Main area: Qualified Psychological Well-being Practitioner Grade Band 5
Contract: Permanent
Hours:
Full time
Flexible working
37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 376-NLTT-0103-A
Employer: Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Centenary Clinic
Town: Rotherham
Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 05/02/2025 08:00
Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Band 5
Job overview
NHS Rotherham Talking Therapies is a well-established, high performing, friendly service looking to recruit a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) who is dedicated and passionate about providing high quality evidence-based psychological therapy to people with common mental health problems. The post-holder must have completed either a Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) PWP course and have experience of working in a Primary Care setting, preferably a Talking Therapies service, and must hold relevant registration with the BABCP or BPS.
An equivalent Post Graduate Certificate in Primary Mental Health Care may also be considered. The post-holder will work within the NHS Rotherham Talking Therapies service based in Rotherham and provide evidence-based high volume, low intensity interventions to patients with mild to moderate anxiety and depression via face to face, telephone, video, and typed therapy (e-clinic). The post-holder will also be expected to deliver group therapy. Please note that this post is
NOT
a remote only position and the post-holder will be expected to work from the office base, as well as in various venues across the locality; therefore, the ability to travel is essential. The post-holder will also have the opportunity to work from home a few days a week. Main duties of the job
Deliver evidence-based low intensity psychological interventions to patients with common mental health problems in accordance with NICE guidelines (National Institute for Clinical Excellence) and the Talking Therapies manual stepped care model. Accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service and develop programmes of care packages. Assess and support people with common mental health problems in the self-management of their recovery. Undertake patient-centred assessments which identify areas where the person wishes to see change and/or recovery and make an accurate assessment of risk to self and others. Make decisions on the suitability of new referrals, adhering to the service referral protocols, refer unsuitable clients to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary, or use clinical judgement to determine whether treatment is required at intensity psychological therapy. Engage in regular clinical and case management supervision, clinical skills sessions, and deliver group therapy. Attend additional training as and when required. Working for our organisation
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employs around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected. We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability, and drug and alcohol services. We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first-class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role. Person specification
Current PWP registration
Evidence of PWP registration with BABCP or BPS Experience of working within Primary Care MH
Evidence of working within primary care mental health Experience of working in a Talking Therapies service We welcome applications from individuals who may require sponsorship [if eligible] under the skilled worker or health & care visa route.
Please note, not all vacancies are eligible for sponsorship. Before applying, you can make a self-assessment of potential eligibility for sponsorship using the criteria for the skilled worker visa under the UK’s points-based immigration system here: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa Employer certification / accreditation badges
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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Band 5
Job overview
NHS Rotherham Talking Therapies is a well-established, high performing, friendly service looking to recruit a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) who is dedicated and passionate about providing high quality evidence-based psychological therapy to people with common mental health problems. The post-holder must have completed either a Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) PWP course and have experience of working in a Primary Care setting, preferably a Talking Therapies service, and must hold relevant registration with the BABCP or BPS.
An equivalent Post Graduate Certificate in Primary Mental Health Care may also be considered. The post-holder will work within the NHS Rotherham Talking Therapies service based in Rotherham and provide evidence-based high volume, low intensity interventions to patients with mild to moderate anxiety and depression via face to face, telephone, video, and typed therapy (e-clinic). The post-holder will also be expected to deliver group therapy. Please note that this post is
NOT
a remote only position and the post-holder will be expected to work from the office base, as well as in various venues across the locality; therefore, the ability to travel is essential. The post-holder will also have the opportunity to work from home a few days a week. Main duties of the job
Deliver evidence-based low intensity psychological interventions to patients with common mental health problems in accordance with NICE guidelines (National Institute for Clinical Excellence) and the Talking Therapies manual stepped care model. Accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service and develop programmes of care packages. Assess and support people with common mental health problems in the self-management of their recovery. Undertake patient-centred assessments which identify areas where the person wishes to see change and/or recovery and make an accurate assessment of risk to self and others. Make decisions on the suitability of new referrals, adhering to the service referral protocols, refer unsuitable clients to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary, or use clinical judgement to determine whether treatment is required at intensity psychological therapy. Engage in regular clinical and case management supervision, clinical skills sessions, and deliver group therapy. Attend additional training as and when required. Working for our organisation
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employs around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected. We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability, and drug and alcohol services. We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first-class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role. Person specification
Current PWP registration
Evidence of PWP registration with BABCP or BPS Experience of working within Primary Care MH
Evidence of working within primary care mental health Experience of working in a Talking Therapies service We welcome applications from individuals who may require sponsorship [if eligible] under the skilled worker or health & care visa route.
Please note, not all vacancies are eligible for sponsorship. Before applying, you can make a self-assessment of potential eligibility for sponsorship using the criteria for the skilled worker visa under the UK’s points-based immigration system here: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa Employer certification / accreditation badges
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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