CBT Therapist/ Psychological Practitioner/ Psychologist (LTC) inKendal inKendal PUBLISHED SUN 12 JAN 2025

Opportunity to work within a comprehensive pathway that combines physical and psychological health, promoting a holistic approach to patient care.
Ability to help patients with a variety of long-term conditions (LTCs) like COPD, diabetes, and cancer, thereby making a significant impact on their quality of life.
Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, enhancing professional development through integrated working in both primary and secondary care.
Role includes teaching, training, and supervising other psychological practitioners, allowing for leadership and development opportunities within the field.
Engagement in research, audit, and service evaluation, contributing to the advancement of psychological practices and patient outcomes.
Valued culture of compassion towards self, colleagues, and service users, promoting a supportive work environment.
The role of CBT Therapist/Psychological Practitioner/Psychologist (LTC) at the North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust involves working with the Physical Health Rehabilitation Psychology (PHRP) team to provide specialized psychological support to patients with long-term health conditions (LTCs) such as COPD, diabetes, and cancer. The position, which is Band 7 with up to 22.5 hours available, requires the post holder to deliver psychological assessments and therapies, engage in collaborative care across primary and secondary health services, and contribute to teaching, training, and supervision within the team.

The successful candidate will operate within a biopsychosocial framework, emphasizing integrated care, compassion, and quality service delivery. They will also be responsible for developing clinical supervision for other practitioners and participating in audits and research to enhance service evaluation. As part of a commitment to diversity and sustainability, applicants are encouraged to reflect these values in their work and ensure compliance with employment eligibility criteria.

 


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