NHS Rotherham Talking Therapies is a well-established, high performing, friendly service looking to recruit a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) who is dedicated and passionate about providing high quality evidence-based psychological therapy to people with common mental health problems.
The post-holder must have completed either a Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) PWP course and have experience of working in a Primary Care setting, preferably a Talking Therapies service, and must hold or be working towards the relevant registration with the BABCP or BPS. An equivalent Post Graduate Certificate in Primary Mental Health Care may also be considered.
The post-holder will work within the NHS Rotherham Talking Therapies service based in Rotherham and provide evidence-based high volume, low intensity interventions to patients with mild to moderate anxiety and depression via face-to-face, telephone, video, typed therapy (e-clinic). The post holder will also be expected to deliver group therapy.
Please note that this post is NOT a remote-only position and the post-holder will be expected to work from the office base, as well as in various venues across the locality; therefore, the ability to travel is essential. The post-holder will also have the opportunity to work from home a few days a week.
Applicants Must Be Able To
* Deliver evidence-based low intensity psychological interventions to patients with common mental health problems in accordance with NICE guidelines (National Institute for Clinical Excellence) and the Talking Therapies manual stepped care model.
* Accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service and develop programmes of care packages.
* Assess and support people with common mental health problems in the self-management of their recovery.
* Undertake patient-centred assessments which identify areas where the person wishes to see change and/or recovery and make an accurate assessment of risk to self and others.
* Make decisions on the suitability of new referrals, adhering to the service referral protocols, refer unsuitable clients to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary, or use clinical judgement to determine whether treatment at the appropriate psychological therapy level is required.
* Engage in regular clinical and case management supervision, clinical skills sessions, and deliver group therapy.
Attend Additional Training As And When Required.
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employs around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability, and drug and alcohol services.
About
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organization. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first-class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer, visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organization. View our Allyship Video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://ptracaccpublic.blob.core.windows.net/docs-employer/340/2515/Main_Terms_and_Conditions.pdf
For further details or informal visits, contact:
* Name: Nicola Logan
* Job title: Team Manager
* Email: nicola.logan7@nhs.net
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