We are seeking a Practitioner Psychologist (HCPC accredited) or CBT therapist (BABCP accredited) to join our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a unique branch of mental health at a time of unprecedented expansion and growth.
The successful candidate will be an energetic and robust individual with sophisticated and sensitive clinical skills, and a proven track record of delivering high quality services in either the NHS, social care or the private sector. Previous experience in delivering CBT and working in adult mental health are essential. Further experience in psychodynamic or systemic work would also be highly desirable.
The post-holder will work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the service's policies and procedures and will be responsible for implementing a range of psychological interventions for individuals and groups. They will be a key part of the MDT and will liaise closely with colleagues from the clinic and other community services to provide true partnership working and seamless care pathways.
Key Responsibilities:
1. To provide specialist psychological assessment and treatment for people who present with Gambling Disorder (mainly individual and group CBT)
2. To proactively liaise with colleagues and other professionals including GPs and CMHTs around the country
3. To work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the team's policies and procedures
4. To take responsibility for contributing to research, audit, policy and service development in line with clinical governance.
CNWL (Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust) has almost 8,000 staff providing integrated healthcare to a third of London's population, Milton Keynes and areas beyond. We involve service users, carers, the public, staff and partner organisations in the way that we are run.
Our catchment area spans diverse communities, with over 100 first languages spoken. It contains areas of great affluence as well as areas of much deprivation. We are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME and people with disabilities to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.
We are recognised locally, nationally and internationally for providing high quality, innovative healthcare. We aim to employ only the best people, and our experts are frequently called upon to contribute to national health strategy and policy, and many models of our care have been adapted for use in other countries.
The National Gambling Clinic is a highly specialist national NHS service for clients engaging in problem gambling based in London. Our clinic is also part of the National Centre of Behavioural Addictions. We pride ourselves on having acted as a centre of excellence and as a training clinic, having influenced policy and obtained a proven track record of publications. We offer a comprehensive, psychologically-informed, treatment programme with a strong group component. Our programme includes different treatment streams including evidence-based CBT for gambling harms, psychodynamic therapy, medication, as well as family interventions.
CNWL Addictions Directorate is a large well-established NHS provider offering a wide range of high-quality drug, alcohol and behavioural addiction treatment interventions to the diverse and multicultural population of Hillingdon, Harrow, Ealing, Brent, Hounslow and Hackney and also includes a Club Drug Clinic and national gambling service and gaming service. We have an experienced and diverse workforce and are continuing to expand on specialist roles and advance practice.
There is an expectation of evening work once a week and outreach work in other services, to be discussed with the successful applicant. We will consider part-time working.
We offer a generous relocation package (subject to eligibility assessment) and flexible working options, including bank assignments for most roles. For more information on these and other benefits of working for us, see our Benefits, Reward and Wellbeing page.
Become part of our team. We care for you as much as you care for others.
CNWL NHS Foundation Trust is committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices to protect children and vulnerable adults.
Due to high response levels, we may expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date. We advise submitting your application as soon as possible.
Our Agenda for Change employment contracts are subject to a 13-week probationary period. If offered a position, your information will be transferred into the NHS Electronic Staff Records system.
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