DBT Lead Therapist

Priory; City Of London; On-site; GBP 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health care institution in the United Kingdom seeks a Lead DBT Therapist to join their dedicated team. In this full-time role, you will assist in delivering specialist care for individuals facing mental health challenges through a mix of proven therapeutic approaches. Candidates should possess a PGDip in DBT and EMDR training, alongside leadership skills to support the growth of the DBT service. Benefit from competitive compensation and numerous perks, including professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Supplemented meals

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership and private healthcare

Development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Qualifications

• Must have a PGDip in DBT with intensive DBT training from British Isles DBT.
• Candidates must be EMDR trained.
• Experience as a CBT Therapist or Integrative Therapist required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans.
• Guide colleagues in various treatment modes.
• Track client progress through outcome measures.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Leadership

Education

PGDip in DBT

EMDR training

Background as CBT or Integrative Therapist

Job description

Overview

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Priory Hospital Roehampton

Compensation: £53,560 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Roehampton is looking to recruit a Lead DBT Therapist to join the team. This is a full-time (37.5 hours) role. We support people facing a wide range of mental health challenges, providing specialist care for depression, anxiety and addictions. Our team offers tailored treatment for substance addictions, including alcohol, cocaine and heroin, as well as behavioural addictions like gambling. We also provide outpatient support for adults with eating disorders. At Roehampton, you\'ll be supported by a compassionate team of psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, nurses and mental health professionals who are committed to your wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help you move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

What you\'ll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients\' wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As Lead DBT Therapist, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• Supported by a compassionate team of psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, nurses, and mental health professionals committed to your well-being.
• Personalised approach using proven therapies to help you build confidence and a healthier, more fulfilling future.
• Work schedule is 3-4 days per week.
• This is a face-to-face role requiring in-person attendance.

What you\'ll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering a highly specialist therapeutic service for individuals requiring DBT intervention. This position involves significant leadership responsibilities, including supporting the ongoing development and growth of the DBT service at Priory Hospital Roehampton. The post holder will ensure program fidelity and team adherence by guiding colleagues across various treatment modes. Additionally, they will be responsible for tracking client progress through outcome measures and liaising with primary therapists to support continuous and successful service improvement. Desirable qualifications include a PGDip in DBT (British Isles DBT training) with a minimum of intensive DBT training from British Isles DBT. Candidates must be EMDR trained (essential) and have a primary background as either a CBT Therapist or an Integrative Therapist.

For more information about the role, you can email Apply

What we will give you in return

• Free on-site parking
• Supplemented meals
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our IPD panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.

Ref: 08948fda-3703-47fc-83eb-603d56d68ad5

You\'re consenting to receive job alert emails. Unsubscribe at any time. Later you can \'Get Hired\' to create a full account to edit your preferences. Read our privacy policy for more details.