CAMHS Therapist - ADOS Trained
Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology
Employment Type: Contract
Location: Priory Wellbeing Centre - Canterbury
Compensation: £55.00 / hour
Description
Priory Wellbeing Centre Canterbury, is looking to recruit a CAMHS Therapist to join the team. This is a sessional role, and hours will depend on the centre's needs.
Priory Wellbeing Centre Canterbury is conveniently situated right in the heart of Canterbury’s city centre, offering easy access to all. Our expert team can deliver established outpatient treatment for a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, stress, bereavement, addictions and eating disorders. We provide high quality support to adults, adolescents, children and couples, offering rapid access to effective treatment to get you or your loved ones back on track.
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. As a Therapist 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.
You will also:
* Provide 1:1 therapy to CAMHS service users, either remotely or face-to-face
* Support the ASC CAMHS pathway as part of a dedicated team
* Be part of an organisation renowned for excellence and a diverse range of mental health services
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
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.
You’ll need at least two years’ experience working with young people, along with the ability to think systemically about their needs, including family and school contexts. A relevant qualification and knowledge of neurodiversity are essential, as is active therapeutic work and clinical supervision with this group. Full BABCP accreditation is required. You’ll also need to be flexible to accommodate after-school hours and Saturday mornings if required.
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.
Our service offers,
* 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. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.
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