CBT Trainee

Job summary

Join the Turning Point Talking Therapies Team

At Turning Point, we are dedicated to supporting individuals through their unique journeys of transformation. This commitment is encapsulated in every service we provide, every piece of advice we give, and every support we offer. Now, we're seeking passionate, committed, and motivated individuals to join us as High Intensity CBT Trainees.

We support individuals struggling with common mental difficulties such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder or phobias. We believe in promoting personal responsibility for lifestyle choices and the self-management of mental wellbeing. At Turning Point, every step forward, however small, counts towards recovery and wellbeing.

You must be available for a remote interview week commencing 9th December and be prepared to start the course on the 17th March 2025.

At Turning Point, we foster a culture of continuous learning and mutual support. As a new High-Intensity Therapist, you will receive ongoing mentorship and supervision to ensure you're well-supported in your role. We celebrate the dedication, hard work, and resilience you bring to our team, and we're committed to providing an environment that helps you to thrive.

This is not just an opportunity to gain a distinguished qualification, but also a chance to become a part of a supportive team committed to making a difference.

Please apply directly on our website using the link provided in the supporting links section.

Main duties of the job

As a High Intensity CBT Trainee, you will embark on a one-year full-time postgraduate diploma course at The University of Hull. You will dedicate two days a week to academic studies, and for the remaining three days, you will work at our Wakefield Talking Therapies service, delivering High Intensity CBT under the supervision of university and in-service clinical supervisors.

On successful completion of your training year, you will transition into the role of a High-Intensity Therapist, joining our experienced, successful, and well-established CBT team. You will have the opportunity to provide high-quality therapy, helping to make significant changes in our clients' lives.

About us

As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.

We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for further details.

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.

You will get 31 days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.

Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by clicking on the benefits link in the supporting links section to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Candidates must have a first degree in an allied discipline (usually Psychology) in order to be considered and those from a PWP background must have been qualified as a PWP for more than two years by the course start date in order to meet national expectations. If you are already registered on a Health Education England (HEE) funded programme, you will be unable to progress through the recruitment process. Candidates must either meet one of the following BABCP core mental health profession requirements OR complete a KSA portfolio. Please ensure that you read the additional information document attached to this advert.

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