CBT Therapist, Band 7 – Community Mental Health Team

NHS; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Ipswich is looking for a band 7 psychological therapist on a fixed-term basis. The role involves providing evidence-based therapies and psychological assessments to adults experiencing mental health challenges in the community. The ideal candidate will have a professional mental health qualification and experience in CBT, with opportunities for professional development and training.

Benefits

Comprehensive training programmes

Career progression

Starting annual leave of 27 days per annum

Qualifications

• Professional qualification and registration in a recognised mental health profession.
• Experience in delivering evidence-based psychological therapies to adults.
• Advanced knowledge of a range of CBT evidence-based interventions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out psychological assessments and formulations.
• Conduct therapy alongside providing consultation and training.
• Attend MDT meetings and contribute to team involvement.

Skills

CBT

Risk assessment

Safeguarding

Complex presentations

Education

Professional qualification in a recognised mental health profession

BABCP accreditation as a CBT Therapist

Job description

A leading healthcare organization in Ipswich is looking for a band 7 psychological therapist on a fixed-term basis. The role involves providing evidence-based therapies and psychological assessments to adults experiencing mental health challenges in the community. The ideal candidate will have a professional mental health qualification and experience in CBT, with opportunities for professional development and training.