Trainee High Intensity Cbt Therapist

We are looking to recruit Trainee Cognitive Behavioural Therapists (High Intensity CBT Therapists) across Dorset within our Steps 2 Wellbeing service.

The course is due to start on 8thJanuary. There are 2 university induction days taking place on 4thand 5thDecember which you will be required to attend in your own time prior to the job starting.

About Dorset Healthcare and Steps 2 Wellbeing

The areas of Dorset in which these posts are likely to be based are;
- North Dorset
- Dorchester and Bridport
- Weymouth and Portland
- East Bournemouth
- West Bournemouth

Are you eligible to apply?

There are two routes to eligibility.

Please note that Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners cannot be recruited to HI training posts until they have at least two years of post-qualification experience.

Please also be aware that if you have recently completed an NHS funded psychological professions course, you will not be eligible to access this training until 2 years post qualification.

We do things differently here - it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

If you would like to find out more about the position, please see below for contacts who will be able to answer your questions:
Step to Wellbeing - Louise Walker-Weston and Sabina Baig