Overview
Join to apply for the High Intensity CBT (HICBT) Therapist role at Harmonia Careers. Alliance Psychological Services is an independent provider of counselling and psychological therapy services based in the Tees Valley area and working across the North-East region.
We are currently recruiting for a qualified HICBT Therapist. Full or part time will be considered. This role involves high intensity interventions in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), working with adults aged 16+ within the NHS Talking Therapies service for Teesside, which is part of the Impact on Teesside service.
Responsibilities
* Work as a member of the Impact PWT/TTAD service team; create and maintain effective working relationships within the TTAD/Primary Care team and with relevant partners.
* Offer advice and support to GPs and other health professionals on mental health issues and referral pathways for patients with mental health needs.
* Liaise effectively with secondary care and voluntary sector organisations; attend meetings and provide reports as required; assist in development and promotion of the service.
* Provide a range of evidence-based psychological interventions within the TTAD framework; conduct assessments including risk assessment; deliver clinically appropriate interventions with clients; operate within designated timeframes; make onward referrals as needed; maintain client confidentiality.
* Carry out safeguarding responsibilities to promote welfare of service users; take appropriate safeguarding actions when required; support families in accessing Early Help Services; share information where appropriate in line with confidentiality protocols.
* Maintain professional standards: keep records, maintain clinical registrations, engage in CPD, undertake clinical supervision, follow NHS/Impact guidelines and codes of practice, promote a safe working environment, and adhere to policies and procedures.
* Be flexible to working hours (between 8am and 8pm on weekdays) as required.
Qualifications
* Essential: Postgraduate Diploma in CBT; accreditation with BACP, BABCP, UKCP, BPS or other recognised professional body; evidence of training in mental health and experience in a stepped care service for anxiety and depression; good CPD record.
* Desirable: Supervision qualification; training in EMDR, MBCBT, IPT; training in Long Term Health Conditions / Medically Unexplained Symptoms for CBT Therapists; Trauma Top Up Training.
Experience
* Essential: Experience in a mental healthcare setting; ongoing clinical supervision of therapeutic work; up-to-date knowledge of therapeutic approaches; ability to manage own caseload and meet service targets; ability to write clear reports and communicate effectively; understanding of mild to moderate mental health problems including anxiety, depression, and related issues.
* Desirable: Experience in Primary Care Services; experience in a service with measurable clinical outcomes.
Disclosure
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require a Disclosure to check for previous criminal convictions.
Details
* Salary: £38,000 to £41,500 a year (Pro Rata to Hours Worked)
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
* Location: Alliance Psychological Services Ltd, 24 Yarm Road, Stockton-on-Tees, Cleveland, TS18 3NA
* Closing date for applications: 16 September 2025
* Interview dates: 23 September 2025 (in person)
Right to work in the UK required; sponsorship is not offered. For more information, contact enquiries@impactonteesside.com.
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