Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner inColchester inColchester PUBLISHED
FRI 22 NOV 2024
Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum
FIXEDTERM GOOD SALARY
MENTAL HEALTH MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS
Opportunity to make a significant difference in patients' lives by providing essential mental health support and interventions.
Work within a large, collaborative team of mental health professionals, fostering a supportive and enriching work environment.
Engagement with a diverse range of clients which enhances professional skills and broadens cultural competency.
Access to ongoing professional development and training, ensuring continuous growth in psychological assessment and treatment techniques.
Flexibility in delivering care through various mediums, including face-to-face, telephone, and digital platforms, accommodating different patient preferences.
Contribution to evidence-based practice by utilizing NICE-approved therapeutic interventions, ensuring high-quality care standards.
Experience the fulfillment of working in the community, particularly with a focus on local populations, enhancing connectivity and impact within the community.
The Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) for a 12-month fixed-term contract within their NHS Talking Therapies service in Colchester, NE Essex. The role involves working collaboratively with a diverse team to deliver NICE-approved therapeutic interventions, primarily for clients experiencing mild to moderate anxiety and depression. Candidates should have a PWP qualification from an accredited training program, be skilled in assessment and treatment for Step 2 interventions, and possess a strong commitment to patient care and the local community.
Successful applicants will be responsible for accepting referrals, assessing client needs, providing self-management support, and delivering evidence-based low-intensity psychological treatments, which may include guided self-help and computerised CBT. The position requires strong organisational skills, adherence to activity contracts for client contacts and clinical sessions, and participation in multi-disciplinary meetings to ensure effective treatment delivery and minimal waiting times. The Trust values diversity and encourages applicants with varied backgrounds and relevant lived experiences in mental health.
Successful applicants will be responsible for accepting referrals, assessing client needs, providing self-management support, and delivering evidence-based low-intensity psychological treatments, which may include guided self-help and computerised CBT. The position requires strong organisational skills, adherence to activity contracts for client contacts and clinical sessions, and participation in multi-disciplinary meetings to ensure effective treatment delivery and minimal waiting times. The Trust values diversity and encourages applicants with varied backgrounds and relevant lived experiences in mental health.
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, 12 month fixed term contract
An opportunity exists for highly motivated and enthusiastic, qualified NHS Talking Therapies compliant psychological wellbeing practitioners (PWPs) who share our passion for great patient care and making a difference, to apply for roles within our busy NHS Talking Therapies service based in NE Essex.
The post holders will work alongside a large team that includes other psychological wellbeing practitioners, cognitive behavioural therapists, primary care counsellors/therapists who provide a range of NICE approved therapeutic interventions for depression and anxiety disorders. This is a demanding but well supported position. We are particularly keen to hear from applicants who have a commitment to working in the local region, from those with diverse backgrounds and from people who bring lived experience relevant to mental health work.
The successful applicants will be skilled and experienced in dealing with assessment and treatment provision for clients requiring Step 2 interventions, highly motivated with the ability to organise and prioritise their own workload and have completed an approved NHS Talking Therapies compliant training.
Postholders will:
- Accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service.
- Assess and support people with a common mental health problem in the self-management of their recovery.
- Undertakes patient - centred interviews which identifies areas where the person wishes to see change and or recovery and makes an accurate assessment of risk to self and others.
- Provide a range of information and support for evidence based high volume low - intensity psychological treatments. This may include guided self - help computerised CBT, information about pharmacological treatments. This work may be face to face, telephone or via other media.
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The post-holder will
- Hold an NHS Talking Therapies compliant Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner qualification from a training programme that is accredited by the British Psychological Society.
- Offer evidence-based practice in facilitated self-help, computerised CBT and stress management groups
- Work within the NHS Talking Therapies service providing high volume low intensity interventions which will be a range of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) based self-management interventions to clients with mild to moderate anxiety and depression.
- Adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the number of client contacts offered, and clinical sessions carried out per week in order to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient.
- Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate.
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To work as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) in the UK, you typically need a combination of academic qualifications, skills, and certain personal qualities. Here are some key skills and qualifications required for this role:
Academic Qualifications:
1. Relevant Educational Background: A degree in psychology or a related field is usually required. Some PWPs hold postgraduate qualifications in clinical psychology, counseling, or mental health.
2. Training in IAPT: Completing a training program approved by the Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) initiative is typically necessary. This can be a certificate or diploma course in low-intensity cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Key Skills:
1. Assessment Skills: Ability to conduct assessments of patients’ psychological wellbeing and understand their mental health needs.
2. Therapeutic Skills: Proficiency in low-intensity CBT techniques and other evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
3. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with patients and document assessments and progress.
4. Empathy and Compassion: Ability to build rapport and a trusting relationship with patients, showing understanding and empathy.
5. Problem-Solving Skills: Capability to help patients develop coping strategies and problem-solving skills to manage their mental health challenges.
6. Organizational Skills: Effectiveness in managing caseloads, scheduling appointments, and keeping accurate records.
7. Cultural Competence: Awareness and understanding of diverse backgrounds and the ability to work sensitively with individuals from different cultures.
8. Teamwork: Capacity to work collaboratively with other health professionals, including psychologists, counselors, and general practitioners.
9. Resilience: Ability to manage stress and maintain professionalism in a potentially challenging environment.
Personal Qualities:
1. Patience: Being patient and supportive as patients work through their challenges.
2. Motivation for Helping: A genuine interest in supporting individuals in improving their mental health and wellbeing.
3. Open-Mindedness: Willingness to consider different perspectives and approaches to mental health.
4. Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt interventions based on individual patient needs and circumstances.
Additional Considerations:
- Experience in Mental Health: Previous experience working in a mental health setting, even in a voluntary role, is often advantageous.
- Continuing Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing training and learning to stay updated with the latest practices in psychological wellbeing and therapies.
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