Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

JCasp Technologies - Website Apps & AI/ML Development Company; Oldham; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health services is seeking a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) to join their dynamic team. This role involves delivering high volume, low intensity CBT interventions for individuals facing common mental health challenges. The ideal candidate will possess a Diploma in Low Intensity Psychological interventions and be a Registered PWP or in the process of registration. With a focus on flexible working, including remote options, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the community while working alongside a multidisciplinary team. If you are passionate about mental health and eager to contribute to a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Essential: Diploma in Low Intensity Psychological interventions.
• Must be a Registered PWP or in the process of registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide high volume, low intensity CBT interventions.
• Conduct assessments and interventions face to face, via phone, or in groups.

Skills

Good written communication skills

Good verbal communication skills

Flexibility in working hours

Education

Diploma/Certificate in Low Intensity Psychological interventions

Qualification from PWP (IAPT) Training Course

Registered PWP or working towards registration

Job description

Please note qualification from PWP (IAPT) Training Course or equivalent, i.e., Qualified Graduate Mental Health Worker with significant and relevant Primary Care experience is essential to this post.

We welcome applications from trainees who are close to completing their training.

Applicants must be a Registered PWP or beginning the process if recently qualified.

Talking Therapies Oldham are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed qualified PWP to join their highly successful and motivated team. For the role, you must have a Diploma/Certificate in Low Intensity Psychological interventions in order to provide high volume, low intensity CBT interventions for people with common mental health problems. Assessments and interventions may be delivered face to face, via the telephone, or in groups. Good written and communication skills need to be of a high standard along with the ability to work flexibly, including flexible working from home.

Talking Therapies Oldham is part of the Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) Programme and offers assessment and treatment for people referred via their GP or through a self-referral pathway, with common mental health problems. The service works with adults aged 16 and above, from various cultural backgrounds.

The service is made up of a multidisciplinary team, including Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners, Counsellors, Cognitive Behavioural Therapists, Primary Care Mental Health Nurses, Psychologists, and Admin staff.

Please see attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Please refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge, and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application, by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity to be shortlisted.

Applicants must be registered with BABCP or BPS or working towards.