Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
We're seeking a qualified and accredited Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join our integrated primary care mental health team at HMP Millsike. As a PWP, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, low-intensity cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) interventions to clients with mild to moderate anxiety and depression, aligning with Step 2 IAPT guidelines. Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities Conduct person-centred assessments, manage referrals, and support individuals in their self-management and recovery journeys. Deliver guided self-help in both 1:1 and group settings, drawing from CBT principles. Collaborate in multi-disciplinary teams, attending meetings, and contributing to step-up and step-down arrangements. Ensure accurate data entry and maintain high standards in clinical record-keeping and confidentiality. Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders, upholding Rethink Mental Illness values. About us
We're Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity provider of mental health services in England. We support thousands of people through our groups, services, policy, campaigns, and advice and information. Our work supports us in delivering on our mission: A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness. It is an exciting time to join our growing charity. We are on a transformation journey, one that supports the delivery of the organisation strategy delivering Communities that Care. Supporting employees, managers, and leaders through this change is a key priority for the People function. Just like it’s key that we attract diverse people to come and work for us. Job responsibilities
Job Summary I work as part of an integrated primary care mental health team within the Prison to provide high volume, low intensity interventions which will be a range of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) based self-management interventions, for clients with mild to moderate anxiety and depression. This includes providing guided self-help in both 1:1 and group formats, in line with the current Step 2 IAPT guidelines. I am an accredited PWP, either with BPS or BABCP. Who I am?
I have the essentials covered: Successfully completed academic course of study in line with the IAPT Low Intensity National Programme and qualified as a PWP, e.g., Post Grad Diploma in Psychological Therapies. Accredited PWP, either BACP or BPS. Post-qualification experience in offering and delivering the full range of evidence-based IAPT low intensity interventions at Step 2. Evidence of working within a stepped care service with people who have experienced a mental health problem delivering and demonstrating recovery outcomes. Knowledge of assessment procedures, screening, referral, record-keeping, and evidence-based brief psychological interventions. Demonstrates an understanding use of evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post. I have the ability to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients and practice in a non-discriminatory manner, respecting the beliefs and cultural practices of individuals and groups. I operate at all times from an inclusive values base which promotes recovery and recognises and respects diversity. Experience of using clinical outcome measures to inform practice. I am a confident communicator with excellent verbal and written skills. I have working knowledge of standard IT packages including Microsoft Word, Excel, and use of database / information systems. Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and be self-reflective in own personal and professional development. General Duties:
To work within the Prison Service policies and procedures and to support the relevant programmes being run and contribute to the management of risk and public protection. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure and Home Office Prison Clearance. Act in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998. Ensure all records, personal, staff, and client data are managed in line with Data Management and Information Governance policies. Comply with legal and regulatory requirements such as provisions set out in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. As with all employees, workers, and volunteers; to encourage people to join Rethink Mental Illness as a member, donor, or activist. To act in accordance with the charity's Professional Boundaries, Health & Safety and Safeguarding policies and to notify your line manager promptly if there are any concerns. Attend clinical/managerial supervision on a regular basis as agreed with Manager. Take personal responsibility for individual performance review and respond to agreed objectives undertaking any relevant training. Respond to and implement suggestions by supervisors in clinical practice. Engage in and respond to personal development supervision to improve competences and clinical practice. Ensure clear objectives are identified, discussed, and reviewed with senior therapists on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development. Maintain professional registration requirements as appropriate to the role. Ensure the maintenance of internal standards of practice and regulatory bodies and keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health. This job profile and list of duties is not exhaustive and serves only to highlight the main requirements. The line manager may stipulate other reasonable requirements and projects commensurate with the general profile and grade of the post. Person Specification
Qualifications
Qualifications: Completed the IAPT Low Intensity National Programme and hold a PWP accreditation (BPS or BABCP). Experience: Demonstrated experience providing low-intensity, evidence-based interventions in a stepped-care environment. Skills: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and databases. Experience in a prison setting or with offender populations is beneficial, though not essential. 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.
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We're seeking a qualified and accredited Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join our integrated primary care mental health team at HMP Millsike. As a PWP, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, low-intensity cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) interventions to clients with mild to moderate anxiety and depression, aligning with Step 2 IAPT guidelines. Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities Conduct person-centred assessments, manage referrals, and support individuals in their self-management and recovery journeys. Deliver guided self-help in both 1:1 and group settings, drawing from CBT principles. Collaborate in multi-disciplinary teams, attending meetings, and contributing to step-up and step-down arrangements. Ensure accurate data entry and maintain high standards in clinical record-keeping and confidentiality. Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders, upholding Rethink Mental Illness values. About us
We're Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity provider of mental health services in England. We support thousands of people through our groups, services, policy, campaigns, and advice and information. Our work supports us in delivering on our mission: A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness. It is an exciting time to join our growing charity. We are on a transformation journey, one that supports the delivery of the organisation strategy delivering Communities that Care. Supporting employees, managers, and leaders through this change is a key priority for the People function. Just like it’s key that we attract diverse people to come and work for us. Job responsibilities
Job Summary I work as part of an integrated primary care mental health team within the Prison to provide high volume, low intensity interventions which will be a range of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) based self-management interventions, for clients with mild to moderate anxiety and depression. This includes providing guided self-help in both 1:1 and group formats, in line with the current Step 2 IAPT guidelines. I am an accredited PWP, either with BPS or BABCP. Who I am?
I have the essentials covered: Successfully completed academic course of study in line with the IAPT Low Intensity National Programme and qualified as a PWP, e.g., Post Grad Diploma in Psychological Therapies. Accredited PWP, either BACP or BPS. Post-qualification experience in offering and delivering the full range of evidence-based IAPT low intensity interventions at Step 2. Evidence of working within a stepped care service with people who have experienced a mental health problem delivering and demonstrating recovery outcomes. Knowledge of assessment procedures, screening, referral, record-keeping, and evidence-based brief psychological interventions. Demonstrates an understanding use of evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post. I have the ability to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients and practice in a non-discriminatory manner, respecting the beliefs and cultural practices of individuals and groups. I operate at all times from an inclusive values base which promotes recovery and recognises and respects diversity. Experience of using clinical outcome measures to inform practice. I am a confident communicator with excellent verbal and written skills. I have working knowledge of standard IT packages including Microsoft Word, Excel, and use of database / information systems. Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and be self-reflective in own personal and professional development. General Duties:
To work within the Prison Service policies and procedures and to support the relevant programmes being run and contribute to the management of risk and public protection. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure and Home Office Prison Clearance. Act in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998. Ensure all records, personal, staff, and client data are managed in line with Data Management and Information Governance policies. Comply with legal and regulatory requirements such as provisions set out in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. As with all employees, workers, and volunteers; to encourage people to join Rethink Mental Illness as a member, donor, or activist. To act in accordance with the charity's Professional Boundaries, Health & Safety and Safeguarding policies and to notify your line manager promptly if there are any concerns. Attend clinical/managerial supervision on a regular basis as agreed with Manager. Take personal responsibility for individual performance review and respond to agreed objectives undertaking any relevant training. Respond to and implement suggestions by supervisors in clinical practice. Engage in and respond to personal development supervision to improve competences and clinical practice. Ensure clear objectives are identified, discussed, and reviewed with senior therapists on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development. Maintain professional registration requirements as appropriate to the role. Ensure the maintenance of internal standards of practice and regulatory bodies and keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health. This job profile and list of duties is not exhaustive and serves only to highlight the main requirements. The line manager may stipulate other reasonable requirements and projects commensurate with the general profile and grade of the post. Person Specification
Qualifications
Qualifications: Completed the IAPT Low Intensity National Programme and hold a PWP accreditation (BPS or BABCP). Experience: Demonstrated experience providing low-intensity, evidence-based interventions in a stepped-care environment. Skills: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and databases. Experience in a prison setting or with offender populations is beneficial, though not essential. 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.
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