Trainee Psychological Therapist in Cbt for Psychosis

5 months ago


Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Full time

CAMEO is an award-winning CPFT Early Intervention in psychosis service offering an age inclusive service (14-65 years) across a three-year pathway with an integrated At risk mental state (ARMS) service. We have an exciting opportunity to offer 1 recruit to train post for a CBTp therapist in our dynamic early intervention service based in Peterborough (CAMEO North).

This role is a 2-year fixed term appointment leading to a permanent CBTp practitioner post (Band 7) at the end of this period if the postgraduate diploma programme is completed successfully.

The post holder will attend this training once a week and spend the other four days working within the service. To pass the course the post holder will need to complete written assignments and take some recordings of their therapy cases to discuss in clinical supervision and with course tutors. The post
- holder will work in the service for -4 days of the week using the newly developed skills whilst attending the training programme for the other day.

This role will include psychological assessment and individualised, formulation-driven interventions within a CBT framework as part service user’s overall multi-disciplinary team care plan.

Therapeutic interventions will be delivered in line with the National Institute of Clinical Excellence Quality Standards for Early Intervention in Psychosis Services and across the whole caseload which will include individuals with At Risk Mental States and those experiencing their First Episode of Psychosis.

CAMEO recognises the aim of individualised therapy / group work as to promote self-awareness, independence, confidence, and hope within the service users own unique recovery journey.

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health and social care organisation dedicated to providing high-quality care with compassion to improve the health and wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting and empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.

Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services, not only via inpatient and primary care settings, but also within the community. These services include children's, adult and older people's mental health, forensic and specialist mental health, learning disabilities, primary care and liaison psychiatry, substance misuse, social care, research and development.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities.

To work within an appropriate mental health setting(s) alongside other professions and agencies including within multi-disciplinary teams and specialised clinical settings.

To carry out complex psychological assessments sensitively and independently with a broad range of client groups.

To accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service.

To assess clients for suitability for CBT. Where the problems appear to be too complex or severe to be appropriate for a trainee therapist, to refer to
manager/supervisor for advice on how to manage the case.

To make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the department’s referral protocols, and refer unsuitable clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary.

To formulate, implement and evaluate therapy programmes for clients.

To educate and involve family members and others in treatment as necessary, conveying CBT formulations with sensitivity in easily understood language.

Adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the number of client contacts offered, and clinical sessions carried out per week in order to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient.

Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate.



  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Full time

    About the RoleThe post is based in the CAMEO Early Intervention in Psychosis Service in Peterborough, a multi-award-winning community mental health service for people aged who are experiencing a first-episode psychosis.CAMEO is a whole-service approach that provides a range of needs, including educational and vocational plans, housing, finances, and leisure...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Psychologist/CBT Therapist to join our team at Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust. As a specialist in child and adolescent mental health, you will provide high-quality assessments, interventions, and treatments to children and adolescents with complex mental health needs.Key...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Full time

    Job OverviewThe CAMEO Early Intervention in Psychosis Service in Peterborough is seeking a highly skilled psychiatrist to join their team.CAMEO is a multi-award-winning community mental health service that provides early intervention and treatment for people experiencing their first episode of psychosis.The successful candidate will work alongside a...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Full time

    Job OverviewThe CAMEO Early Intervention in Psychosis Service in Peterborough is seeking a highly skilled Consultant Psychiatrist to join its team.CAMEO is a multi-award-winning community mental health service for people experiencing a first-episode psychosis.The post holder will work alongside a passionate and highly committed multidisciplinary team,...


  • Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    I'm Melanie, I am the Consultant Clinical Psychologist for the Psychological Skills service (PSS). I helped to set up the service 3 years ago, I feel very passionate about the service and how it promotes a trauma informed approach to thinking about service user's therapy. We have a range of psychological professionals including counselling psychologists, CBT...


  • Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Full time

    Job overview The post is based in the CAMEO Early Intervention in Psychosis Service in Peterborough. CAMEO is a multi-award-winning community mental health service for people aged who are experiencing a first-episode psychosis. The focus is on recognising and treating psychotic experiences early to provide better outcomes and an improved chance of...


  • Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Full time

    Job overview We are looking for a dynamic applicant for this trail blazing post, an enthusiastic and experienced Occupational Therapist who can inspire and develop the role within Older peoples Community mental health services. There is a specific focus on the rehabilitation of people with psychosis, enabling patients to optimise their engagement in...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Consultant Psychiatrist to join our CAMEO Early Intervention in Psychosis Service in Peterborough.CAMEO is a multi-award-winning community mental health service for individuals experiencing a first-episode psychosis, aiming to provide better outcomes and improved recovery chances.The successful candidate will...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust Full time

    About the RoleCambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust is a leading-edge specialist community provider, and we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced mental health professional to join our team as a Senior Clinician.Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Senior Clinician, you will work closely with the MHST Clinical and Team Lead and Senior Wellbeing Practitioner...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Psychological Care Assistant to join our team at Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust. As a Psychological Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to adults with mental health difficulties.Key ResponsibilitiesDelivering different forms of...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Clinical Lead to join our team at Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust.About UsRated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we provide high-quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.Our staff are the...


  • Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We would consider BACP/ NCS or UKCP accredited counsellors who may need additional training in these IAPT modalities. Alternatively, the post holder may be a ‘practitioner psychologist’ with a protected title of clinical or counselling psychologist and registered with the HCPC. The post holder will support the service to ensure that national guidelines...


  • Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary The post is based in the CAMEO Early Intervention in Psychosis Service in Peterborough. CAMEO is a multi-award-winning community mental health service for people aged who are experiencing a first-episode psychosis. The focus is on recognising and treating psychotic experiences early to provide better outcomes and an improved chance of...

  • Senior Clinician

    4 weeks ago


    Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced mental health professional to join our team as a Senior Clinician in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services. The successful candidate will work closely with the Clinical Lead and other team members to provide high-quality services to students experiencing mild to moderate mental health...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled Occupational Therapist to join our Stepped Care Therapy team, which focuses on the rehabilitation of individuals with psychosis, enabling them to engage in their communities and fulfill their occupational aspirations and abilities.Main DutiesThe post holder will work closely with other members of the...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Applied Psychologist or Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist to join our Core CAMHS Team.The ideal candidate will possess a strong team and work ethic, a sense of accountability, and an interest in research and service development.This part-time, fixed-term position offers the opportunity to...

  • Senior Clinician

    4 weeks ago


    Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced mental health professional to join our team as a Senior Clinician in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services.The successful candidate will work closely with the MHST Clinical and Team Lead and Senior Wellbeing Practitioner to ensure the success of the MHST, supporting and providing a high-quality...

  • Assistant Psychologist

    6 months ago


    Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    CAMEO is an award-winning CPFT Early Intervention in psychosis service expanding to offer an age inclusive service (14-65 years) across a three-year pathway. We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated, compassionate, and conscientious assistant psychologist to join our friendly, dynamic and busy early intervention service based in the...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our Stepped Care Therapy team in Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust.The successful candidate will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide rehabilitation services to individuals with psychosis, enabling them to optimise their engagement in their communities...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom TLA Group Full time

    Job Title: Locum Clinical TherapistCompany OverviewThe TLA Group is committed to providing high-quality mental health services, and we are seeking a skilled Locum Clinical Therapist to join our team.Salary£55,000 - £75,000 per annum, depending on experienceJob DescriptionAs a Locum Clinical Therapist, you will be responsible for delivering evidence-based...