Cognitive Behavioral Therapist

Position Overview

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We are thrilled to announce an opportunity for a Band 7, BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioral Therapist to join our Mental Health Support Team, focusing on Children and Young People's Mental Health Services (CYPMHS). While we have secured funding for full-time roles, we are also open to applicants interested in part-time or term-time contracts.

The Mental Health Support Teams are part of an innovative initiative funded by NHS England, Health Education England, and various partners, aimed at enhancing the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people facing mild to moderate mental health challenges within educational settings. The primary objectives of the Mental Health Support Teams include:

• Offering guidance and training to school personnel through consultations
• Delivering evidence-based interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health issues, either individually or in groups
• Assisting schools in developing a Comprehensive School Approach to Mental Health

Key Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be tasked with facilitating evidence-based CBT interventions in educational environments for children and young individuals aged 5-18. They will manage a caseload of young clients presenting with moderate mental health challenges and varying degrees of complexity. Additionally, the candidate will co-facilitate parenting programs based on CBT principles.

The candidate will collaborate closely with senior clinical staff to enhance the quality and efficacy of individual CBT-informed interventions provided. They will also play a vital role in staff development through supervision, training, and consultation, while promoting the application of CBT principles in clinical practice. A solid understanding of low-intensity CBT practices within the context of Mental Health Support Teams is essential.

It is anticipated that the successful candidate will pursue a postgraduate qualification in supervising low-intensity CBT interventions to improve the clinical supervision offered to Early Mental Health Practitioners (EMHPs) and Children and Young Workers (CYWPs) within the Mental Health Support Team.

The position will be based at Maple House, with the possibility of working from other locations as required. This is a permanent role.

We expect a significant number of applications for this position, and we encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

For further details or informal discussions, please reach out to the Clinical Lead.

About Our Organization

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust provides a wide range of health and care services to the local community, including mental health support, learning disability services, community physical health, and comprehensive care for individuals with disabilities of all ages.

Our mission is to empower individuals to reach their full potential by adopting a compassionate, person-centered approach in all our endeavors. We have recently received an Outstanding rating for Caring from the Care Quality Commission, along with a Good overall rating.

We offer diverse roles across various levels, making us an ideal employer for those starting their careers or seeking to leverage their skills and experience in new opportunities.

We are dedicated to fostering inclusive recruitment practices for all individuals. Our commitment to promoting equality and diversity is reflected in our organizational culture that values differences.

To support this initiative, we provide up to three weeks of induction, tailored to the role, through our Prepare to Care program for all new employees. This program equips you with the necessary knowledge and guidance to thrive at Cheshire and Wirral Partnership.

We encourage applications from individuals with firsthand experience of our services.

Detailed Job Description and Responsibilities

For comprehensive details, please download the job description.

Our recruitment selection processes are competency-based (refer to the Person Specification) and are aligned with our core values.

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership seeks individuals who can exemplify the Trust's Values and Behaviors in their daily lives. If invited for an interview, candidates will participate in a Values-Based Interview/Assessment , which will explore not only your actions but also the motivations behind them.

Before applying, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the Trust's Values and Behaviors, known as 'the 6 Cs': Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion, and Commitment. A 'Guide to completing your application form' is available on the right side of this page under the job description.

The Supporting Information Section of your application should reflect your understanding of the Trust's Values and associated Behaviors. You will be expected to provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life that demonstrate these values through your actions.

If you have a disability that meets the criteria outlined in the Equality Act 2010 and can demonstrate that you meet the essential criteria specified in the person specification for the position, please answer 'YES' to the question: 'Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?'

Please inform the recruitment team of any special support needs that should be considered during the interview and selection processes.

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership is proud to be an accredited Veteran Aware organization, dedicated to sharing best practices in NHS care for our armed forces community. As a Veteran Aware organization, we are committed to upholding the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant and have received a 'Silver' award from the MOD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (DERS).

The Trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any applicants from the armed forces community who meet the essential criteria for the position and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note that applicants will be responsible for the cost of their DBS check, which will be deducted from their salary upon appointment. We encourage enrollment in the DBS Update Service, which incurs a small annual fee of £13.

New entrants to the NHS will start at the minimum of the stated salary scale.

Candidates are advised to apply early, as we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date if a large number of applications are received.

If you encounter any technical difficulties or require assistance with your application, please contact our Recruitment Team.

We wish you the best of luck with your application and hope to welcome you to Team Cheshire and Wirral Partnership soon.

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