ID - 1165
Position: Nurse Deputy Manager
Salary: £39140 - £42000 / annum
Location: Hampshire SO18
Job Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team within a private hospital setting. The successful candidate will provide evidence-based psychological interventions to patients experiencing a range of mental health difficulties including anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, stress-related conditions, OCD, and other emotional or behavioural challenges.
The CBT Therapist will work collaboratively with psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care and support positive clinical outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Duties
* Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and formulate appropriate treatment plans.
* Deliver individual and group CBT interventions in accordance with NICE guidelines and best practice standards.
* Provide evidence-based therapy for patients with common and complex mental health conditions.
* Monitor patient progress, evaluate treatment outcomes, and adapt interventions as required.
* Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely clinical records and reports.
* Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and contribute to integrated care planning.
* Manage risk effectively, including safeguarding concerns, self-harm, suicide risk, and crisis interventions.
* Support discharge planning and continuity of care.
Professional & Operational Responsibilities
* Maintain professional registration and adhere to ethical and professional standards.
* Work in compliance with hospital policies, safeguarding procedures, GDPR, and clinical governance frameworks.
* Participate in clinical supervision, reflective practice, and continuous professional development (CPD).
* Contribute to service development initiatives and quality improvement projects.
* Promote equality, diversity, dignity, and inclusion in all aspects of care delivery.
Essential Requirements:
* Accredited qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
* BABCP Accreditation (or working towards accreditation).
* Experience delivering CBT within mental health or healthcare settings.
* Strong understanding of NICE guidelines and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and clinical assessment skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and mental health legislation.
Desirable Criteria:
* Experience working within private healthcare or inpatient settings.
* Experience supporting patients with trauma, personality disorders, or complex mental health needs.
* Additional therapeutic training or modalities (e.g. DBT, EMDR, ACT, mindfulness-based approaches).
* Experience facilitating psychoeducational or therapeutic groups.
Key Skills & Competencies:
* Empathy and emotional intelligence
* Strong therapeutic and rapport-building skills
* Clinical decision-making and problem-solving
* Time management and organisational skills
* Professionalism and confidentiality
* Resilience and adaptability
Benefits:
* Competitive salary package
* Company pension scheme
* Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
* Clinical supervision support
* Employee wellbeing programme
* Annual leave entitlement
* Career progression opportunities within private healthcare services
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