Job summary
***** Applications welcomed from students due to qualify *****
Are you looking for your first role as a qualified Psychologist/CBT Therapist?
Or are you an experienced Psychologist/CBT therapist looking to work with children and young people?
In the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services North Oxford Getting More Help (CAMHS) team, we currently have a hybrid working model, combining face-to-face and remote working, with different bases across the county (including Banbury, Oxford, Bicester, and Witney).
The role provides opportunities to work with a wide range of mental health presentations and to develop understanding of and skills in working with young people presenting with neurodiversity.
We are a MDT comprising a range of different professions. This includes psychiatry, psychology, psychotherapy, social work, mental health nursing, family therapy and occupational therapy. The psychology team is comprised of Clinical Psychologists and Assistant Psychologists, alongside providing placements to trainee Clinical Psychologists and trainee Cognitive Behaviour Therapists. We are also supported by an admin team, who are well-embedded within the wider team.
Main duties of the job
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to really get involved in the Psychology provision offered within the Oxford North Locality. On a day-to-day basis, this will include:
Offering assessments.
Offering consultation to both CAMHS clinicians (within and external to our team) and Multiagency services (e.g. social care and schools) providing opportunities to engage with other professionals to share and disseminate psychological knowledge/understanding.
Delivering psychological interventions using a range of models through 1:1 sessions, group programmes and joint parent and young person work. There are opportunities for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Third Wave CBT, DNA-V (adolescent model for Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) and Compassion Focused Therapy in line with the existing evidence bases.
Delivering clinical supervision and supporting Psychology Trainees (both CBT trainees and trainee Clinical Psychologists).
Involvement within various group interventions (including a CBT for OCD group, trauma-focused groups (including parent groups) and a DNA-V group).
To support the duty provision, by undertaking the role of duty on a rota basis as shared out within the team.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:
"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are:
"Caring, safe and excellent" At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: Excellent opportunities for career progression Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Competitive pension scheme Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Job description Job responsibilities We have a reputation for being creative, innovative, forward thinking, dynamic and research led. We have a strong ethos of collaboration, shared reflection and team working, with various opportunities to learn from one another and support ongoing professional development. The wellbeing of our Administrative and Clinical staff is top of our agenda; we have an active Wellbeing Team and regular opportunities for staff support. This includes reflective care space sessions for staff, supervision groups and monthly opportunities to socialise outside of work hours. The CAMHS Getting More Help Psychology team have a strong culture of working integratively. This includes CBT, 3rd wave approaches (inc. DBT-informed practice, ACT and CFT), and systemic practice. We believe understanding the context of the young person is fundamental to our work, and so will often need to work in ways that are theoretically very integrative to meet the needs of our heterogeneous population. Clinicians are encouraged to develop skills in a range of therapeutic approaches and to work autonomously to accommodate their interests in keeping with the needs of the client and the NICE guidelines. You will be offered supervision in specific therapy modalities and there are opportunities to develop clinical practice in systemic work if interested. We have family therapy clinics with reflective team practice (with a team behind the screen) and would welcome and offer opportunities for consultation and development of staff systemic practice. As a service we are actively involved in developing our current service provision. This includes establishing a more trauma-informed offer for our young people and families and developing a package of responsive interventions. This is focused on ensuring access to support in a timely manner following referral. Linked to this development, there is the opportunity to get involved in service evaluation and research projects, if this is of interest. Our Trust and the Oxford DClinPsy training course are keen to support psychologists in obtaining their BABCP accreditation if this is something they would like to work towards. Supervision and training opportunities are available in order to support this. Training and development are a priority, and we support clinicians who want to challenge themselves and develop their knowledge and skill base. As a Trust we would like to support training in DNV-A and CBT Trauma Focused Therapy and there are opportunities for further development in modalities such as supervision skills and EMDR. Staff in the wider CAMHS teams are interested and proficient in a wide range of therapies and there is a good culture of skill sharing. All development opportunities will be considered through the PDR/Appraisal framework. Person Specification Knowledge Requirements Essential Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies with clients with severe and complex mental health problems Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology and psychotherapy. Desirable Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health Qualifications - Academic/Skills/Professional Essential Registration/Due to apply for registration with HCPC (or equivalent) Desirable Pre-qualification training and qualifications or experience in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology Masters/Diploma in CBT with a core qualification in a field of mental health, including psychiatric nursing, social work or occupational therapy. Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills Essential Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration. Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS. Skills in providing consultation to other professional and nonprofessional groups. Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the relevant professional body. Good organisational and time management skills, ability to plan and prioritise own workload. Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multi-media materials suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings. Desirable Willingness to work towards accreditation with accrediting body such as BABCP, SfDBT or ACAT. Experience Essential Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, day services and inpatient settings Desirable Experience of working within a multicultural framework. Experience of running/corunning groups. Contractual Requirements or other requirements Essential Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Ability to travel between sites and to regional meetings. 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. Employer details Employer name Oxford Health NHS Trust Address Orchard Health Centre, Banbury Cope Road Banbury OX16 2EZ Employer's website
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"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are:
"Caring, safe and excellent" At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: Excellent opportunities for career progression Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Competitive pension scheme Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Job description Job responsibilities We have a reputation for being creative, innovative, forward thinking, dynamic and research led. We have a strong ethos of collaboration, shared reflection and team working, with various opportunities to learn from one another and support ongoing professional development. The wellbeing of our Administrative and Clinical staff is top of our agenda; we have an active Wellbeing Team and regular opportunities for staff support. This includes reflective care space sessions for staff, supervision groups and monthly opportunities to socialise outside of work hours. The CAMHS Getting More Help Psychology team have a strong culture of working integratively. This includes CBT, 3rd wave approaches (inc. DBT-informed practice, ACT and CFT), and systemic practice. We believe understanding the context of the young person is fundamental to our work, and so will often need to work in ways that are theoretically very integrative to meet the needs of our heterogeneous population. Clinicians are encouraged to develop skills in a range of therapeutic approaches and to work autonomously to accommodate their interests in keeping with the needs of the client and the NICE guidelines. You will be offered supervision in specific therapy modalities and there are opportunities to develop clinical practice in systemic work if interested. We have family therapy clinics with reflective team practice (with a team behind the screen) and would welcome and offer opportunities for consultation and development of staff systemic practice. As a service we are actively involved in developing our current service provision. This includes establishing a more trauma-informed offer for our young people and families and developing a package of responsive interventions. This is focused on ensuring access to support in a timely manner following referral. Linked to this development, there is the opportunity to get involved in service evaluation and research projects, if this is of interest. Our Trust and the Oxford DClinPsy training course are keen to support psychologists in obtaining their BABCP accreditation if this is something they would like to work towards. Supervision and training opportunities are available in order to support this. Training and development are a priority, and we support clinicians who want to challenge themselves and develop their knowledge and skill base. As a Trust we would like to support training in DNV-A and CBT Trauma Focused Therapy and there are opportunities for further development in modalities such as supervision skills and EMDR. Staff in the wider CAMHS teams are interested and proficient in a wide range of therapies and there is a good culture of skill sharing. All development opportunities will be considered through the PDR/Appraisal framework. Person Specification Knowledge Requirements Essential Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies with clients with severe and complex mental health problems Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology and psychotherapy. Desirable Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health Qualifications - Academic/Skills/Professional Essential Registration/Due to apply for registration with HCPC (or equivalent) Desirable Pre-qualification training and qualifications or experience in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology Masters/Diploma in CBT with a core qualification in a field of mental health, including psychiatric nursing, social work or occupational therapy. Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills Essential Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration. Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS. Skills in providing consultation to other professional and nonprofessional groups. Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the relevant professional body. Good organisational and time management skills, ability to plan and prioritise own workload. Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multi-media materials suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings. Desirable Willingness to work towards accreditation with accrediting body such as BABCP, SfDBT or ACAT. Experience Essential Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, day services and inpatient settings Desirable Experience of working within a multicultural framework. Experience of running/corunning groups. Contractual Requirements or other requirements Essential Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Ability to travel between sites and to regional meetings. 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. Employer details Employer name Oxford Health NHS Trust Address Orchard Health Centre, Banbury Cope Road Banbury OX16 2EZ Employer's website
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