We are delighted to share this opportunity for a highly skilled and experienced psychological therapist to join our Staff Psychological Wellbeing Service in a unique and varied role. You will make a meaningful difference to NHS staff, work in a supportive team environment, benefit from flexible working and have the opportunity to contribute to innovative practice and collaborative working.
This is a part‑time (29.5 hours per week) post.
This post is advertised as a Band 6 and ideally candidates for this role must already be accredited with the BACP or BABCP. However, applicants who do not currently have the required accreditation for the Band 6 role but fulfil all the eligibility requirements for accreditation, are encouraged to apply. If successful, they will need to submit their application for accreditation within 6 months of their start date and will be appointed under the All‑Wales Annex 21 rules.
During the first year, payment will be 75% of the top rate of band 6 pay and once awarded accreditation, the post holder will then be paid at Band 6 (minimum point on the scale). Support and supervision will be provided in order to develop the successful applicant to the Band 6 role.
Failure to achieve accreditation and required competencies in the designated timeframe could result in re‑deployment.
Staff wellbeing is a key priority in Hywel Dda and our service is highly valued by staff, managers and senior leaders.
Responsibilities
* Provide expert brief short‑term psychological therapy for staff.
* Contribute to group interventions and psycho‑educational programmes.
* Assess and manage risk, safeguarding and conflicts of interest.
* Deliver brief solution‑focused work for workplace counselling.
* Support and supervise the successful applicant to achieve the Band 6 role.
Qualifications
* Professional qualification in counselling or CBT at a minimum Diploma level.
* Eligible for Band 6: Accredited with BACP or BABCP, or willing to submit an application for accreditation within 6 months.
* Substantial post‑qualification experience in multi‑disciplinary adult client work, including assessment, brief solution‑focused work and workplace counselling.
* Current membership/accreditation with an appropriate professional body such as BABCP or BACP.
If you are ready to submit your application for accreditation, we encourage you to clearly state your membership details on the application form.
Contact Details
Name: Joanna Ferguson
Job title: Psychological Therapies Manager
Email address: Joanna.Ferguson@wales.nhs.uk
Telephone number: 01437772527
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