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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
The shift pattern is Normal working hours Mon-Fri 9-5
This is an excellent opportunity to work as a clinical trainee in psychodynamic psychotherapy, based within the Lansdowne Psychotherapy department. This is a development role that offers the post holder opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills in psychotherapy. A keen interest in group treatments and the wish to develop in this area would be seen as especially useful. The initial 2-3 years will be focused on learning and development and, on completion of relevant academic work and competency, the post holder could be eligible to apply for a band 7 post in psychotherapy. There is a commitment to undertake training to postgraduate diploma level (or equivalent) or beyond and this will be supported with appropriate continued professional development (CPD).Under supervision the post-holder will be expected to develop skills to undertake Specialised psychotherapy assessments and treatment interventions in the psychodynamic and Mentalization-based models. They will work individually and in groups with adults experiencing complex difficulties including co-morbid psychiatric disorders, trauma and personality disorders. They will be expected to maintain and develop links between the Psychotherapy Service and the wider mental health system, The postholder will work with an allocated case load participating in clinical supervision as appropriate to the models of intervention being offered.
Informal Contact: Dr Katy Lewis, e-mail address: katy.lewis@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
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