Sessional Therapist - Children and Young People

Priory; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading mental health hospital in Greater London is seeking a skilled sessional therapist to provide outpatient therapy to children and young people facing mental health challenges. The role requires a minimum Level 5 Diploma and three years of experience working in a similar setting. Flexibility in scheduling is necessary to meet the needs of clients. This opportunity comes with a supportive environment and professional growth.

Benefits

DBS paid for by Priory

Free on-site parking or reduced rates

Supplemented meals

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience working with children and young people.
• Full registration and accreditation with BACP, BABCP, or UKCP is required.
• Good knowledge of CBT, risk assessments, and risk management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments to determine client's therapeutic needs.
• Lead group and individual therapy sessions.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and provide progress reports.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Knowledge of CBT

Risk assessments

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Therapy

Job description

Overview

Sessional Therapist - Children and Young People
Bromley, Hayes, Bromley, Greater London, England

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology
Employment Type: Contract
Location: Priory Hospital Hayes Grove
Compensation: £60.00 / hour

Priory Hospital Hayes Grove are looking for a motivated sessional therapist to support the service in the delivery of outpatient individual therapy to children and young people with a range of mental health issues. Hours for this sessional role are flexible and will be scheduled according to the centre's requirements. While specific hours may vary depending on demand, we aim to provide clarity as service needs become clearer. This approach ensures the centre can respond effectively to changing demands.

Priory Hospital Hayes Grove is one of the UK's leading mental health and addiction rehab hospitals. We can provide world class residential treatment for a range of mental health conditions, including treatment for depression, as well as drug and alcohol addiction treatment. We also provide outpatient treatment for young people as well as private CAMHS assessments options and private autism assessments for adults.

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. 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.

• Receives and responds promptly to referrals undertaking initial assessments to establish the scope, level and nature of the individual client's therapeutic needs.
• Leads and facilitates group and/or individual therapy sessions, ensuring activities and interventions continue to meet the needs of the clients, and are consistent with the provisions detailed in the clients' therapy plan.
• Manages, monitors and reviews an assigned caseload, ensuring delivery within the agreed timescales.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date clinical records, case file notes and computerised information, and other associated documentation; providing and presenting progress reports to case conference meetings on a regular basis. Liaise with professional and clinical colleagues, as part of the MDT. Also, assist with the analysis and reporting of statistical data and information for research and audit purposes.

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 hold a relevant therapy qualification (minimum Level 5 Diploma) and at least three-years post-qualification experience of working in a similar setting with children and young people. The role will involve the provision of therapy to outpatients who require therapeutic intervention, as well as the facilitation of assessments to signpost children and young people and their parents to the most suitable type of treatment. A good knowledge of CBT, risk assessments, and risk management is essential.

The successful candidate should hold full registration and accreditation with the BACP, BABCP, or UKCP.

Due to the requirement to work with children and young people and demand for in-person therapy, ideally we would be looking for the successful candidate to offer appointment times after the school day or during evenings/at weekends at site.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Apply

What we will give you in return

Priory is seeking skilled and compassionate individuals to join us on a sessional, self-employed basis. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work within a respected healthcare provider, delivering specialist mental health and wellbeing services. If you're committed to making a difference and want to work in a supportive, professional environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

• DBS paid for by Priory
• Free on-site parking or reduced parking rates
• Supplemented meals

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.