Senior MHST Clinical Lead — CBT & Family Therapy for Youth

NELFT NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health trust in the UK seeks a Clinical Lead to support Mental Health Support Teams across Kent and Medway. The role involves developing mental health services, ensuring high quality clinical delivery, and empowering children and families. Candidates should have a background in clinical psychology or related fields and demonstrate a passion for early intervention. Responsibilities include leadership, collaboration with schools, and adherence to evidence-based practices. This full-time position allows flexible working patterns and supports professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Comprehensive induction program

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health services and familiarity with evidence-based practice.
• Ability to lead teams and provide clinical supervision effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Mental Health Support Teams across Kent & Medway.
• Ensure high quality clinical delivery based on the latest research.
• Support children and young people in managing emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical expertise

Collaboration skills

Education

Clinical/Counselling or Educational Psychology experience

BABCP accredited CBT/Family Therapy/Child Psychotherapy experience

Job description

A leading mental health trust in the UK seeks a Clinical Lead to support Mental Health Support Teams across Kent and Medway. The role involves developing mental health services, ensuring high quality clinical delivery, and empowering children and families. Candidates should have a background in clinical psychology or related fields and demonstrate a passion for early intervention. Responsibilities include leadership, collaboration with schools, and adherence to evidence-based practices. This full-time position allows flexible working patterns and supports professional development.