Qualified Mental Health Wellbeing Practitioner inBorehamwood inBorehamwood PUBLISHED
WED 15 JAN 2025
Opportunity to work in a highly regarded organization, having achieved an 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission.
Ability to develop skills in providing psychologically informed interventions for adults with severe and enduring mental illness.
Collaborative work with service users, their families, and a multidisciplinary team, enhancing teamwork and communication skills.
Engagement in meaningful assessments, care planning, and decision-making processes that directly impact service users' wellbeing.
Involvement in the Low Intensity Psychosis Pathway (LIPP) Service, contributing to innovative care models and interventions.
Support and supervision from experienced clinical and counseling psychologists or CBT therapists, promoting professional growth.
Holding a small caseload allows for focused, personalized care and can lead to more satisfactory outcomes for service users.
The role of a Qualified Mental Health Wellbeing Practitioner at Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) in Borehamwood involves support for adults with severe and enduring mental illnesses, many of whom have previously lacked access to psychological interventions. The practitioner will engage collaboratively with service users, their families, and a multi-disciplinary team to provide assessment, care planning, and coordination of care, including initial assessments and risk assessments. The successful candidate will implement wellbeing-focused interventions based on cognitive-behavioral principles and contribute to the Low Intensity Psychosis Pathway (LIPP) Service Mini Team, while managing a small caseload and being part of a duty rota.
Candidates must hold a Level 6 graduate certificate or a Level 7 postgraduate certificate in delivering the national curriculum for Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioners. They will work within an outstandingly-rated mental health trust that emphasises choice, independence, and equality in providing health and social care services across the region.
Candidates must hold a Level 6 graduate certificate or a Level 7 postgraduate certificate in delivering the national curriculum for Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioners. They will work within an outstandingly-rated mental health trust that emphasises choice, independence, and equality in providing health and social care services across the region.
We are proud to offer the post of Mental Health Wellbeing Practitioners to join our experienced workforce in Hertfordshire.
The post holder will have a desire to develop their skills in working with adults with severe and enduring mental illness, some of whom will have not had previous access to psychologically informed interventions.
The post-holder will work collaboratively with service users, their families, carers, and multi-disciplinary team members to provide assessment, care planning and coordination of care, supporting collaborative decision-making about care and treatment. The successful candidate will be part of the core team and duties will also include, holding a small caseload, completing Initial Assessments, Care Planning, Risk Assessing, being part of the Duty Team on a rota basis and will contribute to the implementation of the LIPP (Low Intensity Psychosis Pathway) Service Mini Team.
The post holder will support the delivery of a set of wellbeing-focused psychologically informed interventions, aligned to cognitive-behavioural principles, based on the best evidence available, that address problems often experienced by people with severe mental health problems under the supervision of a clinical/counselling psychologist or CBT therapist, where this is identified in personalised care planning and support.
The Successful Candidate Will
Our Family Of Over 4,000 Members Of Staff Provide Health And Social Care For People With Mental Ill Health, Physical Ill Health And Learning Disabilities Across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex And Norfolk, Delivering These Services Within The Community And Several Inpatient Settings. Everything Is Underpinned By Choice, Independence And Equality, With Our Trust Values Embedded Throughout
Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rob Hill Job title: Service Manager Email address: Telephone number:
The post holder will have a desire to develop their skills in working with adults with severe and enduring mental illness, some of whom will have not had previous access to psychologically informed interventions.
The post-holder will work collaboratively with service users, their families, carers, and multi-disciplinary team members to provide assessment, care planning and coordination of care, supporting collaborative decision-making about care and treatment. The successful candidate will be part of the core team and duties will also include, holding a small caseload, completing Initial Assessments, Care Planning, Risk Assessing, being part of the Duty Team on a rota basis and will contribute to the implementation of the LIPP (Low Intensity Psychosis Pathway) Service Mini Team.
The post holder will support the delivery of a set of wellbeing-focused psychologically informed interventions, aligned to cognitive-behavioural principles, based on the best evidence available, that address problems often experienced by people with severe mental health problems under the supervision of a clinical/counselling psychologist or CBT therapist, where this is identified in personalised care planning and support.
The Successful Candidate Will
- hold a graduate certificate (Level 6) or postgraduate certificate (Level 7) delivering the national curriculum for Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioners (Adult Specialist Mental Health)
- work closely with colleagues in a multi-disciplinary team to deliver interventions for our service users
- carry out relevant risk assessments and risk management with the multi-disciplinary team
- engage with and gather information from service users, relatives, and patient records to develop a formulation
- work in collaboration with the individual service user and their family and carers as appropriate to develop care plans that are focused on strengths and are outcome based.
- Be on a duty rota
- Carry out Initial Assessments
- Contribute to the implementation of the LIPP (Low Intensity Psychosis Pathway) Service Mini Team.
- Hold a small caseload of service users
Our Family Of Over 4,000 Members Of Staff Provide Health And Social Care For People With Mental Ill Health, Physical Ill Health And Learning Disabilities Across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex And Norfolk, Delivering These Services Within The Community And Several Inpatient Settings. Everything Is Underpinned By Choice, Independence And Equality, With Our Trust Values Embedded Throughout
Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rob Hill Job title: Service Manager Email address: Telephone number:
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To work as a Qualified Mental Health Wellbeing Practitioner (QMHP) in the UK, several skills and qualifications are typically required. Below are the key skills and competencies that are important for this role:
Essential Skills:
1. Understanding of Mental Health: A strong knowledge of mental health issues, disorders, and treatments is crucial. This includes understanding the common mental health conditions, their symptoms, and evidence-based interventions.
2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to relate to clients, show understanding, and provide compassionate care is vital in building trust and rapport.
3. Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with clients, families, and other professionals. This includes active listening and the ability to explain complex concepts in a clear manner.
4. Assessment Skills: The ability to assess a client’s mental health needs through structured interviews and clinical assessments.
5. Intervention Skills: Knowledge and experience in delivering therapeutic interventions, such as guided self-help, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and psychoeducation.
6. Crisis Intervention Skills: Skills in handling crises and managing risk, including the ability to assess and manage suicidal thoughts or self-harm.
7. Teamwork and Collaboration: The ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
8. Organizational Skills: Strong time management and organizational abilities to manage caseloads and documentation effectively.
9. Cultural Competence: Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of clients, and the ability to provide culturally appropriate interventions.
10. Professionalism and Ethics: Adherence to professional standards and ethical guidelines is essential, including maintaining confidentiality and appropriate boundaries.
Qualifications:
- Educational Background: Many positions require at least a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, nursing, or a related field. A postgraduate qualification in a relevant area may be beneficial.
- Training: Completing a specific training program for mental health practitioners, such as the Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) training.
- Registration: Some roles may require registration with a professional body, such as the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Experience:
- Practical Experience: Experience in mental health settings, such as internships or volunteer roles, can be helpful in developing necessary skills and gaining practical insights into the role.
Professional Development:
- Continuing professional development (CPD) is important in this field to stay updated on best practices, new research, and therapeutic techniques.
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