Job summary
Wolverhampton Talking Therapies offers intervention for Depression and all anxiety disorders. As a service we consistently excel with above average moving to recovery rates, positive client feedback and exceptionally high job satisfaction from our team.
With the team having changed management in the last 2 years, a number of positive improvements have been introduced including blended (office and remote) working opportunities, the championing of specialist areas and a strong emphasis on funded CPD.
We are looking for qualified * Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) with the passion and drive to join our ever expanding clinical team of therapists, counsellors and CBT Therapists.
Whilst accreditation is desirable, if you are not yet accredited we are able to support you in applying once successfully appointed.
*This role is suitable for trainees due to complete courses in the near future.
It is essential that successful applicants possess a qualification from an IAPT Approved Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Training Course.
You are also welcome to apply if you are graduating from an PWP Training or Apprenticeship Course in 2023.
Main duties of the job
The role of a PWP is very dynamic, and though at its core is the treatment of Depression and anxiety, no 2 days are the same.
As a PWP you will be expected to demonstrate a high degree of competence and have experience working in mental health services . You will deliver Step 2 intervention to clients presenting with Depression and/or generalised anxiety disorder, using modalities of telephone, video, face-to-face and computerised.
Candidates are also expected to engage themselves in clinical and case management supervision, and be willing to undertake continuous professional development. A commitment to high quality client care, good organisational skills and excellent communication abilities are essential to this role.
About us
The PWP role will be blended, and include both home (remote) working and office based work.
In return for your enthusiasm, hard work and commitment you will benefit from being part of an expanding service that has shared aims and goals, respects each other's differences and always has the wellbeing of the individual at the centre of all practice.
As a service we offer our PWPs:
- Monthly Clinical Group Supervision.
- Weekly Case Management Supervision - essential to effective skills development and case management and ensuring ethical practice.
- Regular opportunities for ongoing continuing personal development.
- Opportunities to lead on Projects or develop specialisms.
- Involvement with ongoing service developments and priorities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will:
- be part of a Talking Therapies service and will provide Low Intensity Psychological Interventions involving CBT.
- work with clients who have anxiety and Depression related problems.
- treat people of different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and they should be committed to equal opportunities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will:
- be part of a Talking Therapies service and will provide Low Intensity Psychological Interventions involving CBT.
- work with clients who have anxiety and Depression related problems.
- treat people of different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and they should be committed to equal opportunities.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Possess a qualification in IAPT Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Training Course (Post Graduate Certificate or Level 3 undergraduate course) / Or will attain this in 2022.
- Accredited or working towards accreditation with British Psychological Society or British Association for Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapists as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner.
Desirable
- Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or within a psychological therapy.
- Experience of working in Primary Care or Talking Therapies Services
- Ability to manage own caseload and time
Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
- Received training (either formal of through experience) and carried out risk assessments within scope of practice
Desirable
- Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in Primary Care
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively
Desirable
- Fluent in languages other than English
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Possess a qualification in IAPT Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Training Course (Post Graduate Certificate or Level 3 undergraduate course) / Or will attain this in 2022.
- Accredited or working towards accreditation with British Psychological Society or British Association for Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapists as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner.
Desirable
- Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or within a psychological therapy.
- Experience of working in Primary Care or Talking Therapies Services
- Ability to manage own caseload and time
Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
- Received training (either formal of through experience) and carried out risk assessments within scope of practice
Desirable
- Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in Primary Care
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively
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
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).
