Trainee PWP – CBT Interventions in Prison (Hybrid Uni Study)

Spinx; North East; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

25 days annual leave

Wellbeing support

Learning and development

Pension

Job summary

Rethink Mental Illness is seeking a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join our integrated mental health team at HMP Durham. You will deliver low-intensity CBT-based interventions, provide guided self-help, and work with a multidisciplinary team in a prison setting while completing university training.

The role involves four days in service and one day at university, with professional supervision and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in a relevant subject (e.g., psychology, nursing, social work, occupational therapy).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to completing the required PWP university training programme.

Responsibilities

• Delivering low-intensity CBT-based interventions and guided self-help.
• Assessing and supporting individuals with common mental health difficulties.
• Managing a caseload and maintaining accurate clinical records.
• Working within a multidisciplinary team and participating in supervision and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to training

Education

Degree or diploma in psychology/related field

Job description

Rethink Mental Illness is seeking a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join our integrated mental health team at HMP Durham. You will deliver low-intensity CBT-based interventions, provide guided self-help, and work with a multidisciplinary team in a prison setting while completing university training.

The role involves four days in service and one day at university, with professional supervision and development opportunities.