Dialectical Behaviour Therapist (DBT) / Practitioner

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Hywel Dda University Health Board Dialectical Behaviour Therapist (DBT) / Practitioner

The closing date is 18 November 2026

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Job summary

We are seeking a part-time enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Therapist to join our established specialist DBT Service. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering evidence-based interventions to individuals experiencing significant emotional dysregulation, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and complex mental health difficulties.

The post holder will provide individual therapy, facilitate DBT skills training groups, participate in consultation team meetings, undertake risk assessment and management, and contribute to the ongoing development of the service. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician with an interest in personality disorder and complex emotional needs to further develop specialist DBT skills within a supportive and experienced team.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will deliver comprehensive DBT-informed assessments and provide individual therapy in line with established DBT principles and protocols. They will co-facilitate DBT skills training groups and contribute to a range of therapeutic interventions, while actively participating in weekly DBT consultation team meetings to maintain treatment fidelity and support clinical decision-making. The role includes undertaking detailed risk assessments and developing effective risk management plans for individuals presenting with self-harm, suicidal behaviours, and complex emotional needs. The successful candidate will maintain accurate and timely clinical records, work collaboratively with service users, carers, and partner agencies to support recovery-focused care planning, and contribute to service evaluation, audit, and quality improvement initiatives. They will also offer specialist consultation and advice to colleagues and wider mental health services and engage in ongoing professional development, supervision, and mandatory training. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 99 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Details

Date posted

04 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£40,559 to £48,841 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

100-NMR327-1126

Job locations

Bro Myrddin Wellbeing Hwb

Carmarthen

SA31 3HF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

Interviews will be held on 30/11/2026

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

Interviews will be held on 30/11/2026

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Qualification (Mental Health Nurse/Social Worker/Occupational Therapist) Registered Psychologist
• Up to date Professional Registration (NMC/ Social Care Council Wales / HCPC)

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD
• Post Registration Study to master's level in a relevant field or equivalent experience
• DBT Therapist qualification (intensively trained or foundation level)
• CBT Certificate / Diploma

Experience

Essential

• Significant post qualification clinical experience relevant to the post to Post Graduate Diploma Level
• Experience of working with children/ young people or adults with serious mental health problems
• Experience of working with children/adults with dysregulated / high risk behaviours
• Understanding of Clinical Governance

Desirable

• Experience of working in a DBT service
• Experience of facilitating DBT skills training group intervention or other manualized CBT groups
• Supervision of junior staff or students
• Managing a small group of staff
• Experience of training staff
• Experience of working independently and setting own priorities

Language Skills

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Qualification (Mental Health Nurse/Social Worker/Occupational Therapist) Registered Psychologist
• Up to date Professional Registration (NMC/ Social Care Council Wales / HCPC)

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD
• Post Registration Study to master's level in a relevant field or equivalent experience
• DBT Therapist qualification (intensively trained or foundation level)
• CBT Certificate / Diploma

Experience

Essential

• Significant post qualification clinical experience relevant to the post to Post Graduate Diploma Level
• Experience of working with children/ young people or adults with serious mental health problems
• Experience of working with children/adults with dysregulated / high risk behaviours
• Understanding of Clinical Governance

Desirable

• Experience of working in a DBT service
• Experience of facilitating DBT skills training group intervention or other manualized CBT groups
• Supervision of junior staff or students
• Managing a small group of staff
• Experience of training staff
• Experience of working independently and setting own priorities

Language Skills

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Bro Myrddin Wellbeing Hwb

Carmarthen

SA31 3HF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Bro Myrddin Wellbeing Hwb

Carmarthen

SA31 3HF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

DBT Team Lead

Anna Thomas

[email protected]

Details

Date posted

04 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£40,559 to £48,841 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

100-NMR327-1126

Job locations

Bro Myrddin Wellbeing Hwb

Carmarthen

SA31 3HF

United Kingdom

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