Job Description
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week (applications for part time hours will be considered)
Service opening hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-8pm; Friday 8am-5pm; Saturday 9am-1pm
Salary: £43,742 - £50,056 per annum (NHS AfC Band 7)
Location: Hybrid (office based/remote) - Blyth base when in the office.
About us
Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health and social care services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Plymouth, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support.
Everything about MHM is people focused - our people are central to delivering the highest quality of service and care to people who access our services. At MHM we help people achieve good mental and physical wellbeing and live life to the full.
Northumberland Talking Therapies is a partnership between Mental Health Matters and Sunderland Counselling Service; two local and national providers of psychological therapies with a strong track record of success.
About the role
We are seeking a qualified and motivated High Intensity Psychological Therapist to join our team. The post holders will provide high intensity interventions - predominantly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). They will work with individuals who have a range of complex Anxiety and Depression related problems for which CBT is demonstrated to be clinically effective.
We offer training opportunities in a secondary High Intensity modality (Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Couples Therapy for Depression). We also have 4 clinical CPD events planned for 2024/25.
The post holders will work with people with different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary, and should be committed to equal opportunities.
About you
You will hold a Clinical Qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy; typically the Post-Graduate Diploma in CBT or in High Intensity Psychological Therapies. We also welcome applications from candidates who have other Post-Graduate qualifications in an IAPT appropriate evidence based therapy.
We welcome applications from trainees approaching formal qualification in any of the above.
You must be able to demonstrate the ability to work within a high volume, performance managed service, manage your own caseload and time and be an effective communicator both in written and verbal communication.
What we offer
You will go through our comprehensive, in-person training program in your first week of employment which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role, as well as offering a great opportunity to get to know your new colleagues.
In addition, you will receive:
A minimum of 25 days annual leave per annum, plus statutory holidays, rising with length of service
A 5% contributory pension scheme, with the opportunity to increase contributions.
A holistic approach to your health and wellbeing, including Employee assistance programme and personalised wellbeing action plans.
Enhanced family friendly policies, pay and leave.
Cycle to work scheme.
Discounted gym membership.
Healthcare cash plan.
A discount platform covering online, high street and supermarket purchases.
You will receive a tailored induction and probation review program which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role
Our structured career development pathways and support from our accredited Learning Team will provide you with advice and guidance on how to access development to allow you to flourish in your chosen career
Closing date: 15th September 2024
Anticipated interview date: week commencing 23rd September 2024
The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.
Please note that due to the sensitive nature of the duties, an enhanced DBS will be sought in event of a successful application.
All disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential short-listing criteria are guaranteed an interview.
MHM is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
