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Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • London

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  • You need relevant PWP qualifications, experience in IAPT, communication skills, risk assessment knowledge, group intervention experience, and fluency in a relevant language.
  • You will assess referrals, support clients in self-management, conduct patient interviews, provide treatment info, attend meetings, maintain records, and ensure inclusive, recovery-focused care.

Requirements

  • Qualification from PWP Training Course (Post Graduate Certificate or Level 3 undergraduate course) OR equivalent, e.g. Experienced and Qualified Graduate Mental Health Worker with relevant Primary Care experiences and competences as required.
  • Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, health, social science, and/or research design and analysis.
  • Evidence of working with people with mental health problems.
  • Experience of working in IAPT/Primary Care Services and delivering low intensity interventions.
  • Evidence of having worked in a service where agreed targets were in place to demonstrate effective clinical outcomes.
  • Experience of using electronic patient management systems such as IAPTUS or PCMIS or similar.
  • Evidence of experience and knowledge of risk assessment and management.
  • Research/audit experience.
  • Evidence of working in the local community.
  • High level communication skills: written and verbal, including telephone skills.
  • An ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
  • Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance.
  • An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems.
  • An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a mental health context.
  • An understanding of psychology applied to health care.
  • An ability to evaluate and put in place the effect of training.
  • Computer literate.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Fluency in an additional (to English) locally relevant priority language.
  • Experience of delivering group based interventions.
  • An interest in working with people with mental health problems.
  • Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships with staff from all disciplines.
  • Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients.
  • Ability to work independently, flexibly, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.
  • Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.

Responsibilities

  • To accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service. This includes participation in the teams duty and triage rota to screen referrals along with a high intensity therapist and a senior clinician.
  • To assess and support people with a common mental health problem in the self management of their recovery.
  • To undertake patient-centred interviews which identify areas where the person wishes to see change and or recovery and makes an accurate assessment of risk to self and others.
  • To make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the departments referral protocols, refer unsuitable clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary or step up the persons treatment to high intensity psychological therapy.
  • To provide a range of information and support for evidence based high-volume low-intensity psychological treatments. This may include guided self-help computerised CBT, information about pharmacological treatments. This work may be face to face, telephone or via other media.
  • To educate and involve family members and others in treatment where necessary and appropriate.
  • To adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the overall number of client contacts offered, and clinical sessions carried out per week in order to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient.
  • To attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate.
  • To complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service.
  • To keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols and use these records and clinical outcome data in clinical decision making.
  • To work closely with other members of the team ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach.
  • To assess and integrate issues surrounding work and employment into the overall therapy process.
  • To operate at all times from an inclusive values base which promotes recovery and recognises and respects diversity.
  • To prepare and present clinical information for all patients on their caseload to clinical case management supervisors within the service on an agreed and scheduled basis, in order to ensure safe practice and the clinical governance obligations of the worker, supervisor and service are delivered.
  • To deal with a range of clients and clinical situations, including those involving highly emotive communication and the need to apply initiative, tact and persuasion in the face of psychological resistance.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) in this role?

The primary responsibility of a PWP is to provide assessments and deliver evidence-based low intensity interventions for individuals with common mental health problems within a stepped care model.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Applicants must have a qualification from a PWP Training Course (Post Graduate Certificate or Level 3 undergraduate course) or an equivalent qualification such as being an experienced and qualified Graduate Mental Health Worker.

Is previous experience in mental health necessary for this role?

Yes, evidence of working with people with mental health problems and experience in IAPT/Primary Care Services delivering low intensity interventions is essential.

What type of working environment can I expect?

The role involves working across two hubs in Brent, as well as in community settings such as GP surgeries. The service operates on an agile working policy, combining remote work and on-site presence.

Are there opportunities for career progression in this role?

Yes, CNWL supports staff development and provides opportunities for further progression onto higher training.

What does the training process look like for new employees?

New starters undergo a 13-week probation period which is designed to be a supportive process for learning and working within the key aspects of the role.

What conditions must a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner adhere to while providing care?

PWPs must adhere to an agreed activity contract that includes the overall number of client contacts and clinical sessions to minimize waiting times and ensure accessible treatment delivery.

Will I receive supervision and support in this role?

Yes, regular clinical supervision and support from a qualified therapist is provided, along with collaboration with other clinical practitioners within the team.

Is there a requirement to work evenings?

Yes, the post-holder may be required to work between 8 am and 8 pm on weekdays, including evening clinics as required by the service.

Are there any specific language skills desired for this position?

Yes, applicants who speak additional locally relevant languages are particularly welcomed, reflecting the diverse community served by the Brent Talking Therapies Service.

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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.