Clinical/Counselling Psychologist / DBT Psychological Therapist

at  Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Interview will be held on 10th July 2024
Are you a dedicated psychologist or psychological therapist, or do you possess a core profession in mental health, in nursing, occupational therapy, or social work? We have an incredible role waiting for you and it’s more than just a job; it’s an opportunity transform the lives of adults in Berkshire who are grappling with the challenges of Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD), plus a chance for you to grow, learn and let your skills and expertise shine.
Step into a world of compassionate care and innovation as part of our IMPACTT team. You’ll be at the forefront of providing Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) as part of an already established programme delivering DBT across Berkshire.
For Psychologists and Psychotherapists, this role offers the perfect avenue to polish your expertise and expand your horizons. Meanwhile, if you have a core profession, we offer a preceptorship role (Band 6) where you can embark on a journey towards Band 7 through completion of DBT training. Our Clinical Lead for DBT is an accredited DBT therapist and an accredited DBT supervisor, and over half the team are either accredited DBT therapist or enrolled on the DBT Diploma. Staff wellbeing is paramount, and we deliver DBT on a foundation of compassion.
You will be based either at Erlegh house, University of Reading, or Athena Centre in Slough and will need to travel to other locations across the Trust as per service demands.
You will deliver all components of standard Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), managing individual therapy sessions, skills groups, providing valuable telephone coaching, and actively participating in weekly Consult sessions.
You will direct specialised psychological assessments, employing your expertise to facilitate these assessments effectively.
Assessment and continuous monitoring of risks will be a crucial part of your role. Collaborating closely with colleagues, you’ll implement strategies to manage risks effectively and ensure the safety and appropriateness of interventions.
Engaging in regular supervision sessions will be integral to your professional growth and success in this role.
Your active participation in IMPACTT meetings will contribute significantly to the collective efforts and collaborative approach within the team.
Building strong connections and collaborating closely with key professionals will be pivotal in ensuring seamless and effective support for individuals under our care.
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.
We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer. We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you’ll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.

FOR BAND 6 APPLICANTS:

Qualification in one of the following at graduate level: mental health nursing, social work, occupational therap
Registered and accredited with Nursing and Midwifery Council or Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or equivalent as relevant to graduate qualification
Demonstrable experience of working in mental health services and experience of and interest in working with service users with personality disorders.
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. For further application tips – see the help with your application document attached once you click apply.
If you’re someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, you belong at Berkshire Healthcare!
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don’t hesitate to call: Joanne Storr on : 0300 3658000 or email: Joanne.Storr@berkshire.nhs.uk who’ll be delighted to help.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required