Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

Job description

Job responsibilities

Hours of work: 37.5 hours Salary: £28,407- £34, 581 per annum (NHS AfC Band 5) Base: 2-3 Tipping Street, Stafford, ST16 2LL About us Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 35 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health and social care services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Plymouth, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support. Everything about MHM is people focused, our people are central to delivering the highest quality of service and care to our clients and service users. At the Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Wellbeing NHS Talking Therapy Service service we offer PWPs high quality supervision and opportunities for continual professional development. PWP's are supported to become proficient in psychological assessment, delivering a range of low-intensity psychological treatments for anxiety disorders and depression - psycho-education, behavioural activation, medication management, problem solving and guided self-help. About the role You will provide high volume low intensity interventions, which will be a range of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) based self-management interventions, to clients with mild to moderate anxiety and depression. You will receive excellent support in your role, including extensive clinical and caseload supervision. About you To be eligible for this position you must have completed the Low Intensity training in NHS Talking Therapies and be registered with the BABCP or BPS. You will have have experience of working within NHS Talking Therapies. You will be able to demonstrate high standards of verbal and written communication, be able to establish good therapeutic relationships with people (including by telephone) and be computer literate. You will also be able to evaluate and put in place the skills and knowledge that you are provided as part of the training and development opportunities included in this role. A good knowledge and understanding of the NHS Talking Therapies programme for Common Mental Health Disorders, particularly the PWP role within stepped-care, will be essential. You will have experience of working with Mental Health and will be able to inspire and engage people and have the ability to identify barriers and understand client needs, while possessing excellent motivational skills. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, self-motivated individual wishing to progress their clinical career in psychological therapies. What we offer You will go through our comprehensive, in-person training program in your first few weeks with MHM which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role, as well as offering a great opportunity to get to know your new colleagues. The induction will run from insert information about the induction. MHM offers 27 days annual leave per annum, plus statutory holidays and a 5% contributory pension scheme. At MHM not only can you expect a competitive salary, generous annual leave and pension entitlement, you can also expect to be supported in your ongoing personal and professional development. In addition, you will work with people who are passionate about supporting individuals in their day to day lives. The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. Please note that due to the sensitive nature of the duties, an enhanced DBS will be sought in event of a successful application. All disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential short-listing criteria are guaranteed an interview. MHM is an Equal Opportunities Employer. *For an informal discussion, please contact: Janice Cowin 01785 221470 *

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (inclusive of awaiting final ratification)
• or
• Qualified Graduate Mental Health Worker
• and
• Registration as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with either BABCP or BPS.

Desirable

• Qualifications Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (inclusive of awaiting final ratification)
• or
• Qualified Graduate Mental Health Worker
• and
• Registration as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with either BABCP or BPS.
• Evidence of continuing professional development. Application Form

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working in primary care settings with people who have experienced a mental health problem.
• Able to demonstrate clinical outcomes and meeting agreed performance targets.
• Ability to manage own caseload and time.
• Demonstrates high standards in written communication.
• Able to write clear reports and letters.

Desirable

• Evidence of working in the local community

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Mental Health Matters

Address

2-3 Tipping Street, Stafford, ST16 2LL

Stafford

ST16 2LL

Employer's website

https://www.mhm.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)