Job summary
We have exciting opportunities for dynamic and self-motivated Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) to work within the Coventry, North Warwickshire and South Warwickshire Talking Therapies teams.
PWPs represent a valued part of the Talking Therapies workforce. The role has been developed to help lead the provision of psychological interventions in Primary Care for individuals presenting with common mental health problems.
** The successful candidates must hold the Post Graduate Diploma in Low Intensity Interventions or equivalent **
Main duties of the job
To undertake psychological assessments of individuals aged 16+ who are
referred to or self refer to the service.
To offer and provide low intensity psychological interventions (in line with
NHS Talking Therapies Step 2 approach) to individuals experiencing mild to moderate depression
and anxiety including stress and adjustment to life events. This will
include both individual and group work.
The post holder will work with people with different cultural backgrounds
and ages, using a range of suitable and evidence based interventions.
Where appropriate refer patients to employment advice services to encourage
patients into employment or training.
They will also play a role in the education, training and support in mental
health and psychological issues for primary care professionals and other
relevant agencies.
For more information
on this role please see the attached support information. This will give you a
better overview of the job role and requirements.
About us
Coventry, Warwickshire and Solihull NHS Talking Therapies is a progressive service which encourages professional development, supervision and peer support with an identifiable career pathway for PWPs to develop into more specialised or senior roles. We work closely with members of the local community, service commissioners, GPs, secondary care services and various voluntary sector agencies.
Coventry and Warwickshire Mind has been developing and delivering quality services with, and for, people with mental health issues for over fifty years.
An independent charity governed by a group of local trustees, Coventry and Warwickshire Mind is affiliated with the national Mind network, which is made up of over 105 organisations across England and Wales. Each local Mind is unique, working hard to understand the needs of their community and tailoring their services to match.Coventry and Warwickshire Mind provide services to all ages, including children, young people and adults, supporting in excess of 30,000 people each year.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake psychological assessments of individuals aged 16+ who are referred to the service.
To offer and provide low intensity psychological interventions (in line with Talking Therapies Step 2 approach)to individuals experiencing mild to moderate depression and anxiety including stress and adjustment to life events. This will include both individual and group work.
The post holder will work with people with different cultural backgrounds and ages, using a range of suitable and evidence based interventions.
* Please see the full job description and person specification in the supporting documents section. *
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake psychological assessments of individuals aged 16+ who are referred to the service.
To offer and provide low intensity psychological interventions (in line with Talking Therapies Step 2 approach)to individuals experiencing mild to moderate depression and anxiety including stress and adjustment to life events. This will include both individual and group work.
The post holder will work with people with different cultural backgrounds and ages, using a range of suitable and evidence based interventions.
* Please see the full job description and person specification in the supporting documents section. *
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 1 years' experience working in a Talking Therapies (IAPT) service. This may have been for the training placement.
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- Experience working with people who have experienced a mental health problem using psychological interventions.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a service where agreed targets are in place to demonstrate clinical outcomes
Qualifications
Essential
- PG/UG certificate in Low Intensity Interventions from a BPS accredited PWP training provider
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrates high standards in written communication, including the ability to write clear reports and letters.
- Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of common mental health problems, such as anxiety and depression, and how these may present in primary care.
Desirable
- Understanding of the impact long-term health conditions and employment can have on mental health.
Attitudes
Essential
- High level of enthusiasm and motivation.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Reliable and trustworthy.
- Empathy for individuals who have experienced mental health problems and the ability to cope with behaviour that may be challenging at times.
General
Essential
- Flexibility and capacity to embrace change.
- Be willing to undertake a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) enhanced clearance.
- Be willing to work flexible hours to meet the demands of the service.
- Be willing to travel between various sites.
Desirable
- Full driving licence with access to vehicle that can be used for work purposes.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 1 years' experience working in a Talking Therapies (IAPT) service. This may have been for the training placement.
-
- Experience working with people who have experienced a mental health problem using psychological interventions.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a service where agreed targets are in place to demonstrate clinical outcomes
Qualifications
Essential
- PG/UG certificate in Low Intensity Interventions from a BPS accredited PWP training provider
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrates high standards in written communication, including the ability to write clear reports and letters.
- Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of common mental health problems, such as anxiety and depression, and how these may present in primary care.
Desirable
- Understanding of the impact long-term health conditions and employment can have on mental health.
Attitudes
Essential
- High level of enthusiasm and motivation.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Reliable and trustworthy.
- Empathy for individuals who have experienced mental health problems and the ability to cope with behaviour that may be challenging at times.
General
Essential
- Flexibility and capacity to embrace change.
- Be willing to undertake a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) enhanced clearance.
- Be willing to work flexible hours to meet the demands of the service.
- Be willing to travel between various sites.
Desirable
- Full driving licence with access to vehicle that can be used for work purposes.
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).
