Cognitive Behavioural Therapist

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and committed individual to join a well-established and supportive multi-disciplinary team.

The Lancashire Early Intervention Service (EIS) specialises in working with individuals aged 14 to 65 at risk of, or currently experiencing, first episode psychosis.

The post of CBT Therapist will work as part of the EIS Central Lancashire Team who are currently based at Euxton Lane, Chorley, Lancashire.

The posts is being offered on permanent basis, part time 37.5hrs per week.

**Minimum professional qualifications**: Qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to Post-Graduate Diploma level

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology

OR

Be working towards one of the above

**Salary Scale**: Band 7

Our team provides a range of specialist interventions including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Family Interventions within a hub and spoke model. There are four multi-disciplinary early intervention service teams covering the Lancashire and South Cumbria footprint.

We place a strong emphasis on professional and clinical supervision in order to support and develop individuals as part of our commitment to maintain our focus on delivering the highest quality clinical service.

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.

The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.

For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT.

Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.