Prison-Based Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner — CBT

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust; North East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS organization in the UK is seeking a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to deliver low intensity psychological interventions to service users. The role involves providing compassionate care alongside a multi-disciplinary team within a prison environment. The successful candidate will have qualifications in mental health and demonstrate experience in patient management. A commitment to enhancing recovery and wellbeing is essential. Furthermore, this role offers developmental opportunities to enhance skills in a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with people with mental health/learning disability difficulties.
• Minimum of six months' supervised practice in clinical care and low-intensity interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide low intensity psychological interventions to service users.
• Work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to conduct thorough assessments

Skills in the provision of psycho-educational groups

Education

Qualification from an accredited BPS or BABCP PWP programme

Psychology or other health-related undergraduate degree

Job description

An NHS organization in the UK is seeking a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to deliver low intensity psychological interventions to service users. The role involves providing compassionate care alongside a multi-disciplinary team within a prison environment. The successful candidate will have qualifications in mental health and demonstrate experience in patient management. A commitment to enhancing recovery and wellbeing is essential. Furthermore, this role offers developmental opportunities to enhance skills in a supportive workplace.