Mental Health Clinician/Clinical or Counselling Psychologist/CBT Therapist

Job Description

Job Information

Achieving for Children is a Community Interest Company with a public sector ethos and a spirit of innovation. As a not-for-profit social enterprise owned by three local authorities (Windsor & Maidenhead, Kingston, and Richmond), we combine the freedoms of a social enterprise with the employment benefits of local government. Find out more about us.

Position: Mental Health Clinician/Clinical or Counselling Psychologist/CBT Therapist

The Emotional Health Service (EHS) is a dynamic team comprising Clinical and Counselling Psychologists, CBT Therapists, Systemic Psychotherapists, and Creative Therapists. We operate in specialized roles within Social Care and Schools, with cluster teams based in Richmond (Twickenham) and Kingston (Chessington). Our team is committed to supporting children and young people's emotional wellbeing using the Choice and Partnership Approach (CAPA).

We are expanding our capacity to support vulnerable groups and are seeking talented professionals to join us in delivering outstanding community services.

Location and Contract Details

• Operational Area: Kingston and Richmond
• Primary Place of Work: Civic Offices, 44 York Street, TW1
• Appointment Type: Permanent
• Business Area: Education
• Full/Part Time: Full-time
• Salary Range: from £42,840 (SCP32) to £49,083 (SCP38)
• Hours: 36 per week
• Estimated Interview Date: 01/10/24
• Closing Date: 20/09/2024

About the Role

As a Mental Health Clinician in the Richmond Cluster, you will be dedicated to improving the mental health of children and young people. You will be part of an established team, with opportunities to provide consultations, assessments, and both individual and group therapy. We encourage creative and innovative service delivery methods and offer various development opportunities, including supervision and line management.

If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the skills to enhance our practice and outcomes, we want to hear from you. Join us to help create a brighter future for children and families. For more information, contact Jennifer Downie, Deputy Head of Service, at 020 8547 6269 or via email.

Candidate Profile

We seek a qualified Clinical or Counselling Psychologist, CBT Therapist, or Mental Health Clinician (Band 7 equivalent) committed to child and youth mental health. Essential qualities include:

• Child and youth-centered approach
• HCPC registration as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist or CBT Therapist
• Experience in CAMHS, working with complex, vulnerable families
• Knowledge of neurodevelopmental conditions such as Autism and ADHD

Benefits

We offer a supportive environment with a wide range of resources, competitive salary, and flexible working options. Benefits include:

• 29 days annual leave, increasing with service length, plus a birthday day off
• Tailored induction
• Local Government pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff discounts and benefits
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities

For more details on working with Achieving for Children and our social work offerings, please visit our website or contact us.

Important Information

• Start Dates: Successful candidates will join on a set date each month; please prepare accordingly.
• Right to Work: Check the latest UK immigration guidance regarding EU and non-EU workers.
• Equality and Diversity: We welcome applications from underrepresented communities and are committed to inclusive recruitment. We are a Disability Confident employer.
• Safeguarding: This role requires a DBS check, as it involves working with children and vulnerable adults.

For more information or to meet Regina, visit the Civic Centre, Twickenham, on the first Wednesday of each month. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once enough applications are received. Apply promptly to avoid missing out.