Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) - QualifiedNHS

Job summary

Wolverhampton Talking Therapies (which is part of Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust) offer interventions for Depression and all anxiety disorders. As a service we excel with positive client feedback and exceptionally high job satisfaction from our team.

We are looking for qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWP) with the passion and drive to join our clinical team of PWPs, Counsellors and CBT Therapists.

Whilst accreditation is desirable, if you are not yet accredited we are able to support you in applying once successfully appointed.

It is essentialthat successful applicants possess a qualification from Talking Therapies Approved Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Training Course. (Without this, your application will not be considered).

Main duties of the job

The role of a PWP is very dynamic, and though at its core is the treatment of Depression and anxiety, no two days are the same.

As a PWP you will be expected to demonstrate a high degree of competence and have experience working in mental health services . You will deliver Step 2 intervention to clients presenting with Depression and/or generalised anxiety disorder, using modalities of telephone, video, face-to-face and computerised.

Candidates are also expected to engage themselves in clinical and case management supervision, and be willing to undertake continuous professional development. A commitment to high quality client care, good organisational skills and excellent communication abilities are essential to this role.

Job description

The post holder will:

• be part of a Talking Therapies service and will provide Low Intensity Psychological Interventions involving CBT.
• work with clients who have anxiety and Depression related problems.
• treat people of different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and they should be committed to equal opportunities.

About us

The PWP role will be blended, and include both home (remote) working and office based work.

In return for your enthusiasm, hard work and commitment you will benefit from being part of an expanding service that has shared aims and goals, respects each other's differences and always has the wellbeing of the individual at the centre of all practice.

As a service we offer our PWPs:

• Monthly Clinical Group Supervision.
• Weekly Case Management Supervision - essential to effective skills development and case management and ensuring ethical practice.
• Regular opportunities for ongoing continuing personal development (CPD).
• Opportunities to lead on projects or champion specialisms.
• Involvement with ongoing service developments and priorities.