DBT Lead Therapist

DBT Lead Therapist

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Priory Hospital Bristol

Compensation: £26,780 / year




Description
Priory Hospital Bristol are looking for a Lead DBT Therapist to join the team on a part time basis working 18.75 hours per week. The salary is £26780 per annum depending on experience.

Priory Hospital Bristol is one of the UK's leading centres for the treatment of individuals, families and couples facing a wide range of psychiatric conditions.

We offer fast access to treatment for a number of mental health concerns and addictions.

Bristol is an ideal place for treating people with complex disorders, including people who may not have responded to previous treatment. We can guarantee that our comprehensive treatment programmes are guided by current evidence-based research.




What you'll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients' wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As Lead DBT Therapist, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• Supported by a compassionate team of psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, nurses, and mental health professionals committed to your well-being.
• Personalised approach using proven therapies to help you build confidence and a healthier, more fulfilling future.
• Work schedule is 3-4 days per week.
• This is a face-to-face role requiring in-person attendance.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.




What you'll bring to the role
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in delivering a specialist therapeutic service for individuals requiring Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) interventions. This role carries significant leadership responsibilities, including contributing to the continued development and expansion of the DBT service at Priory Hospital Bristol. The post holder will promote program fidelity and ensure team adherence by providing guidance and support across all modes of treatment. They will also monitor client outcomes, collaborate closely with primary therapists, and drive ongoing service improvement.

Desirable qualifications include a Postgraduate Diploma in DBT (British Isles DBT Training) or, at minimum, completion of intensive DBT training through the British Isles DBT.




What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.