Job summary
Are you a qualified, or nearly qualified PWP?
Are you looking for a supportive team, in
which to learn and develop as a practitioner?
As a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner within our NHS Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale Talking Therapies service, you'll assess and support adults who are experiencing common mental health difficulties such as mild to moderate symptoms of depression, anxiety and low mood. You'll typically work with clients on a one-to-one basis, in groups or/and provide support for an eTherapy programme.
You will work alongside other PWPs, e-Therapists, & Counsellors within
a stepped care model to provide a range of NICE approved low intensity
interventions for common mental health problems. Treatment will be delivered through a range of modalities including
face-to-face work, telephone therapy, eTherapy and facilitating structured
groups. This role is hybrid, with a mixture of home working,
office based work and work in the community.
Successful
candidates will be skilled in delivering low intensity therapy, with the
ability to organise and prioritise their own workload, and will have
successfully completed an approved IAPT PWP Post Graduate Certificate (or be
near to qualification with all elements of the course succesfully passed/on
track to qualify on time) and must be BABCP or BPS registered.
Main duties of the job
Responsibilities are to provide disorder specific assessments and evidence-based
low intensity interventions for people with anxiety disorders and/or depression. Offer
a wide range of treatments, including telephone and online treatment.
You will:
- Manage a case load of clients.
- Provide assessment and Low intensity interventions to clients drawing from
CBT theories and techniques. This work may be face to face, telephone,
group, or via other media.
- Deliver a range of evidence based one-to-one or group interventions.
- Support events within the community.
- Promote the service, and where necessary to generate referrals.
The closing date for applications is Monday, 25 November 2024. Applications received after this time will not be considered and CVs will not be accepted.
This post is exempt from
the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and will be subject to enhanced DBS
checks.
About us
Big Life is in the business of changing lives. We fight inequality by working with people and places to create opportunities and inspire change. Whatever service we deliver to help people to change their lives, we do things the Big Life Way.
If you're ready to make a difference to peoples lives and improve metal health, and possess the necessary skills, then click apply and complete the short application process.
Big Life strives to be diverse and inclusive- a place where we can all be ourselves. We strongly encourage applicants from all parts of society. You can read on our careers site about the actions we are taking ourselves to fight inequality and inspire change.
The Big Life Group can provide excellent
opportunities for ongoing personal and professional development through regular
supervision and training opportunities. We actively value the lived experiences and expertise of our staff, volunteers and the people who use our service and see the extra value that they bring to our organisation.
The
Big Life group positively promotes diversity in the workforce.
The Big Life group is committed to
safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To use a range of evidence-based tools and techniques for assessments,
goals and motivating clients.
2. To manage a varied caseload of clients.
3. To work with groups of clients to help them achieve their goals.
4. To collate and analyse performance data as necessary.
5. To refer and liaise with other service providers by working in a work in a place based way. You will achieve this through developing effective relationships with
a range of internal and external services and agencies.
6. To promote the service to communities and agencies as appropriate.
7. To keep accurate and up to date client records and regularly monitor outcomes
and progress.
8. To ensure quality standards are adhered to and met and that audits are
passed.
9. To ensure all statutory responsibilities are followed and reported as required.
10. Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to SHS and any
relevant regulation (e.g. BABCP Code of Ethics) and keep up to date on new
recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health (e.g. NHS plan,
National Service Framework, National Institute for Clinical Excellence).
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To use a range of evidence-based tools and techniques for assessments,
goals and motivating clients.
2. To manage a varied caseload of clients.
3. To work with groups of clients to help them achieve their goals.
4. To collate and analyse performance data as necessary.
5. To refer and liaise with other service providers by working in a work in a place based way. You will achieve this through developing effective relationships with
a range of internal and external services and agencies.
6. To promote the service to communities and agencies as appropriate.
7. To keep accurate and up to date client records and regularly monitor outcomes
and progress.
8. To ensure quality standards are adhered to and met and that audits are
passed.
9. To ensure all statutory responsibilities are followed and reported as required.
10. Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to SHS and any
relevant regulation (e.g. BABCP Code of Ethics) and keep up to date on new
recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health (e.g. NHS plan,
National Service Framework, National Institute for Clinical Excellence).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (or nearing Qualification)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people facing a range of barriers and social issues
- Experience of managing a caseload of clients and keeping up to date records using a database
- Experience of working with individuals (1-2-1) and groups of people in different settings to help them achieve their goals
- Experience of working with a range of agencies and organisations to develop effective working relationships
- Experience in one or more of the following fields: mental health, family support, physical health, smoking cessation, diet and exercise, employment, social inclusion or debt management
- Experience of providing clinical interventions for common mental health problems
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the barriers and issues facing our client group
- Knowledge of the local area your service is based in (community groups, services available as well as local demographics)
Skills
Essential
- Ability to use a database/ability to learn how to use a database
- Ability to assist clients to help them define and achieve their goals and aspirations
- Ability to manage a varied and complex workload effectively
- Ability to work well across a range of different subject areas such as housing, mental health, education and debt management for example
- Ability to work with staff from a range of agencies and organisations to better integrate services for clients
Personal
Essential
- Positive outlook and a can do attitude
- Personal resilience and flexible attitude in the face of difficulties
- Commitment to working towards the Big Life groups ethos and values, including having a non-judgemental approach
- Commitment to personal development and willingness to regularly update skills and experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (or nearing Qualification)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people facing a range of barriers and social issues
- Experience of managing a caseload of clients and keeping up to date records using a database
- Experience of working with individuals (1-2-1) and groups of people in different settings to help them achieve their goals
- Experience of working with a range of agencies and organisations to develop effective working relationships
- Experience in one or more of the following fields: mental health, family support, physical health, smoking cessation, diet and exercise, employment, social inclusion or debt management
- Experience of providing clinical interventions for common mental health problems
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the barriers and issues facing our client group
- Knowledge of the local area your service is based in (community groups, services available as well as local demographics)
Skills
Essential
- Ability to use a database/ability to learn how to use a database
- Ability to assist clients to help them define and achieve their goals and aspirations
- Ability to manage a varied and complex workload effectively
- Ability to work well across a range of different subject areas such as housing, mental health, education and debt management for example
- Ability to work with staff from a range of agencies and organisations to better integrate services for clients
Personal
Essential
- Positive outlook and a can do attitude
- Personal resilience and flexible attitude in the face of difficulties
- Commitment to working towards the Big Life groups ethos and values, including having a non-judgemental approach
- Commitment to personal development and willingness to regularly update skills and experience
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
