Integrated Psychological Therapies Service (IPTS) Practitioner

NHS; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Carmarthen seeks a qualified professional to deliver mental health support and psychological interventions. The role requires a registered practitioner with a relevant degree and clinical experience, offering a salary of £39,263 to £47,280 per annum. The position focuses on autonomy in care planning and collaboration with other health professionals.

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Nurse (RMN) or equivalent qualification required.
• Current registration on a professional register is essential.
• Specialist knowledge gained through theoretical and practical training.

Responsibilities

• Assess service users experiencing mental health difficulties.
• Work autonomously to develop tailored care plans.
• Liaise with other health professionals and provide clinical supervision.

Skills

Psychological interventions

Clinical skills

Time management

Communication

Education

Degree in Nursing/Social Work/Occupational Therapy

Job description

Overview

The Integrated Psychological Therapies Service (IPTS) provides intensive support for people experiencing mental health related conditions and require psychological therapeutic intervention. We work collaboratively with other mental health service providers and are committed to providing care for service users and their families/carers within the least restrictive environment.

Interested individuals will be expected to be enthusiastic, flexible to the needs of the service and committed to the working ethos of the IPTS model. The ability to travel between sites in a timely manner is essential as travel across the three Counties will be required.

It is essential that you have a recognised professional qualification such as nurse registration/social work/occupational therapy. Applicants will require a sound knowledge of current issues pertaining to mental health and psychological well-being.

Main duties

• Accept and screen referrals via agreed protocols within the IPTS, and make decisions on the suitability of new referrals, and liaise with the referrer if necessary.
• Assess service users who may be experiencing difficulties with their mental health and may be in need of psychological interventions.
• Work autonomously to undertake person-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.
• Formulate a plan and implement tailored packages of care using evidence-based psychological therapies. Develop programmes of care for service users with complex needs.
• Undertake ongoing and continuous assessments in terms of the effectiveness of the interventions being delivered as adjustments to plans may be required.
• Provide advice to service users and carers, recognising the involvement of carers and provide support for them, and with the client’s consent involve carers in the care planning process where appropriate.
• Be responsible for a delegated clinical caseload within their identified areas of responsibility.
• Access clinical supervision for work/caseload review and further ad hoc supervision relevant to their practice modality.
• Work collaboratively and liaise/work with other members of their team, appropriate in-patient units, CMHTs and other identified teams and agencies/professionals.

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties. We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services. We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Details

Date posted: 05 November 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £39,263 to £47,280 a year per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 100-NMR344-1125

Job locations: Ty Myddfai, Cillefwr Industrial Estate Glien Road Johnstown, Carmarthen, SA31 3RB

Job responsibilities

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Interviews to be held on 04/12/2025.

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Qualifications & Knowledge

Essential

• Formal Qualification: RMN/Degree in Nursing/Social Work/OT
• Current registration on a professional register
• Specialist knowledge of clinical skills within the field to postgraduate diploma level gained through theoretical and practical training and experience
• Knowledge of NMC and other professional bodies' codes of practice
• Knowledge of current policies, practices & procedures within nursing, healthcare and HDUHB
• Knowledge of extended role responsibilities
• Understanding of clinical competence & clinical governance
• Awareness of topical issues in clinical skills
• Knowledge of clinical supervision & clinical effectiveness in the workplace
• Post-registration autonomous working experience
• Current clinical experience in mental health
• Experience of providing psychological interventions for people with mental health difficulties (e.g., anxiety management, distress tolerance)
• Evidence of working on own initiative, time management and prioritising
• Experience of extended clinical responsibilities
• Experience in clinical audit

Desirable

• Student Nurse Practice Co-ordinator (or equivalent)
• PSI, CBT certificate
• Knowledge on mindfulness approaches and their application to mental health interventions
• NVQ D32/D33 or equivalent noted in other language

Experience

Essential

• Period of post-registration clinical experience where a degree of autonomous working has been required
• Current clinical experience in mental health
• Experience of providing psychological interventions for people with mental health difficulties (e.g., anxiety management, distress tolerance)
• Evidence of working on own initiative, time management and prioritising
• Experience of extended clinical responsibilities
• Experience in clinical audit

Desirable

• Experience of facilitating or co-facilitating psychological intervention groups or psycho-social education groups
• Experience of delivering structured psychological therapy under supervision
• Experience of using DBT skills with clients in a group setting
• Experience of conducting audit or research
• Experience of staff management and Personal Development Review

Language Skills

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1) – Desirable

Disclosures

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to be submitted to the DBS to check for any previous convictions.

Other

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require UK skilled worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. See also guidance on overseas criminal records checks.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Employer name: Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address: Ty Myddfai, Cillefwr Industrial Estate Glien Road Johnstown, Carmarthen, SA31 3RB

Employer's website: https://hduhb.nhs.wales/