Clinical/Counselling Psychologist/Psychological Therapist

Clinical/Counselling Psychologist/Psychological Therapist

Manchester Early Detection & Intervention Team ( EDIT) is the ARMS pathway for Manchester. It is a stand -alone therapy service which provides specialist assessment and psychological treatment for 14-35 year olds who have an At Risk Mental State.

Main duties of the job

In conjunction with the EDIT therapy colleagues, the post holders will conduct specialist CAARMS assessments (training will be provided) and manage an individual caseload of complex and varied therapy clients. The post holders will be responsible for providing evidence-based therapies, to formulate and treat psychological difficulties with our client group.

This job description recognises the need to engage with appropriate supervision and professional development as a core theme.

The post holder will demonstrate an attitude which respects and values service users' and their carers and the diversity of young people in Manchester.

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Blue Light Card Discounts

Person Specification Education and training

• oBABCP or BACP Accreditation (or equivalent. e.g. ACAT) as psychological therapist, or currently eligible and seeking accreditation
• oMinimum 2 years post qualifying experience working as a psychological therapist
• oPost Graduate diploma or above in psychological therapy
• oA core professional qualification in one of the following: nursing, social work, psychotherapy/ counselling, clinical/counselling psychology, occupational therapy
• oAdditional post qualifying professional level qualifications or training in CFT, ACT, EMDR, CAT, DBT, CBT

Experience

• oExperience of using evidence based psychological interventions with clients with mental health problems of varying severity and complexity.
• oExperience of delivering psychological assessment with clients with mental health problems of varying severity and complexity
• oExperience of managing own caseload and time
• oExperience of working therapeutically in NHS, Education or third sector mental health service
• oExperience of working therapeutically with young people
• oExperience of working with diversity and inner city communities
• oExperience of working with psychosis
• oExperience of delivering therapy with neurodivergent clients
• oExperience of working with clinical complexity

Knowledge and Skills

• oBe skilled in the use of evidence based therapy assessment and psychological interventions.
• oHave good knowledge of a range of psychological interventions and therapy modalities.
• oHave skills and knowledge regarding the assessment and evaluation of risks and safeguarding.
• oBe computer literate and use MS word, teams and clinical recording systems.
• oHave commitment to continuing professional development and reflexive clinical practice.
• oCapacity to work in situations demanding careful clinical judgement.
• oAbility to work within a small team and foster good working relationships.
• oAbility to work under pressure with complex cases with limited resources.
• oWillingness to provide supervision to a range of trainees on placement with EDIT.
• oSkills and experience of delivering clinical supervision.
• oExperience of delivering therapy and assessments via MS Teams.
• oKnowledge of issues impacting young people and their mental health.

Communication

• oAbility to communicate complex and highly technical and /or clinically sensitive information clearly both verbally and in writing.
• oCan demonstrate a high-level of interpersonal skill and sensitivity when communicating with a wide audience including clients, carers, health care colleagues and external agencies.
• oCan demonstrate ability to contribute to clinical team meetings to ensure the effective sharing of clinical information.
• oCan demonstrate punctual, factual written and electronic records are maintained in accordance with professional and Trust standards.
• oEnsure that client confidentiality is protected at all times.
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Other Requirements

• oThere is a requirement for some travel between GMMH sites across the Manchester footprint to provide assessments and therapy.
• oThere is a requirement to fulfil a full range of duties partially working from home, in an appropriate, confidential and professional space
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£47,810 to £54,710 a yearper annum pro rata