department at Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Trust.
For more information on the post please contact Paul Sanger on [email protected] or phone 07557486926
Working for our organisation
Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.
CQC rated us as 'GOOD’ overall, commenting on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.”
Benefits include:
- Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
- 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years’ service
- Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
- Health service discounts and online benefits
- Incremental pay progression
- Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
- Access to our LGBTI+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
- Health and wellbeing opportunities
- Structured learning and development opportunities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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The post holder will provide strong clinical leadership, ensuring evidence-based practice is delivered to shape and improve the quality of services.
The post holder will present a professional image to promote a positive image for the trust to service users, carers and the community as a whole.
The post holder will document and record keep in line with DHcFT record keeping standards.
As a registered practitioner, you are personally accountable for your professional practice and have a legal/professional responsibility to service users, colleagues, employers and self.
Additional Information
Flexible Working
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.
Disability Confident Employer
The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in the recruitment process please let us know.
If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or email [email protected] and we will be happy to provide assistance.
DBS Checks
The cost of undertaking a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) disclosure will be met by the individual. The Trust will meet the initial costs of the disclosure which will be deducted from your first month’s salary.
This job may close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.