Specialist MBT Therapist, (Psychologist /Psychological Therapist)

MBT in City and Hackney is a team based approach. We would like to hear from candidates who value working as part of a reflective, in-person team. Service Users are discussed regularly and the team collaborates closely around care planning, treatment and management. We would welcome applications from people who are reflective and can consider the therapeutic relationship and the impact the work has on them. City and Hackney is one of the most diverse boroughs in London. We are looking for people who can work effectively and sensitively with patients from a range of backgrounds to assist them in making meaningful changes to their lives. The role will require the post holder to: Undertake specialist psychological assessment and formulation of patients referred to the Mentalisation Based Therapy Service and provide specialist reports to referrers and patients Formulate and implement appropriate treatment plans and provide specialist Mentalisation-Based therapy to patients under the care of the service Offer clinical supervision to colleagues as well as consultation to professionals and agencies, in particular case consultation, psychological formulation to inpatient services Liaise with other professionals to contribute to the establishment of continuity of care across services Work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures. To take a lead role in the team for the provision of offering a treatment approach for patients with complex needs; offering specialist assessment, intervention and treatment. Assist in participating, collating and developing on-going research within the specialist service. Job description Job responsibilities MBT in City and Hackney is a team based approach. We would like to hear from candidates who value working as part of a reflective, in-person team. Service Users are discussed regularly and the team collaborates closely around care planning, treatment and management. We would welcome applications from people who are reflective and can consider the therapeutic relationship and the impact the work has on them. City and Hackney is one of the most diverse boroughs in London. We are looking for people who can work effectively and sensitively with patients from a range of backgrounds to assist them in making meaningful changes to their lives. The role will require the post holder to: Undertake specialist psychological assessment and formulation of patients referred to the Mentalisation Based Therapy Service and provide specialist reports to referrers and patients Formulate and implement appropriate treatment plans and provide specialist Mentalisation-Based therapy to patients under the care of the service Offer clinical supervision to colleagues as well as consultation to professionals and agencies, in particular case consultation, psychological formulation to inpatient services Liaise with other professionals to contribute to the establishment of continuity of care across services Work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures. To take a lead role in the team for the provision of offering a treatment approach for patients with complex needs; offering specialist assessment, intervention and treatment. Assist in participating, collating and developing on-going research within the specialist service.