Occupational Health and Wellbeing Mental Health Practitioner

Derbyshire Constabulary; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police force in East Midlands is seeking a dedicated Occupational Health and Wellbeing Mental Health Practitioner to support the mental health of its officers and staff. The role involves providing counselling, designing training, and maintaining a network of mental health resources. Candidates must be registered Mental Health Practitioners with relevant experience and skills. This position offers the chance to make a positive impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Practitioner with current level one NMC registration.
• Experience in Occupational Health or similar setting.
• Able to deliver mental health awareness training.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling and therapeutic support for mental health challenges.
• Design and deliver mental health training.
• Build and maintain external mental health resources.

Skills

Counselling skills

Knowledge of mental health conditions

Assessment tools knowledge

Therapeutic support

Education

Registered Mental Health Practitioner

Job description

Promote a healthy and supportive workplace at Derbyshire Constabulary!

This is a brand-new role in our expanding Occupational Health and Wellbeing department. It offers an incredible opportunity to make a difference by supporting the mental health and wellbeing of officers and staff who often work in high-stress environments with regular exposure to trauma.

As our Occupational Health and Wellbeing Mental Health Practitioner you will play a pivotal role in ensuring proactive strategies are implemented to promote a healthy and supportive workplace.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing counselling and therapeutic support for individuals experiencing mental health challenges
• Designing and delivering mental health awareness training
• Building and maintaining a network of external mental health resources

What You’ll Need

A full list of essential requirements can be found on the job description for this role, and include:

• To be a registered Mental Health Practitioner with current level one NMC registration
• Experience working as a mental health practitioner, preferably in Occupational Health or a similar setting
• Knowledge of mental health conditions, assessment tools, counselling techniques, and evidence-based interventions

About Us

At Derbyshire Constabulary, policing isn’t just patrolling the streets. Just as important as our uniformed officers is our dedicated team of professional support staff working behind the scenes. It’s these skilled people like you who contribute to the policing of Derbyshire.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion and eliminating discrimination.

What’s next

Click apply to attach your Supporting Statement and up to date CV, telling us how you meet all the essential/desirable criteria listed within the job description. Please ensure you include confirmation that you hold a full UK driving licence, and your NMC PIN in either your CV or supporting statement.

To support you with your application we have provided some CV Application Guidance and information about our recruitment process. If you want a chat about how we can help you throughout the recruitment process and your career with us, get in touch with the Talent Acquisition Team: [e-mail]