Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct specialist CBT assessments for individuals with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, and OSFED.
- Deliver evidence-based CBT interventions, including CBT-E (Enhanced CBT for Eating Disorders).
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including psychologists, psychiatrists, dietitians, and social workers.
- Develop individualised treatment plans tailored to the needs of service users.
- Monitor and evaluate treatment progress, adjusting interventions as necessary.
- Provide psychoeducation and support to service users, families, and carers.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and adhere to confidentiality and safeguarding protocols.
- Contribute to service development, training, and supervision of junior staff or trainees.
- Liaise with external agencies, including GPs, community mental health teams, and inpatient services.
Essential Requirements:
- Accredited with BABCP (or working towards accreditation).
- Postgraduate qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or equivalent.
- Experience working with individuals with eating disorders in a clinical setting.
- Strong understanding of CBT-E and NICE guidelines for eating disorders.
- Excellent risk assessment and safeguarding knowledge.
- Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with service users and families.