Job summary
We have an exciting post as PWP delivering treatment to people who are referred to the service who have common mental health problems. You must hold a post graduate certificate in low intensity therapy or evidence of passing the post graduate low intensity therapy training. The PWP post will be part of South Tyneside Primary Care Mental Health Lifecycle Service, which incorporates Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT). You will deliver interventions as part of the Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) model. The post holder will have experience of providing psychological therapies with adults in primary care using NICE low intensity treatment interventions such as low intensity CBT, Supported Self Help and psycho educational groups.
PWPs will be expected to have
- A commitment to a holistic model of mental health and working with partners to address client need.
- Experience of working with people who experience mental health problems especially depression and anxiety.
- Skills in assessment and interventions for clients and consultation and supervision with primary care colleagues.
Main duties of the job
You must have:
- A post graduate certificate in low intensity therapy or evidence of passing the post graduate low intensity training course.
- Experience of working to support the mental health needs of adults in primary care.
- Comprehensive mental health assessment skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Skills in the delivery of relevant therapeutic interventions.
- Ability to offer advice to a broad range of professionals and work co-operatively to deliver joint interventions with a range of providers.
- You will be expected to work independently and as part of a highly skilled and experienced team.
You will be expected to deliver interventions in a developing primary care setting and play a full part in the effective development and operation of the whole of the service.
Attendance at regular supervision is an important aspect of the work of the service.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FURTHER DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
The post holder(s) will be part of
South Tyneside Primary Care Mental Health Lifecycle Service, or Gateshead
Talking Therapies which incorporates Improving Access to Psychological
Therapies (IAPT). They will work with adults who have a range of common mental
health problems in primary care providing high volume low intensity
interventions. They will use traditional and innovative treatment methods.
The post holder will work with people
with different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary
and should be committed to equal opportunities.
To meet targets set nationally and
locally for access, recovery and waiting times
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FURTHER DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
The post holder(s) will be part of
South Tyneside Primary Care Mental Health Lifecycle Service, or Gateshead
Talking Therapies which incorporates Improving Access to Psychological
Therapies (IAPT). They will work with adults who have a range of common mental
health problems in primary care providing high volume low intensity
interventions. They will use traditional and innovative treatment methods.
The post holder will work with people
with different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary
and should be committed to equal opportunities.
To meet targets set nationally and
locally for access, recovery and waiting times
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification from PWP Training Course (Post graduate diploma in low intensity therapy) / Evidence of passing course
Desirable
- Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or within a psychological therapy.
- Psychology or other health related undergraduate degree.
- Psychology or other health related postgraduate degree
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem
- Demonstrates high standards in written communication
- Able to write clear reports and letters.
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care Services
- Worked in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
- Ability to manage own caseload and time
- Evidence of working in the local community
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to evaluate and put in place the effect of training
- Computer literate
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
Desirable
- Received training (either formal of through experience) and carried out risk assessments within scope of practice
Physical Skills
Essential
- Car driver and/or ability and willingness to travel to locations throughout the organisation
- High level of enthusiasm and motivation.
- Advanced communication skills
- Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Fluent in languages other than English
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification from PWP Training Course (Post graduate diploma in low intensity therapy) / Evidence of passing course
Desirable
- Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or within a psychological therapy.
- Psychology or other health related undergraduate degree.
- Psychology or other health related postgraduate degree
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem
- Demonstrates high standards in written communication
- Able to write clear reports and letters.
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care Services
- Worked in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
- Ability to manage own caseload and time
- Evidence of working in the local community
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to evaluate and put in place the effect of training
- Computer literate
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
Desirable
- Received training (either formal of through experience) and carried out risk assessments within scope of practice
Physical Skills
Essential
- Car driver and/or ability and willingness to travel to locations throughout the organisation
- High level of enthusiasm and motivation.
- Advanced communication skills
- Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Fluent in languages other than English
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).
Additional information
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).
Employer details
Employer name
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Gateshead Talking Therapies, The Croft,
Springwell Road,
Wrekenton, Gateshead,
Tyne and Wear,
NE9 7BJ
Employer's website
https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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