Deputy Clinical Lead - Sefton

NHS Jobs; England; Sur place; GBP 58 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual leave

Sick pay

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Wellbeing resources

Life assurance

Will writing service

Discounts

Induction & development

Résumé du poste

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced psychological therapist to join our Talking Therapies service as Deputy Clinical Lead. You will provide clinical leadership, supervise High Intensity practitioners and deliver CBT to people with moderate to complex mental health needs.

This role requires BABCP accreditation eligibility, NHS Talking Therapies knowledge, governance and risk-management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with NHS partners.

Qualifications

• Qualified psychological therapist with post-qualification experience.
• Eligible for BABCP accreditation.
• BABCP accreditation desirable.
• Knowledge of NHS Talking Therapies and NICE guidance.
• Experience supervising clinicians.
• Experience with complex mental health presentations.
• Strong risk management and discharge planning.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with partners.
• Ability to manage governance, audits and data records.
• Ability to lead and train staff.

Responsabilités

• Provide clinical leadership and management within the Talking Therapies service.
• Maintain a small clinical caseload delivering CBT to moderate to complex cases.
• Provide supervision to qualified and trainee High Intensity practitioners.
• Monitor service performance and contribute to governance and audits.
• Lead on specific projects and service development initiatives.
• Support safe, evidence-based practice and referral pathways.
• When Clinical Lead is absent, provide clinical leadership for the service.

Connaissances

High Intensity Therapist

CBT Therapist

BABCP accreditation

Clinical supervision

NHS Talking Therapies

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Discharge planning

Risk management

Communication skills

Governance & audits

Data accuracy

CPD & leadership

Formation

High Intensity CBT qualification

Description du poste

DEPUTY CLINICAL LEAD Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £57,528 - £64,751 per annum (NHS AfC Band 8a) Location: NHS Sefton Talkin Therapies, Stella Nova, Bootle, L20 4TZ

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and qualified psychological therapist to join our NHS Talking Therapies service as a Deputy Clinical Lead. Working alongside the Clinical Lead and Service Manager, you will play a key role in providing effective clinical leadership and management, supporting the delivery of a high-quality, evidence-based service for people experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. You will work collaboratively with local NHS Trusts, primary and secondary care services and other partner organisations to ensure people receive the right care at the right time. This is a varied role combining clinical practice, leadership, supervision and service development. You will maintain a small clinical caseload, delivering specialist psychological therapy, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), to people experiencing moderate to complex mental health difficulties, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD and OCD. You will also provide clinical advice and high-quality supervision to qualified and trainee High Intensity practitioners, supporting safe, effective and evidence-based practice. You will assist the Clinical Lead in monitoring service performance, meeting national and local targets, making appropriate step-up and step-down decisions, and participating in multidisciplinary meetings to support effective referral pathways. You will also lead on specific projects, contribute to clinical audits and governance arrangements, and help ensure that quality standards, risk management processes and professional requirements are consistently maintained. When the Clinical Lead is absent, you will provide clinical leadership for the service.

This is an opportunity to use your clinical expertise and leadership skills to support colleagues, strengthen partnership working and help shape the delivery of high-quality mental health services.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced psychological therapist who is passionate about delivering excellent, person-centred care and supporting others to develop their clinical practice. You will need to have:

• A qualification as a High Intensity Therapist or CBT Therapist, with at least one year of post-qualification experience.
• Eligibility for accreditation with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) as a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist.
• Existing BABCP accreditation is desirable.
• In-depth knowledge of NHS Talking Therapies, stepped care and evidence-based psychological interventions, including CBT and NICE guidance.
• Experience of providing clinical supervision in line with NHS Talking Therapies and NICE requirements.
• Experience of working with people presenting with a range of complex and co-occurring mental health difficulties.
• Strong clinical assessment, intervention, risk management and discharge planning skills.
• Experience of multidisciplinary working and building effective relationships with NHS partners and other agencies.
• An understanding of clinical governance, clinical audit, professional standards and the importance of accurate clinical records and performance data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide clinical advice, deliver training and communicate sensitive information effectively.
• The ability to remain calm and professional when dealing with distressing or emotive situations, using sound judgement to make decisions and manage risk.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise your workload, work autonomously and support a team through change.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to clinical leadership, with a commitment to continuous professional development and service improvement.
• You will be committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, treating people with dignity and respect, and ensuring that service users receive compassionate, non-judgemental and effective care.

Why Join Us?

Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity delivering innovative, life-changing mental health support for individuals and communities across the UK. Through our diverse range of services, we help people improve their mental wellbeing, overcome barriers and lead fulfilling lives. Everything we do is people focused. Whether supporting those who access our services or investing in the wellbeing and development of our colleagues, people are at the heart of MHM. Our workforce is the driving force behind our success, and we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and values-led environment where talented individuals can thrive and make a meaningful difference. By joining MHM, you'll become part of a compassionate and ambitious organisation that is committed to improving mental health, promoting recovery and creating positive change in communities across the country.

What we offer you

• 27 days' annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays
• Enhanced occupational sick pay
• Access to our workplace pension scheme
• Family-friendly and flexible working arrangements to support a good work-life balance
• Access to our Wellbeing Offer, including an Employee Assistance Programme, Virtual GP service and wellbeing resources
• Life Assurance and a free Will writing service
• Blue Light Card and Charity Workers discounts
• Access to Tickets for Good Employee recognition and celebration schemes
• A tailored induction programme, bespoke personal development and career pathways to support you in your role and career aspirations

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe everyone should have access to fair and accessible opportunities, and we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are welcoming and inclusive for all. During the application process, we may ask for some personal information to help us understand how we can make our recruitment practices as fair and accessible as possible. Any information you provide will be treated confidentially and used solely for this purpose. We value the unique experiences, perspectives and contributions that diversity brings and are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported and able to be themselves.

Interested in Finding Out More?

We welcome informal conversations about the role. If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact: Amy Bourke - We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming talented people who share our passion for improving mental health and changing lives.

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust