Step 2 Community Liaison Lead

Mental Health Matters; Cannock; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Pension 5%

Wellbeing programme

Cycle to work

Gym membership discount

Healthcare cash plan

Induction and probation program

Career development support

Job summary

Mental Health Matters is recruiting Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners to join the Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Talking Therapies Service. You will work in the Step 2 team, delivering low-intensity treatments with supervision and opportunities to advance to Step 3, while enjoying flexible working arrangements across the locality.

We seek candidates who can commit to 18 months to 2 years of service, contributing to learning, development and a supportive team culture within a values-led

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with at least two years post-qualification experience.
• Completed the PWP Supervision Training.
• Must be BABCP or BPS registered.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based psychological wellbeing support within Talking Therapies.
• Lead and support delivery of low-intensity treatment across Staffordshire, working within the Step 2 team and collaborating with Step 3.

Skills

PWP

BABCP/BPS registered

Post-qualification experience

Job description

Job Summary

The successful candidates will join the team at Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Wellbeing Service. Working as part of the Step 2 team, we will offer numerous prospects for learning and development through strong team support, clinical supervision, and integration with our Step 3 team. In addition to this we offer a comprehensive employee package including the opportunity to work flexibly across the locality.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidates will join the team at Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Wellbeing Service. Working as part of the Step 2 team, we will offer numerous prospects for learning and development through strong team support, clinical supervision, and integration with our Step 3 team. In addition to this we offer a comprehensive employee package including the opportunity to work flexibly across the locality. This role will entail taking time to build up trust and effective relationships with individuals and representatives of community groups and services. We hope to receive applications from those who would be looking to stay for at least 18 months - 2 years which will provide some consistency.

About us

Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity delivering innovative, life-changing mental health support for individuals and communities across the UK. Through our diverse range of services, we help people improve their mental wellbeing, overcome barriers and lead fulfilling lives. Everything we do is people focused. Whether supporting those who access our services or investing in the wellbeing and development of our colleagues, people are at the heart of MHM. Our workforce is the driving force behind our success, and we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and values-led environment where talented individuals can thrive and make a meaningful difference. By joining MHM, you'll become part of a compassionate and ambitious organisation that is committed to improving mental health, promoting recovery and creating positive change in communities across the country.

Job Responsibilities

Step 2 Community Liaison Lead Hours: 37.5 Salary: AfC Band 6 £39,959 per annum, with progression to £48,117 per annum Location: South Staffordshire - which covers Cannock, Stafford, Burton & Uttoxeter, Tamworth, Lichfield and Burntwood and Seisdon. Hybrid working arrangements but must be able to travel across the locality.

About You If you have aspirations to develop and progress in your career, the Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Talking Therapies team is leading the way in providing excellent opportunities for training and our focus on staff wellbeing and flexible working arrangements enable our workforce to enjoy a good work life balance. Do you have a passion for working with people who have common mental health problems and a desire to become part of a leadership and management team to manage and support the delivery of low-Intensity treatment across Staffordshire? Do you have a passion for developing and enhancing the PWP role? Do you have the skills and drive to inform, influence, and empower members of the local community to engage in Talking Therapies. You will possess a clear understanding of the importance of equality and diversity and will strive to promote equality of access to Talking Therapies and social inclusion. Please refer to the attached job description for full details on person specification for this role.

About The Role The Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Talking Therapies Service is a creative organisation which embraces staff ideas to constantly seek ways of taking the service forward to adapt to changing expectations. You must be a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner who can provide evidence of at least two years of post qualification experience working within the PWP role. You will have completed the PWP Supervision Training. You will be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of how anxiety and depression present in Primary Care. You will also be either BABCP or BPS registered. The successful candidates will join the team at Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Wellbeing Service. Working as part of the Step 2 team, we will offer numerous prospects for learning and development through strong team support, clinical supervision, and integration with our Step 3 team. In addition to this we offer a comprehensive employee package including the opportunity to work flexibly across the locality. This role will entail taking time to build up trust and effective relationships with individuals and representatives of community groups and services. We hope to receive applications from those who would be looking to stay for at least 18 months - 2 years which will provide some consistency. Please refer to the attached job description for full job details.

Why Join Us?

Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity delivering innovative, life-changing mental health support for individuals and communities across the UK. Through our diverse range of services, we help people improve their mental wellbeing, overcome barriers and lead fulfilling lives. Everything we do is people focused. Whether supporting those who access our services or investing in the wellbeing and development of our colleagues, people are at the heart of MHM. Our workforce is the driving force behind our success, and we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and values-led environment where talented individuals can thrive and make a meaningful difference. By joining MHM, you'll become part of a compassionate and ambitious organisation that is committed to improving mental health, promoting recovery and creating positive change in communities across the country.

What we offer

You will go through our comprehensive, in-person training program in your first week of employment which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role, as well as offering a great opportunity to get to know your new colleagues. In addition, you will receive:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave per annum, plus statutory holidays, rising with length of service
• A 5% contributory pension scheme, with the opportunity to increase contributions.
• A holistic approach to your health and wellbeing, including Employee assistance programme and personalised wellbeing action plans.
• Enhanced family friendly policies, pay and leave.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• A discount platform covering online, high street and supermarket purchases.
• You will receive a tailored induction and probation review program which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role
• Our structured career development pathways and support from our accredited Learning Team will provide you with advice and guidance on how to access development to allow you to flourish in your chosen career

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe everyone should have access to fair and accessible opportunities, and we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are welcoming and inclusive for all. During the application process, we may ask for some personal information to help us understand how we can make our recruitment practices as fair and accessible as possible. Any information you provide will be treated confidentially and used solely for this purpose. We value the unique experiences, perspectives and contributions that diversity brings and are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported and able to be themselves.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. Closing Date: 27th September Anticipated Interview Date: Tuesday 13th Oct or Wed 13th October.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• You must be a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner who can provide evidence of at least two years of post qualification experience working within the PWP role. You will have completed the PWP Supervision Training. You will be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of how anxiety and depression present in Primary Care. You will also be either BABCP or BPS registered.

Experience

Essential

• You must be a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner who can provide evidence of at least two years of post qualification experience working within the PWP role. You will have completed the PWP Supervision Training. You will be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of how anxiety and depression present in Primary Care. You will also be either BABCP or BPS registered.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe everyone should have access to fair and accessible opportunities, and we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are welcoming and inclusive for all. During the application process, we may ask for some personal information to help us understand how we can make our recruitment practices as fair and accessible as possible. Any information you provide will be treated confidentially and used solely for this purpose. We value the unique experiences, perspectives and contributions that diversity brings and are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported and able to be themselves.