Band 7 CBT Therapist for Psychosis – Early Intervention

NHS; Workington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional mental health service in England seeks a Psychological Therapist to provide high-quality, evidence-based therapy for clients experiencing psychosis. The role includes clinical supervision, collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team, and patient-centered care. Required qualifications include an Honours degree in Psychology and accredited post-graduate therapy training. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on making positive changes in patients' lives.

Benefits

Dynamic working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Accredited post-graduate qualifications in a minimum of one psychological therapy modality.
• Experience of working with clients with severe mental health problems.
• Ability to handle complex emotional and distressing situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide model-specific psychological assessment and therapy to clients.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Provide clinical supervision to less experienced staff.

Skills

Skills in model-specific psychological assessment and therapy

Effective communication skills

Experience in evidence-based psychological interventions

Ability to provide clinical supervision

Education

Honours Degree in Psychology or equivalent

Accredited post-graduate qualifications in psychological therapy

Training in clinical supervision

Job description

A regional mental health service in England seeks a Psychological Therapist to provide high-quality, evidence-based therapy for clients experiencing psychosis. The role includes clinical supervision, collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team, and patient-centered care. Required qualifications include an Honours degree in Psychology and accredited post-graduate therapy training. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on making positive changes in patients' lives.