Job summary
Alliance Psychological
Services is an independent provider of counselling and psychological therapy
services based in the Tees Valley area and working across the North-East
region. We are working in partnership with Middlesbrough
& Stockton Mind to deliver the IMPACT on Teesside service.
Full time and Part time positions available.
We have hybrid
working and fully remote opportunities available please specify any
preferences within your application form.
We are currently
recruiting for qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative service providing
PWP Modality interventions in our IAPT pathway, working with adults aged 16+ within
the framework of the Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT)
Programme. PWPs deliver a variety of IAPT
interventions, including face to face, telephone, and digital based work. You will be working within a team of PWP's, Enhanced PWP's and Senior PWP's within the IMPACT on Teesside service.
***PLEASE NOTE IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR THIS POST, CANDIDATES MUST HOLD AN
ACCREDITED PWP COURSE QUALIFICATION ALL APPLICATIONS WITHOUT THIS WILL BE
REJECTED***
Due to the nature of these roles, an enhanced criminal records disclosure will be sought in the event of a successful application
Main duties of the job
The post holders will hold an IAPT PWP recognised qualification, be
enthusiastic, hardworking, and able to meet specified targets in order to
deliver a high-quality Primary Care Mental Health Service.
Successful applicants
will be employed by one of organisations within the partnership which will be
discussed at appointment.
You must have right to work in the UK as we are
currently unable to offer working via opportunities.
For more information on this post please contact us
on enquiries@impactonteesside.com.
Closing date for applications may be extended
We are reviewing applications as they are submitted and will contact candidates to arrange interviews if applicable.
Whilst we continue to offer a range of ways for people to
access our services including face-to-face appointments across the Teesside
area we are also able to consider an element of remote delivery and will be happy to discuss options
for hybrid working in line with patient and service needs.
***PLEASE NOTE IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR THIS POST, CANDIDATES MUST HOLD AN ACCREDITED PWP COURSE QUALIFICATION ALL APPLICATIONS WITHOUT THIS WILL BE REJECTED***
IMPACT has responsibility for safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults within our service, part of this is to follow safer recruitment of staff for all appointments. It is also a requirement that all staff understand it is each persons individual responsibility and are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of our clients
About us
Alliance offers first rate training and development opportunities, 38 days annual leave pro rata, rising 1 day every 5 years of service (as well as the option to purchase additional annual leave) EAP health scheme including costs towards eye tests/glasses, dental treatment, physio treatment and shopping discounts alongside a 3% contributory pension scheme. We offer lots of health and wellbeing initiatives for our staff and promote flexible working for a positive work life balance.
At Mind, our staff are
at the very core of all we do. So, we aim to offer varied and rewarding
roles with substantial development opportunities. What's more, we hope that we
offer a sense of community and a sense of belonging to something meaningful. We offer up to 40 days annual leave pro rata, commencing at 34 days (Inc BH)
and rising 1 day every year of service (up to a maximum of 40 days inc BH). Also up to 2 days paid per year for volunteering with other organisations,
Spectrum Health, and shopping discounts. We have lots of
health and well-being initiatives for our staff and promote flexible working
for a positive work-life balance. We are committed to promoting equal
opportunities in our employment practice and service delivery. We have a commitment
to equality and diversity, it's our aim to employ a representative workforce. We are signatories to the Mindful
Employers Charter, has Investors in People status and is a Living Wage
employer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Postholder will provide a range of
evidence-based psychological interventions within the framework of the
Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) Programme as part of as part
of Impact’s Primary Care Psychological Wellbeing Therapies (PWT) Service across
the Tees area.
The
post- holder will work as part of the Impact team and will provide a range of
evidence-based psychological interventions within the framework of the IAPT
Programme as part of Impact’s Team serving GP Practices across the NHS Tees
area. The post-holder will also work within Impact’s duty team where they will
offer psychological assessment and support to patients referred into the
service.
This
position may require flexible hours between 8am until 8pm weekdays.
Main
Duties and Responsibilities
To
work as a member of the Impact PWT Service Team
- To
create and maintain effective working relationships within the PWT Team
and elsewhere.
- To
offer advice and support to other members of the wider Primary Care Team,
including GPs and other Health Professionals, on mental health issues, and
in relation to appropriate referral pathways for patients with mental
health needs.
- To
liaise effectively with Secondary Care and voluntary sector organisations
and services.
- To
attend meetings and provide reports as required.
- To
assist in the development and promotion of the service.
To provide
a range of therapeutic interventions
- To provide assessment, including risk assessment,
of clients referred for psychological therapy within the Primary Care
setting.
- To select and deliver a range of
appropriate therapeutic interventions in collaboration with the client via
a range of modalities, including telephone, face to face and group work.
- To work within an appropriate time
framework.
- To make appropriate onward referrals
following assessment for clients requiring other services, including statutory
and voluntary agencies.
- To maintain clients’ confidentiality
within agreed guidelines
Safeguarding
- Responsible
for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults by promoting the welfare
of service users at all times and operating within local policies and procedures.
- Under
guidance and support taking appropriate safeguarding action to protect children
and vulnerable adults at risk of significant harm.
- Under
guidance and supervision to identify and support families in accessing
Early Help Services
- To
share appropriate information with other agencies regarding the service user’s
wellbeing and progress keeping within the boundaries of Confidentiality
and Information sharing protocols.
To
provide a professional and ethical service
- To maintain appropriate records including
all required assessment and evaluation tools.
- To undertake relevant Continuing
Professional Development activities both as required for the purposes of
continued professional accreditation or registration and as identified
through Impact’s Professional Development and Appraisal System.
- To undertake an appropriate amount of clinical
supervision from a qualified Clinical Supervisor within Impact’s
Supervision Programme.
- To operate within agreed NHS, Impact and
professional guidelines and Codes of Practice.
- To ensure a safe and secure working
environment for self and others and to take action as necessary within
Health and Safety and other guidelines.
- To adhere to all Impact Policies, Procedures
and Guidelines.
- To promote and value the rights,
responsibilities and diversity of people using the Service.
This job description is designed to
identify principal responsibilities only.
The post holder is required to be flexible in developing the role in
accordance with changes in Impact’s organisational objectives and
priorities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Postholder will provide a range of
evidence-based psychological interventions within the framework of the
Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) Programme as part of as part
of Impact’s Primary Care Psychological Wellbeing Therapies (PWT) Service across
the Tees area.
The
post- holder will work as part of the Impact team and will provide a range of
evidence-based psychological interventions within the framework of the IAPT
Programme as part of Impact’s Team serving GP Practices across the NHS Tees
area. The post-holder will also work within Impact’s duty team where they will
offer psychological assessment and support to patients referred into the
service.
This
position may require flexible hours between 8am until 8pm weekdays.
Main
Duties and Responsibilities
To
work as a member of the Impact PWT Service Team
- To
create and maintain effective working relationships within the PWT Team
and elsewhere.
- To
offer advice and support to other members of the wider Primary Care Team,
including GPs and other Health Professionals, on mental health issues, and
in relation to appropriate referral pathways for patients with mental
health needs.
- To
liaise effectively with Secondary Care and voluntary sector organisations
and services.
- To
attend meetings and provide reports as required.
- To
assist in the development and promotion of the service.
To provide
a range of therapeutic interventions
- To provide assessment, including risk assessment,
of clients referred for psychological therapy within the Primary Care
setting.
- To select and deliver a range of
appropriate therapeutic interventions in collaboration with the client via
a range of modalities, including telephone, face to face and group work.
- To work within an appropriate time
framework.
- To make appropriate onward referrals
following assessment for clients requiring other services, including statutory
and voluntary agencies.
- To maintain clients’ confidentiality
within agreed guidelines
Safeguarding
- Responsible
for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults by promoting the welfare
of service users at all times and operating within local policies and procedures.
- Under
guidance and support taking appropriate safeguarding action to protect children
and vulnerable adults at risk of significant harm.
- Under
guidance and supervision to identify and support families in accessing
Early Help Services
- To
share appropriate information with other agencies regarding the service user’s
wellbeing and progress keeping within the boundaries of Confidentiality
and Information sharing protocols.
To
provide a professional and ethical service
- To maintain appropriate records including
all required assessment and evaluation tools.
- To undertake relevant Continuing
Professional Development activities both as required for the purposes of
continued professional accreditation or registration and as identified
through Impact’s Professional Development and Appraisal System.
- To undertake an appropriate amount of clinical
supervision from a qualified Clinical Supervisor within Impact’s
Supervision Programme.
- To operate within agreed NHS, Impact and
professional guidelines and Codes of Practice.
- To ensure a safe and secure working
environment for self and others and to take action as necessary within
Health and Safety and other guidelines.
- To adhere to all Impact Policies, Procedures
and Guidelines.
- To promote and value the rights,
responsibilities and diversity of people using the Service.
This job description is designed to
identify principal responsibilities only.
The post holder is required to be flexible in developing the role in
accordance with changes in Impact’s organisational objectives and
priorities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification from PWP Training Course (Post Graduate Certificate) OR UCAPD PWP qualification
- Membership of or registration with an appropriate professional body, i.e., BPS or BABCP.
- Evidence of training in mental health and related issues.
- Good record of Continuing Professional Development and willingness to continue this.
Desirable
- Approaches to Long Term Conditions for Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners
- PWP Supervision Training
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a mental healthcare setting.
- Ongoing clinical supervision of therapeutic work.
- Awareness of or familiarity with a range of therapeutic approaches, in particular CBT-based interventions.
- Ability to meet agreed or specified service targets.
- Ability to manage own caseload and time.
- Demonstrates high standards in written communication.
- Able to write clear reports and letters to referrers.
- Demonstrates an understanding of a range of mild moderate mental health problems including anxiety and depression and how it may present in primary care.
- Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health/benefits and employment systems.
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post.
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care Services
- Experience in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
- Trained and experienced in groupwork
Other Skills and Qualities
Essential
- Skills in assessment, formulation, and treatment of a range of psychological presentations.
- Skills in developing and implementing focused, time limited treatment plans.
- Computer literate.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Good understanding of issues surrounding clinical risk.
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients.
- High level of motivation.
- Advanced communication skills.
- Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships.
- Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Regard for others and respect for individual rights of autonomy and confidentiality.
- Ability to be self reflective whilst working with service users and in own personal and professional development and in supervision.
- The ability and skills to act as an advocate for a new service, to engage and foster good professional relationships with all health professionals of the service with the wider health care system.
- Act in ways that support equality and promotes diversity.
Desirable
- Access to transport to travel to locations throughout the organisation with appropriate business insurance.
- Fluent in languages other than English.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification from PWP Training Course (Post Graduate Certificate) OR UCAPD PWP qualification
- Membership of or registration with an appropriate professional body, i.e., BPS or BABCP.
- Evidence of training in mental health and related issues.
- Good record of Continuing Professional Development and willingness to continue this.
Desirable
- Approaches to Long Term Conditions for Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners
- PWP Supervision Training
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a mental healthcare setting.
- Ongoing clinical supervision of therapeutic work.
- Awareness of or familiarity with a range of therapeutic approaches, in particular CBT-based interventions.
- Ability to meet agreed or specified service targets.
- Ability to manage own caseload and time.
- Demonstrates high standards in written communication.
- Able to write clear reports and letters to referrers.
- Demonstrates an understanding of a range of mild moderate mental health problems including anxiety and depression and how it may present in primary care.
- Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health/benefits and employment systems.
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post.
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care Services
- Experience in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
- Trained and experienced in groupwork
Other Skills and Qualities
Essential
- Skills in assessment, formulation, and treatment of a range of psychological presentations.
- Skills in developing and implementing focused, time limited treatment plans.
- Computer literate.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Good understanding of issues surrounding clinical risk.
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients.
- High level of motivation.
- Advanced communication skills.
- Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships.
- Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Regard for others and respect for individual rights of autonomy and confidentiality.
- Ability to be self reflective whilst working with service users and in own personal and professional development and in supervision.
- The ability and skills to act as an advocate for a new service, to engage and foster good professional relationships with all health professionals of the service with the wider health care system.
- Act in ways that support equality and promotes diversity.
Desirable
- Access to transport to travel to locations throughout the organisation with appropriate business insurance.
- 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.
