NHS
Clinical/Counselling Psychologist or DBT Therapist
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Job Description
- Req#: C9222-25-0295?language=en&page=464&sort=publicationDateDesc
- Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS, or post graduate training in another core mental health profession (social work, nursing, occupational therapy)
- Post graduate diploma or higher degree in DBT.
- Other related academic qualifications
- Experience of working in a service for people with severe and enduring mental health difficulties
- Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision
- Experience of the application of psychology/therapy in different cultural contexts
- Experience of administration, scoring and written interpretation of formal personality tools and/or neuropsychological assessments
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) and willingness to participate actively in CPD in line with BPS' or their professional body's guidelines
- Record of having published in either peer reviewed or academic or professional journals and/or books
- Highly developed specialist knowledge, both theoretical and practical, of psychology applied to clinical practice, particularly in respect of adults with severe and enduring mental health needs (including complex emotional needs and trauma history)
- Knowledge of the professional code of conduct of the BPS or their professional bodies.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and its implications for work in relevant setting
- Able to provide and receive highly complex, highly sensitive or highly contentious information, where there are significant barriers to acceptance which need to be overcome using the highest level of interpersonal and communication skills such as would be required when communicating in a hostile, antagonistic or highly emotive atmosphere
- Able to make judgements involving complex facts or situations, which require the evaluation of a range of options (e.g. the assessment of specialist clinical conditions and the determination of treatment options)
- Able to provide services in an environment with service users who may be challenging and where the awareness of risk must always be maintained
- Able to plan, prioritise and organise own service user caseload, treatment programmes involving other staff, and other aspects of the work such as research activity
- Able to reflect on own professional practice through the clinical supervision process
- Keyboard skills
- Psychomotor skills necessary to administer complex psychological tests and video equipment
- Able to use database, word processing and test administration/scoring software
- Professional registration with the appropriate Health Professions Council (HCPC, RMN, etc.)
- Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS, or post graduate training in another core mental health profession (social work, nursing, occupational therapy)
- Post graduate diploma or higher degree in DBT.
- Other related academic qualifications
- Experience of working in a service for people with severe and enduring mental health difficulties
- Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision
- Experience of the application of psychology/therapy in different cultural contexts
- Experience of administration, scoring and written interpretation of formal personality tools and/or neuropsychological assessments
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) and willingness to participate actively in CPD in line with BPS' or their professional body's guidelines
- Record of having published in either peer reviewed or academic or professional journals and/or books
- Highly developed specialist knowledge, both theoretical and practical, of psychology applied to clinical practice, particularly in respect of adults with severe and enduring mental health needs (including complex emotional needs and trauma history)
- Knowledge of the professional code of conduct of the BPS or their professional bodies.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and its implications for work in relevant setting
- Able to provide and receive highly complex, highly sensitive or highly contentious information, where there are significant barriers to acceptance which need to be overcome using the highest level of interpersonal and communication skills such as would be required when communicating in a hostile, antagonistic or highly emotive atmosphere
- Able to make judgements involving complex facts or situations, which require the evaluation of a range of options (e.g. the assessment of specialist clinical conditions and the determination of treatment options)
- Able to provide services in an environment with service users who may be challenging and where the awareness of risk must always be maintained
- Able to plan, prioritise and organise own service user caseload, treatment programmes involving other staff, and other aspects of the work such as research activity
- Able to reflect on own professional practice through the clinical supervision process
- Keyboard skills
- Psychomotor skills necessary to administer complex psychological tests and video equipment
- Able to use database, word processing and test administration/scoring software
- Professional registration with the appropriate Health Professions Council (HCPC, RMN, etc.)
Job summary
In order to continue to deliver excellent care and treatment to our service users, we are seeking an experienced and passionate DBT Specialist Practitioner to join our Mental Health Integrated Network Team (MINT) in Hammersmith and Fulham.
MINT is a multidisciplinary service providing holistic support and treatment to adults presenting with a range of mental health difficulties within a stepped-care framework. We have an established psychology team which is well integrated and highly valued in the service.
This post is an excellent opportunity to consolidate specialist clinical skills in working with complex needs, trauma and personality disorder diagnoses. In addition to working 1-1 with clients, this post involves embedding and developing psychological principles and thinking within the work of the whole MDT. Therefore, we require a candidate who thrives in a team environment and is passionate about dissemination of psychological thinking and consultation.
Main duties of the job
You will provide highly specialist assessments and treatment for individuals with complex mental health conditions, both 1-1 and in groups, with a focus on DBT and DBT skills. The role will include working with people from varied cultural backgrounds, including those seeking asylum, using interpreters when necessary. A passion for creating and enabling equality of access to services for all and an understanding of the psychological needs associated with migration is essential.
You will provide psychological consultation and guidance to the whole MDT and a genuine desire to work within an MDT and promote psychological ways of working is essential.
About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Date posted
13 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£51,883 to £58,544 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
222-LS-MINT-310-A
Job locations
MINT Central H&F
H and F Claybrook Road
London
W6 8QZ
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Skills
Essential
Other Requirements
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Skills
Essential
Other Requirements
Essential
Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
West London NHS Trust
Address
MINT Central H&F
H and F Claybrook Road
London
W6 8QZ
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
West London NHS Trust
Address
MINT Central H&F
H and F Claybrook Road
London
W6 8QZ
Employer's website
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.