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Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching

AI generated summary

  • You should be dynamic and enthusiastic, with the necessary counselling skills and experience. We welcome diverse backgrounds and lived experience, supporting flexible working for a healthy work-life balance.
  • You will provide 1:1 and group therapy, collaborate with a team of professionals, champion specialist areas, and enhance patient care through integrative approaches and flexible working options.

Requirements

  • We are looking for a dynamic, hardworking and enthusiastic individual with the appropriate training, skills and experience to offer counselling.
  • LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce.
  • We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.
  • Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups.
  • We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.
  • LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

  • Come and join our Pendle & Ribble Valley NHS Talking Therapies Team!
  • We are the local NHS Talking Therapies service offering 1:1 therapy as well as group work and online therapy.
  • We are looking for a dynamic, hardworking and enthusiastic individual with the appropriate training, skills and experience to offer counselling. If you think this is you, do please apply!
  • Our team at Pendle & Ribble Valley NHS Talking Therapies consist of a close team of PWPs, Counsellors and CBT therapists who work collaboratively to deliver the best service and outcomes for clients. We pride ourselves on the work we do.
  • We are driven to work in integrative ways and have strong links with specialist services, enhancing patient care as we strive to ensure that clients receive the right treatment for their need. We also champion specialist areas, for which we are given protected time in order to develop our knowledge base and build stronger partnerships.
  • LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.
  • Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you’d like to discuss your application, please ask.
  • We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.
  • LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

FAQs

What type of therapy services does the Pendle & Ribble Valley NHS Talking Therapies Team offer?

We offer 1:1 therapy, group work, and online therapy services.

What qualities are you looking for in potential candidates?

We are looking for dynamic, hardworking, and enthusiastic individuals with the appropriate training, skills, and experience to offer counselling.

How does the team at Pendle & Ribble Valley NHS Talking Therapies work together?

Our team consists of PWPs, Counsellors, and CBT therapists who work collaboratively to deliver the best service and outcomes for clients.

What values does LSCFT promote regarding diversity and inclusion?

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognizing that varied backgrounds create a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all individuals.

Are there opportunities for individuals with lived experience to apply?

Yes, we welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as their insights bring authenticity to our services.

Can I discuss my application with someone before applying?

Yes, you can discuss your application with our Team Leader, Sharon Edwards, who is available at sharon.l.edwards@lscft.nhs.uk or by telephone at 01282 657927.

What types of flexible working arrangements do you support?

We support various flexible working patterns, such as term time, part time, compressed hours, and flexi-time.

How does LSCFT ensure the best patient care?

We work in integrative ways and have strong links with specialist services to enhance patient care and ensure clients receive the right treatment for their needs.

Is there a specific focus on specialist areas within the team?

Yes, team members champion specialist areas and are given protected time to develop their knowledge base and build stronger partnerships.

What is the team's commitment to the communities it serves?

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, and we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups.

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Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Supporting Health and Wellbeing

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2002
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, learning disability, and substance misuse services across Lancashire and South Cumbria. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to improve mental and emotional well-being. Their purpose is to support individuals in their recovery and promote mental health through integrated, compassionate care and community engagement.