Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
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Job summary
If you are a qualified PWP who is looking for the next step in their career adventure then read on to see if we are what you are looking for!
Do you want the opportunity to work in a fast paced service that allows you to provide meaningful and effective therapeutic experiences to address common mental health problems? Do you want to work within a team of highly motivated and experienced therapists that are passionate about making a difference and supporting each other?
There is currently an exciting opportunity for dynamic and self-motivated Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWP) to work for LSCFT NHS Talking Therapies within the Preston locality.
Please be advised that only applicants with a recognised PG Cert in Primary care mental health practice (IAPT) or BSc(hons) Counselling, Coaching and Psychological Interventions (PWP) will be shortlisted for interview.
Our team members are encouraged to develop specialisms by taking on champion roles such as long term conditions, young people, safeguarding, BAME, older adults and substance misuse.
Main duties of the job
NHS Talking Therapies PWP's offer accessible screening, assessment and treatment for common mental health problems. We like to make sure we offer a variety of options as one size does not fit all.
Not only are we a flexible service for those accessing us as we run groups, offer telephone, video online (Attend Anywhere) and face-to-face treatment sessions. We offer a flexible Hybrid working model to staff consisting of days from home and clinics within a variety of community settings including the office.
PWPs also have an important link role developing relationships with local GP practices and advocating health promotion within the wider community.
As part of the role you will be expected to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. This may include early morning and late evening appointments.
About us
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.
The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.
Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.
For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT
Details
Date posted
20 September 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
10 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
351-CEN780-SK-B
Job locations
Bickerstaffe House
Ormskirk
L39 2AZ
Employer details
Employer name
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bickerstaffe House
Ormskirk
L39 2AZ
Employer's website
https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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