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2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Job OverviewThe postholder will be a key senior member of UHDB'S Occupational Health team responsible for the in-house specialist psychotherapy service in order to improve the psychological health and wellbeing of the workforce. The postholder will be required to provide clinical supervision to registered and pre-registered counsellors and psychological therapists where appropriate. The postholder is required to work autonomously within national professional guidelines, the professional code of ethics, the policies and procedures of the Occupational Health (OH) Staff Support Service, and the relevant policies of the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton Trust (UHDB) Job OverviewThe postholder will be a key senior member of UHDB'S Occupational Health team responsible for the in-house specialist psychotherapy service in order to improve the psychological health and wellbeing of the workforce. The postholder will be required to provide clinical supervision to registered and pre-registered counsellors and psychological therapists where appropriate. The postholder is required to work autonomously within national professional guidelines, the professional code of ethics, the policies and procedures of the Occupational Health (OH) Staff Support Service, and the relevant policies of the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton Trust (UHDB)As Required, The Postholder Will Be Expected ToProvide psychological therapies to NHS staff and maintain a caseload. Undertake psychological therapy assessments including risk assessments and provide an appropriate intervention including referring on to more appropriate services. Maintain client records appropriately and collect anonymised data for organisational feedback. Contribute to the development and delivery of high-quality Occupational Health services to all client groupsMain duties of the jobWe are seeking an experienced and compassionate psychological therapist to deliver high-quality therapeutic services and clinical supervision within our Occupational Health team. The role involves providing evidence-based psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention to employees, supporting both individual mental health and organisational wellbeing. You’ll supervise other clinicians, manage complex cases, assess and manage risk, and contribute to multidisciplinary collaboration across HR and Occupational Health. The successful candidate will uphold clinical governance standards, maintain detailed records, and actively contribute to service development, all while promoting a supportive and ethical therapeutic environment.Closing Date of Applications: 06 August 2025Interview date:20 August 2025Working for our organisationAs a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care TogetherOur fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.In Return We Will OfferDevelopment opportunities, both professional and leadership development On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemesKey FactsWe see on average 4810 OP appointments a day. We are the 4 th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England – an average of 2077 per week. An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day – 3rd largest in the country. Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily. Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres. We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres. We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day. UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.Detailed Job Description And Main ResponsibilitiesPlease see attached Job description and Person Specification. 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You will need to register if you do not already have an account.Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS EmployersPerson specificationQualificationsEssential criteriaPostgraduate qualification in integrative psychological therapy/counselling (diploma/masters) Registered membership with BACP (or equivalent UKCP, HCPC)Desirable criteriaTraining in specialised areas (e.g. trauma, CfD, group work) Supervision/Teaching/Mediation qualifications Leadership or Communication trainingKnowledgeEssential CriteriaKnowledge of psychological therapy assessment, intervention and management Familiarity with a range of therapeutic models (CBT, CFT, DBT, person centred, attachment) Understanding of confidentiality, risk assessment, safeguarding. Knowledge of organisational/systemic dynamic in therpayDesirable criteriaAwareness of NHS structures and challengesExperienceEssential criteriaSenior level experience in counselling/psychotherapy settings Experience in workplace-based psychological therapy Supervisory experience (student or staff) Experience across diverse client groups and life stages Experience with complex mental health needs and MDT collaborationsDesirable criteriaexperience with managing change or project workSkillsEssential criteriaExperience preparing reports, letters, records Able to work independently /autonomously Prioritisation, time management and caseload organisation Able to maintain therapeutic boundaries Strong IT skills and analytical/reporting skillsDesirable criteriaExperience chairing meetings or facilitating groupsOtherEssential criteriaTravel across trust sites Professional liability insurance and external supervisionDesirable criteriaInvolvement in research/audit or development of servicesSeniority levelSeniority level Mid-Senior level Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Midlands and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Psychotherapist” roles.NRC Clinical Psychologist in RehabilitationSutton Bonington, England, United Kingdom 18 hours ago Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical, Forensic or Counselling)Nottingham, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Senior Clinical Psychologist- Child Development/EpilepsyPalterton, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago NRC Clinical Psychologist in RehabilitationLoughborough, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago Clinical Psychologist in Adult and Paediatric BurnsNottingham, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Band 8a (or 7/8a) Clinical/Counselling Psychologist - Living WellChesterfield, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago Staffordshire, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Clinical Psychologist in Adult and Paediatric BurnsNottingham, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago CBT Therapist (Adult & CYP) - Independent Practitioner NetworkNottingham, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago Senior Clinical Psychologist- Child Development/EpilepsyChesterfield, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Principal Clinical Psychologist- General PaediatricsNottingham, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Ilkeston, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Community Psychiatric Nurse / Occupational TherapistNottingham, England, United Kingdom 18 hours ago Tamworth, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Step 3 Team Lead (Locality Lead), Counsellor or HIT CBT TherapistPrincipal Clinical Psychologist- General PaediatricsNottingham, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Senior Occupational Therapist - Crisis TeamDerby, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Derby, England, United Kingdom 3 months ago South Normanton, England, United Kingdom 5 months ago Long Eaton, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Matlock Bath, England, United Kingdom 5 months ago Matlock Bath, England, United Kingdom 5 months ago Shirley, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago Burton Upon Trent, England, United Kingdom 13 hours ago Hoar Cross, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago Leicester, England, United Kingdom 19 hours ago Nottingham, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Band 6 Vocational Occupational TherapistShepshed, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Clinical Specialist Occupational TherapistStapleford, England, United Kingdom 18 hours ago Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist -Specialist Autism TeamLeicester, England, United Kingdom 13 hours ago Occupational Therapist Project Work - DerbyAdvanced Specialist Speech and Language Therapist Cleft Palate & VPDNottingham, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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