Primary Care PWP: Low-Intensity CBT Specialist

North West Borough Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Knowsley; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking enthusiastic Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners to deliver low intensity cognitive behavioural therapy for adults with mild to moderate depression and anxiety within primary care settings.

You will operate with an inclusive values base, maintain robust clinical records, and contribute to service transformation initiatives while working flexibly to meet patient needs.

Qualifications

• Having passed an accredited course and being specifically qualified as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner.
• Registration with BABCP or BPS within 12 months for newly qualified staff.
• Knowledge of primary care mental health interventions and self-help materials.

Responsibilities

• Deliver low intensity CBT interventions for mild to moderate anxiety and depression.
• Assess referrals and plan stepped care in collaboration with the team.
• Maintain records and contribute to data collection and reporting.
• Facilitate group or course delivery for patients or community members.

Skills

Excellent communication

Computer literate

Primary care experience

Willingness to learn cCBT tools

Education

PGCert in Primary Care Mental Health Practice

Registration with BABCP or BPS

Tools

SilverCloud

Job description

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking enthusiastic Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners to deliver low intensity cognitive behavioural therapy for adults with mild to moderate depression and anxiety within primary care settings.

You will operate with an inclusive values base, maintain robust clinical records, and contribute to service transformation initiatives while working flexibly to meet patient needs.