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.
An opportunity has arisen for highly organised and motivated individuals to train as Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP). The successful candidates will study for a professional qualification in Low Intensity Psychological Interventions.
The training is delivered by Newman University. The clinical placement will be a fixed-term post with Wolverhampton Talking Therapies.
Main duties of the job
In this role the post holder will be required to attend University teaching, undertake self-directed study and provide clinical practice offering assessment and low intensity treatment to patients presenting with common mental health problems such as Depression and anxiety. The post holder will receive appropriate support throughout their training journey.
When completing your application please be as accurate as possible and provide up-to date information and reference details in order that your application can be processed in a timely manner.
Successful applicants will hold:
- Qualifications suitable to their level of study
- Postgraduate Certificate (M Level) qualification route: A degree in a relevant subject or equivalent (e.g., Registered Nurses and AHPs)
- Graduate Certificate route: 2 Advanced Level GCEs or equivalent (e.g., B-tec, GNVQ, NVQ Level 3 and 4)
- Relevant experience necessary for clinical practice
- Significant experience of working with people who have suffered with a mental health problem
Shortlisted applicants will:
- Undertake an academic screening test around November2023.
Please note this role requires in person attendance at the university and Wolverhampton Talking Therapies.
About us
Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a CQC rated 'Good' organisation, who provide specialist mental health, learning disability, and community healthcare services for the population of the Black Country.
The Trust was formed on 1 April 2020, after NHS England and NHS Improvement approved the merger of Black Country Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and Dudley and Walsall Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust.
We currently employ over 3,000 members of staff and just like the population we serve, we are made up of diverse cultures and backgrounds. The Trust may be able tosupport a relocation package if you are looking to join us from outside of the local area, and are successful at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be a trainee within Wolverhampton Talking Therapies, delivering high volume, low intensity interventions and will assist in improving services for clients with a range of common mental health disorders, particularly anxiety and depression.
The post holder will be expected to undertake professional training in low intensity psychological interventions alongside the delivery of psychological therapies as part of the Stepped Care Model. Working at Step 2 the post holder will learn and deliver Step 2 cognitively informed interventions.
Our service is keen to hear from applicants who have the motivation and enthusiasm to contribute to the innovation and improvement existing processes both within step 2 and the service as a whole. We would value applicants who not only have our clients' wellbeing at heart, but also the wellbeing of our team.
For a more detailed overview of the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be a trainee within Wolverhampton Talking Therapies, delivering high volume, low intensity interventions and will assist in improving services for clients with a range of common mental health disorders, particularly anxiety and depression.
The post holder will be expected to undertake professional training in low intensity psychological interventions alongside the delivery of psychological therapies as part of the Stepped Care Model. Working at Step 2 the post holder will learn and deliver Step 2 cognitively informed interventions.
Our service is keen to hear from applicants who have the motivation and enthusiasm to contribute to the innovation and improvement existing processes both within step 2 and the service as a whole. We would value applicants who not only have our clients' wellbeing at heart, but also the wellbeing of our team.
For a more detailed overview of the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- M Level - Undergraduate Degree or Registered Health Professional
- H Level - At least 2 advanced level GCEs or equivalent, such as a BTEC
- A minimum of 12 months of direct clinical experience of working with people who have common mental health problems
- 3 years part-time voluntary experience with an established charity
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care Services delivering low intensity interventions both one to one and groups
- Worked in a service where agreed targets/KPI's are in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
- Able to attend a one day per week course and complete academic components
- Ability to attend to learning and apply in practice
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills
Skills
Essential
- High level of enthusiasm and motivation and able to work under pressure
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Maintains own wellbeing
Desirable
- Ability to be self-reflective and use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- M Level - Undergraduate Degree or Registered Health Professional
- H Level - At least 2 advanced level GCEs or equivalent, such as a BTEC
- A minimum of 12 months of direct clinical experience of working with people who have common mental health problems
- 3 years part-time voluntary experience with an established charity
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care Services delivering low intensity interventions both one to one and groups
- Worked in a service where agreed targets/KPI's are in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
- Able to attend a one day per week course and complete academic components
- Ability to attend to learning and apply in practice
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills
Skills
Essential
- High level of enthusiasm and motivation and able to work under pressure
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Maintains own wellbeing
Desirable
- Ability to be self-reflective and use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively
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).
