Practitioner Psychologist 18-25s Psychology Service, North East EssexNHS

Job summary

The 18-25 Psychology Service (North East Essex) is looking to welcome a registered therapist (e.g. CBT, DBT Therapist) or Clinical/Counselling/Practitioner Psychologist for afull-time maternity cover for 7 months or part-time 12 months post (secondment or fixed term).

You would be joining a psychology team of CAP, psychologists and psychological therapists supporting young adults experiencing difficulties related to complex trauma, emotional dysregulation, and a wide range of other mental health challenges.

Our service was established to bridge the gap between primary and secondary care and to reduce barriers that young people often face in accessing psychological therapy. We value a person-centred approach, co-production with young people, and continuously improving the experience of care.

In this role, you will offer psychological assessments and individual therapy to young adults. We will also be offering a DBT-informed group, and hold a bi-monthly young people's forum to shape and contribute to our service. We draw on a wide range of therapeutic approaches to meet the needs of our clients.

We are looking for someone with experience in supporting individuals with complex presentations, and who is enthusiastic about contributing to the continued development of the care pathway for young adults across North East Essex.

Main duties of the job

• Provide specialist psychological assessment for young adults aged 18-25 presenting with complex mental health needs, including trauma-related difficulties and emotional dysregulation.
• Deliver evidence-based individual psychological therapy, including trauma-focused interventions, and flexibly adapting therapeutic approaches to meet diverse needs (e.g., neurodiversity, complex presentations).
• Co-facilitate group intervention, including DBT-informed group or other therapeutic group developed within the service.
• Offer consultation and psychological advice to services seeking input, guidance or referrals into the 18-25 Psychology Service.
• Contribute to team meetings and provide support to colleagues, contributing to reflective practice, case discussions, and service development.
• Maintain high-quality documentation, risk management and safeguarding practices to ensure safe and person-centred care.

Job description

For details of the main responsibilities please see the job description attached. You can also find a copy of the person specification with details of the qualifications and experience we are looking for.

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early due to an anticipated high number of applications, please ensure that your applications are submitted as soon as possible.

About us

To learn more about working within our Services at EPUT, please view our recruitment videos, where members of the team share their experiences and insights into their roles and what it is like working within our Psychological Services, here at EPUT.

Please view our video link here: Psychological Services

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.