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Cognitive Behavioural Practitioner / Behaviour Change Intervention Specialist with experience of delivering cognitive / dialectical behavioural therapy (CBT & DBT) and working both face to face and remotely with perpetrators of domestic abuse and/or stalking is required for a well-established organisation.
Have you worked with the Criminal Justice System / Probation Service as a Counsellor / CBT Therapist / Talking Therapist / DBT / Perpetrator Programme Facilitator / Domestic Abuse Prevention Worker / Offender Manager or in a similar role? If yes, we would love to hear from you!
SALARY: £30,240 pro rata + Benefits
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract until end of March 2026
WORKING HOURS: 37 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday, including 1 evening delivery
LOCATION: Hybrid working with both site-based and remote work covering the Kent Region
PLEASE NOTE: There may be a requirement to deliver within prison establishments.
Job Overview
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Cognitive Behavioural Practitioner / Behaviour Change Intervention Specialist with experience in delivering CBT & DBT, working face to face and remotely with perpetrators of domestic abuse and stalking.
As the Practitioner, you will assess, coordinate, and deliver interventions to individuals demonstrating domestic abuse and/or stalking behaviors, on a 1:1 and/or group basis.
The role involves travel around the county to settings including Police Stations, Probation offices, Prisons, and company premises. You will work with adults and young people (aged 14+) using models of behaviour change to address and modify abusive behaviors and obsessive thinking.
Duties
* Maintain accurate and timely records, including case files.
* Collaborate with other agencies to develop a multi-agency approach to risk assessment, management, and rehabilitation.
* Participate in supervision and appraisal processes.
* Contribute to reports, reviews, and evaluations.
* Assess and induct new clients, developing engagement plans.
* Work one evening per week, with additional hours as required.
* Keep detailed records of attendance, engagement, and behavioral issues.
* Maintain up-to-date risk information and contribute to relevant meetings.
* Perform administrative tasks appropriately.
* Work with volunteers and staff to ensure effective collaboration.
* Coordinate with Forensic Psychologists to assess and manage risks.
Candidate Requirements
* Experience delivering cognitive behavioural therapy.
* Experience working with diverse populations.
* Ability to build constructive relationships.
* Experience working towards outcomes in a multi-agency context.
* Experience delivering group work.
* Experience working with domestic abuse perpetrators/challenging individuals.
* Caseload management experience.
* Risk management experience.
* 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above (or equivalent), including English.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to deliver intensive therapeutic interventions remotely and face-to-face.
* Ability to manage disruptive and aggressive behaviors.
* IT literacy.
Desirable
* Probation Officer qualification or equivalent in Counselling/Psychology.
* Knowledge of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy.
* Experience with social factors affecting domestic abuse risks.
* Experience contributing to MASH & MAPPA processes.
* Therapeutic intervention experience.
* Experience handling aggressive and challenging behavior.
This role requires an Enhanced DBS check (adult and child) and prison vetting. All checks will be part of pre-employment processes.
The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare, aligning with the Prevent Duty and promoting modern British values.
Closing Date: 9th May 2025
Interview Dates: Week commencing 12 May 2025 via Teams
How To Apply: Submit your CV to our Recruitment Team. Your details will be reviewed and submitted to our client. By applying, you consent to this process.
Job Ref: AWDO-C13307
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