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Assistant Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

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Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

3d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Milton Keynes

AI generated summary

  • You should have experience with mental health issues, understanding of anxiety/depression, strong communication skills, and enthusiasm for teamwork in psychological therapies.
  • You will assist in delivering psychoeducational groups, handle admin tasks, support referrals, engage in research, develop community initiatives, and participate in supervision and training.

Requirements

  • Education
  • Essential criteria
  • Evidence of working with people who have suffered with a mental health problem
  • Desirable criteria
  • A degree in Psychology
  • A postgraduate qualification in psychology
  • Experience
  • Essential criteria
  • A demonstratable understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in primary care
  • Ability to manage own caseload and time effectively
  • Desirable criteria
  • Experience working in a target-driven service demonstrating clinical outcomes
  • Skills/Abilities
  • Essential criteria
  • High-level communication skills (written and verbal), including an ability to communicate and work in settings with a highly emotive atmosphere.
  • An ability to interact with people with mental health problems/ mild learning disabilities
  • An understanding of psychology applied to healthcare
  • Advanced keyboard skills.
  • Desirable criteria
  • Experience using IAPTUS and databases or data-analysis.
  • Other
  • Essential criteria
  • High level of enthusiasm and motivation.
  • Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships.
  • Desirable criteria
  • A desire to explore a career in psychological therapies.

Responsibilities

  • To support with the delivery of psychoeducational groups to patients under the direction and guidance of Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners and supervisor(s)
  • To support Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners with general administration tasks and patient-related administration. To support with planning and organization of psycho-educational groups and any administration linked to courses
  • Assist in the screening and processing of new referrals to the service, including making pathway confirmation calls following under the direction of qualified staff
  • To undertake research and development activities under the guidance of head of service
  • To undertake continuing professional development and personal clinical supervision
  • The role may require the candidate to be available for occasional weekend or evening working
  • Under the direction and guidance of senior staff to develop initiatives around self-help and community engagement, including supporting the role of volunteer or helper
  • Opportunity to work as a champion within the service within a particular specialty (e.g., LGBTQ+, Wellbeing, Young People champion, etc.)
  • Attend all supervision as relevant to the role, including clinical skills supervision, one-to-one line management, and case management supervision
  • To undertake any training that might be required to maintain an appropriate level of expertise
  • To compile and return statistics and activity levels as appropriate
  • To participate in audit and personal review activity as required

FAQs

What is the role of an Assistant Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner?

The Assistant Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner supports Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners in conducting groups and workshops, promoting psychological health, and assists in screening and processing new referrals to the service.

What qualifications are necessary for this position?

Essential criteria include evidence of working with individuals who have suffered from mental health problems and a demonstrable understanding of anxiety and depression. A degree in psychology and a postgraduate qualification in psychology are desirable but not mandatory.

Is experience in a target-driven service required for this job?

While experience in a target-driven service is desirable, it is not an essential criterion for the role.

What kind of training will be provided?

The position offers extensive training opportunities that will help with personal development and growth within the field of mental health.

Are there opportunities for career development?

Yes, the service supports career development and provides opportunities for staff to grow within their roles and potentially take on leadership positions.

Will I need to work weekends or evenings?

Yes, the role may require you to be available for occasional weekend or evening work.

What are the main responsibilities of the job?

Main responsibilities include supporting the delivery of psychoeducational groups, assisting with patient-related administration, screening new referrals, and participating in research and development activities.

What type of skills are required for this role?

Essential skills include high-level communication skills, the ability to interact with individuals with mental health issues, an understanding of psychology applied to healthcare, and advanced keyboard skills.

Is prior experience using specific databases required?

Familiarity with IAPTUS and data-analysis is desirable but not essential for the role.

How long has Milton Keynes Talking Therapies Service been operating?

The Milton Keynes Talking Therapies Service has been providing support to residents since 2009.

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Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) has almost 6,550 staff providing integrated healthcare to a third of London's population, Milton Keynes, Surrey and areas beyond. We provide a wide range of services to treat people with a a variety of health needs, including common physical health problems, long-term conditions, mental health, learning disabilities, eating disorders, addictions and sexual health. We are here to provide support for people through every stage of life. Our catchment area covers a range of vibrant and diverse communities, with over 100 first languages spoken, ranging from areas of deprivation to areas of affluence. We are committed to providing services that need the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference.