Job responsibilities
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £43,742 to £50.056 per annum (NHS AfC Band 7)
Location: Ribban Court, 20 Dallam Lane, Warrington. WA2 7NG.
Please note, if you are currently undertaking the Trainee High Intensity Course, you must be able to provide proof, from your academic institution, of successful completion of assessments to date prior to commencing in post.
We offer an 8:00am to 8:00pm service Monday through to Thursday, and 8:00am to 5:00pm on a Friday. This can allow for flexible working patterns, such as condensed hours which can be agreed with your Line Manager. There will be an expectation to work one evening a week.
About us
Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health and social care services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Plymouth, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support.
Everything about MHM is people focused, our people are central to delivering the highest quality of service and care to our clients and service users.
About the role
We are looking for Qualified High Intensity Therapists to join our NHS Talking Therapies service in Warrington. The main duties of the job will include carrying out assessments with clients presenting with common mental health difficulties. High quality supervision and continuous professional development opportunities are provided.
Please refer to the attached job description for full job details.
About you
You should have a real interest in helping people with anxiety and depression to achieve a level of recovery which will improve their overall wellbeing and day to day life and will have a good understanding of how these difficulties present in primary care. You will be able to deliver a range of NICE evidence-based therapies in one to one or group settings. The successful candidate must be motivated with the ability to organise and prioritise their own workload.
Please refer to the attached job description for full details on person specification for this role.
What we offer
You will go through our comprehensive, in-person training program in your first week of employment which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role, as well as offering a great opportunity to get to know your new colleagues.
In addition, you will receive:
* A minimum of 25 days annual leave per annum, plus statutory holidays, rising with length of service
* A 5% contributory pension scheme, with the opportunity to increase contributions.
* A holistic approach to your health and wellbeing, including Employee assistance programme and personalised wellbeing action plans.
* Enhanced family friendly policies, pay and leave.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Discounted gym membership.
* Healthcare cash plan.
* A discount platform covering online, high street and supermarket purchases.
* You will receive a tailored induction and probation review program which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role
* Our structured career development pathways and support from our accredited Learning Team will provide you with advice and guidance on how to access development to allow you to flourish in your chosen career
Closing Date: 14th April 2024
Anticipated Interview Date: 26th and 29th April 2024
The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.
Please note that due to the sensitive nature of the duties, an enhanced DBS will be sought in event of a successful application.
All disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential short-listing criteria are guaranteed an interview.
MHM is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
