Step 2 Community Liaison Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

5% pension scheme

Employee wellbeing programme

Cycle to work

Discount platform

Tailored induction and probation

Career development

Job summary

Mental Health Matters is seeking a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join the Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Talking Therapies Service. The role focuses on delivering low-intensity treatment and supporting leadership in PWP services across the locality.

You will bring post-qualification experience, supervision training, and a strong understanding of anxiety and depression in primary care. Hybrid working and flexible patterns support staff wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with post-qualification experience.
• PWP Supervision Training completed.
• Strong understanding of anxiety and depression in Primary Care.
• BABCP or BPS registration or equivalent credential.

Responsibilities

• Provide low-intensity CBT within the Talking Therapies framework.
• Support delivery of PWP services across Staffordshire locality.
• Build trust and maintain effective relationships with community groups and services.
• Collaborate with Step 2 and Step 3 teams to deliver care.

Skills

PWP qualification

PWP Supervision Training

Anxiety & Depression in Primary Care

Team collaboration

Education

PWP Practitioner Certification

BABCP/BPS registration

Job description

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.
• 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.

The closing date given is a guide. 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.

Please note that due to the sensitive nature of the duties, an enhanced DBS will be sought in event of a successful application.