Job summary
This is a fixed term post for 12 months due to maternity leave
An exciting role has been available, working as part of multidisciplinary team providing evidence based, low intensity psychological interventions, including group work, guided self help. This may include face to face or telephone contacts or contacts through other media ( subject to UHB advances in technology and policy )
This is an exciting opportunity to take up a newly created role to work as part of the stepped model of care in Psychological Therapies in Swansea Bay Health Board.
All employees of the Health Board are required to demonstrate and embed the Values and Behaviour statement in order for them to become an integral part of the post holders working life and to embed the principles into the culture of the organisation.
Main duties of the job
You will be part of the service providing valuable first line interventions in the form of Low Intensity Psychological Therapies in group settings. There will also be an opportunity to work with High Intensity Psychological Therapists in developing and delivering the Psychological Therapy Service in Swansea Bay Health Board.To provide a range of information and support for evidence based, high volume, low intensity psychological interventions for people with condition specific difficulties as described in Matric Cymru.Attend Multi disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment.Complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service. Keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- HCPC/NMC registrant (as defined to be able to undertake assessments under Part 1 Mental Health Measure.) OR Eligible for Graduate Membership of BPS and successfully completed academic course of study/supervised practice in NHS settings or equivalent, in line with Matrics Cymru competences/standards for low-intensity psychological interventions/qualified as a PTP or have had training in older people's interventions/ evidence based approaches in dementia. OR Counsellor/psychological therapist working towards accreditation with an appropriate body meeting the criteria for CfWI Psychological Therapist OR Have extensive experience in working with people with mental health conditions and have completed formal training in the delivery of low intensity psychological therapies as designated in Matrics Cymru.
- Understanding of common mental health conditions and an understanding of the need to use evidence-based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post.
- Good understanding of the Mental Health Measure Part 1 and 2, Matrics Cymru and the Psychological Therapies Plan (2017)
Desirable
- Demonstrates knowledge of societal issues and the impact it can have on mental health.
- Knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems and their effects.
- Knowledge of and a willingness to work guided by the principles of prudent health care (as defined by the Welsh Government).
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with mental health problems/dementia/neuro-developmental difficulty
- Experience of working in NHS Primary Care Services/care homes/ in-patient services.
Desirable
- Worked in a service where agreed targets are in place, demonstrating clinical outcomes.
- Evidence of working in the local community
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Ability to implement low intensity or group interventions for mental health problems or dementia
- Excellent IT skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills.
- Ability to manage own caseload and time.
- Competent in risk assessment.
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients.
- Ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
- An ability to communicate complex, sensitive or contentious information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance and which is empathic and constructive.
- Competence in research design and methodologies.
- Ability to work independently within the boundaries of clinical supervision.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Other Essential Criteria
Essential
- Ability to travel within geographical area.
- High level of enthusiasm and 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.
- Regard for others and respect for individual rights of autonomy and confidentiality.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- HCPC/NMC registrant (as defined to be able to undertake assessments under Part 1 Mental Health Measure.) OR Eligible for Graduate Membership of BPS and successfully completed academic course of study/supervised practice in NHS settings or equivalent, in line with Matrics Cymru competences/standards for low-intensity psychological interventions/qualified as a PTP or have had training in older people's interventions/ evidence based approaches in dementia. OR Counsellor/psychological therapist working towards accreditation with an appropriate body meeting the criteria for CfWI Psychological Therapist OR Have extensive experience in working with people with mental health conditions and have completed formal training in the delivery of low intensity psychological therapies as designated in Matrics Cymru.
- Understanding of common mental health conditions and an understanding of the need to use evidence-based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post.
- Good understanding of the Mental Health Measure Part 1 and 2, Matrics Cymru and the Psychological Therapies Plan (2017)
Desirable
- Demonstrates knowledge of societal issues and the impact it can have on mental health.
- Knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems and their effects.
- Knowledge of and a willingness to work guided by the principles of prudent health care (as defined by the Welsh Government).
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with mental health problems/dementia/neuro-developmental difficulty
- Experience of working in NHS Primary Care Services/care homes/ in-patient services.
Desirable
- Worked in a service where agreed targets are in place, demonstrating clinical outcomes.
- Evidence of working in the local community
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Ability to implement low intensity or group interventions for mental health problems or dementia
- Excellent IT skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills.
- Ability to manage own caseload and time.
- Competent in risk assessment.
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients.
- Ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
- An ability to communicate complex, sensitive or contentious information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance and which is empathic and constructive.
- Competence in research design and methodologies.
- Ability to work independently within the boundaries of clinical supervision.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Other Essential Criteria
Essential
- Ability to travel within geographical area.
- High level of enthusiasm and 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.
- Regard for others and respect for individual rights of autonomy and confidentiality.
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).
