Trainee PWP

Job title:

Trainee PWP

Company

Mental Health Matters

Job description

Hours of work: 37.5 hrsSalary: £25,147 per annum (NHS AFC Band 4)Base: TBC – Staffordshire (Tamworth, Cannock, Stafford or Newcastle)About usMental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 35 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health and social care services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Plymouth, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support.Everything about MHM is people focused, our people are central to delivering the highest quality of service and care to our clients and service users.If you are a highly organised and motivated individual with a commitment to the NHS and patient care then we would welcome your application to study for the professional role of Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. Successful candidates will be trained to deliver Low Intensity Psychological Interventions, which are the cornerstone of NHS Talking Therapies Services (formally known as IAPT).About the roleYou will work within the service, whilst undertaking a programme of training at University of Birmingham, where they will progressively learn how to deliver low intensity interventions, at high volume, with patients with anxiety and depression. You will receive excellent support in the role including extensive clinical and caseload supervision.You will offer a range of effective treatment and support available to people with common mental health problems such as depression and anxiety and extend this support to provide psychological intervention services to adults with an intellectual/learning disability who have concurrent common mental health problems.The post holder will split their time between university attendance and working in service, conducting assessments, and providing face to face and remote Low Intensity Interventions.Please note: It is a requirement of the role, that successful candidates seek BABCP accreditation following 6 months of relevant patient contact.About youIf you are a highly organised and motivated individual with a commitment to the NHS and patient care then we would welcome your application to study for the professional role of Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. Successful candidates will be trained to deliver Low Intensity Psychological Interventions, which are the cornerstone of NHS Talking Therapies Services (formally known as IAPT).You will have experience of working with Adults who have experienced common Mental Health Difficulties and will be able to inspire and engage people and have the ability to identify barriers and understand client needs, while possessing excellent motivational skills.You will have an understanding of working with adults with a variety of complex needs, and experience of working with mental health, physical health, learning needs and substance misuse issues would be an advantage for this post. Your knowledge of working within a community-based service is essential and will have equipped you with the relevant communication and interpersonal skills required to build good therapeutic relationships with clientsYou will be able to demonstrate high standards in written communication as well as excellent verbal communication including telephone skills. You will also be able to evaluate and put in place the skills and knowledge that you are provided with as part of the training and development opportunities included in this role.Successful applicants will hold:

• Qualifications suitable to their level of study
• Postgraduate Certificate (M Level) qualification route
• A degree in a relevant subject or equivalent (e.g., Registered Nurses and AHPs).
• Graduate Certificate route
• 2 Advanced Level GCEs (A-C) or equivalent (e.g., B-tec, GNVQ, NVQ Level 3 and 4
• Relevant experience necessary for clinical practice
• Significant experience of working with people who have suffered with a mental health problem.

What we offerYou will go through our comprehensive, in-person training program in your first week of employment which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role, as well as offering a great opportunity to get to know your new colleagues.In addition, you will receive:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave per annum, plus statutory holidays, rising with length of service.

• A 5% contributory pension scheme, with the opportunity to increase contributions.

• A holistic approach to your health and wellbeing, including Employee assistance programme and personalised wellbeing action plans.

• Enhanced family friendly policies, pay and leave.

• Cycle to work scheme.

• Discounted gym membership.

• Healthcare cash plan.

• A discount platform covering online, high street and supermarket purchases.

• You will receive a tailored induction and probation review program which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role.

• Our structured career development pathways and support will provide you with advice and guidance on how to access development to allow you to flourish in your chosen career.

Closing date: 16th June 2024*Shortlisted applicants will: * Attend for academic screening on either 23rd & 24th July 2024

• Successful applicants will then be invited to attend a workplace interview early August

• The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

When completing your application please be as accurate as possible and provide up-to-date information and reference details in order that your application can be processed in a timely manner.This exciting role has been developed to support patient care and NHS service delivery. It is for this reason that the training and salary are being supported with public funds and we would ask you to apply to one Trust or Service and one HEI.Please note that due to the sensitive nature of the duties, an enhanced DBS will be sought in event of a successful application.All disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential short-listing criteria are guaranteed an interview.MHM is an Equal Opportunities Employer.Vacancy ID : 019388 Closing Date : 16-Jun-2024 23:59
Contact Person : Louise Humphries Contact Email :
Contact Number : 01827 263838
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Expected salary

£25147 per year

Location

Staffordshire

Job date

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 07:48:55 GMT

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