Band 7 Psychological Therapist - Birmingham Healthy Minds inBirmingham inBirmingham PUBLISHED
TUE 29 OCT 2024
Band 7: £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum, pro rata
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COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY MENTAL HEALTH NHS
Flexibility of hybrid working options, allowing both remote and face-to-face interactions for better work-life balance.
Access to bespoke training packages and in-house training opportunities to enhance professional development and meet CPD requirements.
Regular clinical supervision and one-on-one support from a line manager to foster professional growth.
Opportunities for trainees who are about to complete their High Intensity Post Graduate CBT Diploma, supporting career advancement.
A one-off relocation allowance for successful applicants, making it easier for new hires to settle in Birmingham.
The chance to provide meaningful high-intensity CBT interventions and group therapy to individuals with common mental health difficulties.
Being part of a supportive team within Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, contributing to community mental health initiatives.
The role of "Band 7 Psychological Therapist" at Birmingham Healthy Minds with Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust involves delivering Step 3 High Intensity Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions for individuals with depression and anxiety disorders. The position allows for both remote and face-to-face working, but is not fully remote. Candidates will benefit from hybrid working arrangements, training opportunities, regular clinical supervision, and support for continuing professional development (CPD). The role is suitable for experienced therapists as well as trainees close to completing their High Intensity Post Graduate CBT Diploma. Additional perks include a relocation allowance for eligible applicants and participation in group therapy programs.
We are looking to recruit *High Intensity CBT therapists to be part of BHM NHS Talking Therapies in delivering Step 3 High Intensity interventions for depression and anxiety disorders. If this is you, we can offer both remote and face to face working. (please note this is not a 100% remote post). Having the flexibility of hybrid working from home/team base will contribute to a better work life balance. BHM offers great opportunities to develop your skills and we have recently purchased a bespoke training package in addition to inhouse training to ensure that your CPD requirements are met. You will access regular clinical supervision as well as 1:1 supervision from your line manager.
* This role is also suitable for trainees who are imminently due to gain the qualification of High Intensity Post Graduate CBT Diploma
In addition we offer a one off relocation allowance for successful applicant(s) - (subject to eligibility)
Undergoing mental health assessments and delivering high intensity CBT interventions at step 3 and delivering group therapy interventions to patients with common mental health difficulties.
We provide Flexible working and a range of benefits of working within a team and some remote working.
We offer a range of talking therapies and group programmes for people with common mental health difficulties.
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1. Can you describe your experience with delivering High Intensity CBT interventions? What types of cases have you found most challenging, and how did you handle them?
2. How do you tailor CBT interventions for clients presenting with different anxiety disorders or depression? Can you provide specific examples?
3. What strategies do you employ when managing risk during mental health assessments? How do you involve clients in this process?
4. Can you discuss your approach to delivering group therapy interventions? What do you consider when facilitating a group?
5. Describe a situation where you faced a significant clinical challenge. How did you navigate it, and what was the outcome?
1. Can you describe your experience with delivering High Intensity CBT interventions? What types of cases have you found most challenging, and how did you handle them?
2. How do you tailor CBT interventions for clients presenting with different anxiety disorders or depression? Can you provide specific examples?
3. What strategies do you employ when managing risk during mental health assessments? How do you involve clients in this process?
4. Can you discuss your approach to delivering group therapy interventions? What do you consider when facilitating a group?
5. Describe a situation where you faced a significant clinical challenge. How did you navigate it, and what was the outcome?
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To work as a Band 7 Psychological Therapist in the UK, particularly within the National Health Service (NHS), you typically need the following skills and qualifications:
Qualifications:
1. Relevant Degree: A degree in psychology, social work, or a related field is essential. Many Band 7 therapists also hold advanced degrees (Masters or Doctorate) in psychology or psychotherapy.
2. Professional Registration: You need to be registered with a recognized body, such as the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or British Psychological Society (BPS), depending on your specific role.
3. Specialist Training: Completion of a recognized training program in psychological therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), or other therapeutic modalities.
4. Post-qualification Experience: Usually, you will need several years of clinical experience in mental health settings, particularly in roles that involve direct patient contact.
Key Skills:
1. Clinical Skills: Competence in conducting assessments, formulating treatment plans, delivering therapy, and evaluating treatment outcomes.
2. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams. This includes active listening and articulating complex psychological concepts in understandable terms.
3. Empathy and Compassion: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with clients, demonstrating empathy and understanding of their situation.
4. Crisis Management: Skills in managing emergencies or crises, including risk assessment and intervention strategies.
5. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients.
6. Assessment and Evaluation: Proficiency in using standardized assessment tools to evaluate mental health conditions.
7. Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
8. Research and Evidence-Based Practice: Skills in applying research findings to practice, staying updated on the latest developments in psychological therapies.
9. Supervision and Training: Ability to provide supervision and training to less experienced therapists or trainees, along with engaging in your own continuing professional development.
10. Organizational Skills: Excellent time management and organizational skills to handle caseloads and administrative responsibilities efficiently.
Additional Skills:
- Ethical Practice: Adherence to professional ethics and confidentiality standards.
- Resilience and Self-Care: Maintaining personal well-being and resilience in a demanding work environment.
Continuing Professional Development:
Ongoing training and professional development are crucial to staying current in the field and fulfilling any requirements set by regulatory bodies.
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