Job summary
The Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service support the health and wellbeing of all Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust staff, volunteers and placement students. Risks associated with this work include sleep difficulties, musculoskeletal problems, and workplace injuries. We also know that those who work in the ambulance sector are more at risk of mental ill health, suicide and are more likely to attribute work as a contributing factor to their difficulties.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
This temporary flexible role requires an experienced enthusiastic, highly motivated and creative individual who responds positively to new challenges. The post holder will work within the service to deliver high quality Cognitive- Behavioural Therapy to members of staff and volunteers throughout the organisation. This could include providing assessment, intervention and psychologically- informed consultation; service improvement projects; psychoeducational workshops; risk management; and reflective practice. The post holder will provide clinical supervision of staff in the Wellbeing Service.
About us
#RemarkablePeople
Our workforce is made up of over 4,000 remarkable people who contribute to the delivery of world-class patient care across Wales, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Whether you work in a patient-facing role or within our range of support services, the work that you do enables us to provide high quality care, wherever and whenever we're needed.
The Trust recognises the need for its workforce to represent the diversity of the population it serves across the whole of Wales and seeks to create an environment where diversity is celebrated and inclusivity matters. We are also keen to break down any barriers into the Trust, and would encourage applications from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ communities and disability groups.
Careers within the Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust are diverse and varied, with opportunities arising right across the service. Whatever your skills and background, you're sure to find a career with us which is fulfilling, challenging, and rewarding.
In line with the Trust's Starting Salary Procedure, all applicants will start at the bottom of the band for the position applied for, but can apply for a higher salary if they have previous experience relevant to the position.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The postholder will provide specialist Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to the workforce, this includes one-to-one work with individuals, and consultation work advising managers and teams on the psychological aspects of wellbeing and interventions. It involves conducting psychological assessments and the delivery of appropriate therapeutic interventions.
Clinically, the post holder will work autonomously, within professional guidelines and the overall framework of service policies, procedures and strategic objectives. The postholder will make decisions relating to clinical risk and treatment plans based on complex factors, involving the evaluation of a range of options and formulating and planning complex interventions and treatment programs.
The postholder will line manage and provide structured clinical supervision for members of the Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service (e.g., Wellbeing Practitioners), as well as to other staff groups, when required.
To provide advice and consultation to relevant departments within the organisation regarding the health and wellbeing of members of staff and volunteers.
To contribute to service improvement projects and policies working closely with the Head of Workplace Wellbeing on these projects, in line with the agreed service strategy.
To utilise knowledge of specialist theory, evidence-based literature and research to support evidence-based practice in individual work.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The postholder will provide specialist Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to the workforce, this includes one-to-one work with individuals, and consultation work advising managers and teams on the psychological aspects of wellbeing and interventions. It involves conducting psychological assessments and the delivery of appropriate therapeutic interventions.
Clinically, the post holder will work autonomously, within professional guidelines and the overall framework of service policies, procedures and strategic objectives. The postholder will make decisions relating to clinical risk and treatment plans based on complex factors, involving the evaluation of a range of options and formulating and planning complex interventions and treatment programs.
The postholder will line manage and provide structured clinical supervision for members of the Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service (e.g., Wellbeing Practitioners), as well as to other staff groups, when required.
To provide advice and consultation to relevant departments within the organisation regarding the health and wellbeing of members of staff and volunteers.
To contribute to service improvement projects and policies working closely with the Head of Workplace Wellbeing on these projects, in line with the agreed service strategy.
To utilise knowledge of specialist theory, evidence-based literature and research to support evidence-based practice in individual work.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- MSc or Post graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Accreditation with British Association of Cognitive & Behavioural Psychotherapy (BABCP), or evidence of provisional BABCP accreditation
- Demonstrable theoretical knowledge of psychological of models of psychopathology
- Knowledge of medication used in common mental health problems
- Knowledge of application of psychological therapy with people with moderate to severe mental health difficulties
- Specialist skills with working with people with mental health difficulties
- Demonstrates an understanding of psychosocial issues that can impact on clients and how they may present. Additionally, knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health / benefits & employment systems
- Knowledge of medication used in common mental health problems
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post
- Knowledge of child protection issues and other relevant legislation
- Knowledge of CTP and WARRN
- Good record of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Prior professional qualification, obtained in Health or Social Care that led to professional registration held with NMC, HCPC, SCW)
- Qualification in an additional psychological therapy or psychological intervention
- Qualification in supervision
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in mental health services across the spectrum of care
- Experience of working in primary or secondary mental health services (or equivalent)
- Significant experience working as a psychological therapy practitioner and demonstrating the competences as required
- Experience of teaching and liaising with other professional groups
Desirable
- Experience of delivering clinical supervision for CBT
- Experience of delivering teaching and training
- Worked in a service where agreed targets are in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- MSc or Post graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Accreditation with British Association of Cognitive & Behavioural Psychotherapy (BABCP), or evidence of provisional BABCP accreditation
- Demonstrable theoretical knowledge of psychological of models of psychopathology
- Knowledge of medication used in common mental health problems
- Knowledge of application of psychological therapy with people with moderate to severe mental health difficulties
- Specialist skills with working with people with mental health difficulties
- Demonstrates an understanding of psychosocial issues that can impact on clients and how they may present. Additionally, knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health / benefits & employment systems
- Knowledge of medication used in common mental health problems
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post
- Knowledge of child protection issues and other relevant legislation
- Knowledge of CTP and WARRN
- Good record of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Prior professional qualification, obtained in Health or Social Care that led to professional registration held with NMC, HCPC, SCW)
- Qualification in an additional psychological therapy or psychological intervention
- Qualification in supervision
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in mental health services across the spectrum of care
- Experience of working in primary or secondary mental health services (or equivalent)
- Significant experience working as a psychological therapy practitioner and demonstrating the competences as required
- Experience of teaching and liaising with other professional groups
Desirable
- Experience of delivering clinical supervision for CBT
- Experience of delivering teaching and training
- Worked in a service where agreed targets are in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
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.
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.
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).
