Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (Hybrid Training)

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust is hiring a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join the Dorset Steps 2 Wellbeing Service. The role involves training with a university-led program and working across Dorset in hybrid settings, with some office-based work and a requirement to travel for Trust business.

The post focuses on delivering CBT-based Guided Self-Help for mild to moderate anxiety and depression, with protected study time and regular supervision.

Qualifications

• Evidence of ability to study successfully at level 4 or 5
• GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above or equivalent
• Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or within a psychological therapy
• Psychology or other health related undergraduate/postgraduate degree

Responsibilities

• Provide initial patient assessments and treatment to support people
• Provide phone, online, and face-to-face support
• Carrying out risk assessments
• Liaise with other agencies and signpost/referral to services such as housing, CMHT, employment
• Receive regular clinical supervision

Skills

Mental health experience

CBT knowledge

Primary care experience

Caseload management

Group facilitation

Education

Level 4/5 study ability

GCSE Maths & English C

Training in health/psychology field

Psychology or health-related degree

Job description

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust is hiring a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join the Dorset Steps 2 Wellbeing Service. The role involves training with a university-led program and working across Dorset in hybrid settings, with some office-based work and a requirement to travel for Trust business.

The post focuses on delivering CBT-based Guided Self-Help for mild to moderate anxiety and depression, with protected study time and regular supervision.