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Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare
  • Manchester, +1

Requirements

  • - Full professional registration with a relevant professional body
  • - Experience of working in a mental health setting
  • - Experience of delivering face to face and remote therapy
  • - Experience of working with a range of clients with common mental health problems
  • - Knowledge of the stepped care model
  • - Ability to work on your own initiative and manage your time effectively
  • - Ability to work as part of a team
  • - Good communication skills both verbal and written
  • - Ability to engage with clients and colleagues in a meaningful way
  • - Good IT skills and experience of using electronic clinical systems
  • - Commitment to ongoing professional development and training
  • - Ability to work one evening per week

Responsibilities

  • - Support the delivery of the Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) delivered interventions within Wigan Talking Therapies
  • - Influence the development of Step 2 provision and develop innovative ways of meeting relevant population needs
  • - Scope for audit, evaluation, networking and liaising with the wider health and social care system including voluntary agencies
  • - Conduct 1:1 sessions (remote and face to face), screening, C-CBT, group work and telephone assessment with patients with common mental health problems
  • - Work one evening per week

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner.

Where is the Wigan Talking Therapies service located?

The service is situated in the Wigan area in the North West of England, with good transport links to Manchester and beyond.

What qualifications are required for the Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner role?

Candidates will typically need to have relevant qualifications as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) and experience in delivering interventions for common mental health problems.

What types of interventions will the post holder be responsible for delivering?

The post holder will support the delivery of interventions including 1:1 sessions (remote and face-to-face), C-CBT, group work, and telephone assessments.

Is there an evening work requirement for this position?

Yes, the successful applicant will be required to work one evening per week.

What support and supervision will be provided to the post holder?

The post holder will be supported and supervised by senior staff within the leadership team of the service.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, Wigan Talking Therapies offers various opportunities for staff development and has a strong commitment to maintaining and supporting staff wellbeing.

Who can I contact for more information about this position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Dean Kendall, Operational Manager, at dean.kendall@gmmh.nhs.uk or by phone at 01942 764450.

What is the reputation of Wigan Talking Therapies within the sector?

Wigan Talking Therapies has a history of high performance and is known for providing high-quality care and clinical excellence.

What type of patients will the role involve working with?

The role will involve working with patients who have common mental health problems.

We provide life-changing mental health and substance misuse recovery services.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2017
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health services across Greater Manchester. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate mental health care that enhances the quality of life for individuals and their families. They focus on supporting mental wellbeing through comprehensive, patient-centered services and innovative treatments tailored to meet the needs of their diverse community.