Senior High-Intensity Psychological Therapist

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust in Lewisham provides specialist psychological therapy services to residents of the Lewisham Borough. The post holder will conduct specialist assessments to identify psychological needs and develop individualised treatment plans, primarily using short-term, goal oriented counselling.

Delivering evidence-based interventions, progress will be monitored via weekly outcomes to support recovery.

Responsibilities

• Conduct specialist assessments to identify psychological needs.
• Develop individualised treatment plans, primarily using short-term, goal focused counselling.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions and monitor progress through weekly outcome measures.
• Ensure high standards of clinical care and adherence to professional guidelines.
• Work autonomously, within the team and supervision guidelines.
• Liaise and refer to multidisciplinary teams (MDT) when appropriate.

Skills

Specialist assessment

Short-term counselling

MDT liaison

Evidence-based interventions

Outcome monitoring

Job description

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust in Lewisham provides specialist psychological therapy services to residents of the Lewisham Borough. The post holder will conduct specialist assessments to identify psychological needs and develop individualised treatment plans, primarily using short-term, goal oriented counselling.

Delivering evidence-based interventions, progress will be monitored via weekly outcomes to support recovery.