DBT Therapist- Part Time

DBT Therapist- Part Time

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Priory Hospital Chelmsford

Compensation: £14,800 / year



Description
Priory Hospital Chelmsford
Part-Time | 15 hours per week | Site based
£14,800 Salary, FTE salary £37,000Priory Hospital Chelmsford is located just outside Chelmsford town centre. We are 6 to 7-minute drive from the town centre or a 25-minute walk.



What you'll be doing

• Deliver high-quality DBT-informed therapy in individual and group settings.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, formulations, and treatment planning.
• Facilitate DBT skills groups, including mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
• Monitor patient progress and adapt interventions to support recovery goals.
• Assess and manage clinical risk, including self-harm, suicide risk, and safeguarding concerns.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and outcome measures in line with professional standards.
• Contribute to service development and the continuous improvement of DBT programmes.
• Provide psychoeducation and support to patients, families, and carers where appropriate.
• Participate in clinical supervision, training, and ongoing professional development.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.



What you'll bring to the role
Essential

• Hold professional registration with HCPC / UKCP / BABCP / BACP

Desirable

Accreditation:
Accreditation with a relevant professional body is required. In certain circumstances, we may consider applicants who are working towards accreditation , provided this can be completed within 12 months of appointment.





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.