Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

at  Mental Health Matters

Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner £29,970-£36,483 (NHS AFC Band 5) 37.5 hours per week (Shift pattern to be agreed with Line Manager) Based: Ribban Court, Warrington Please note that this service operates between the hours of 8am and 8pm Monday to Thursday and 8am-5pm Fridays, therefore we ask that you must be available to work one late shift at least once a week, which will be agreed with the Line Manager. About us: Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health and social care services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Plymouth, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support.
Everything about MHM is people focused, our people are central to delivering the highest quality of service and care to our clients and service users. Mental Health Matters’ ultimate aim is to strengthen the voice, rights and independence of service users, carers and family and friends. You must be a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner or a Qualified Graduate Mental Health Worker and can provide evidence of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem. You will also be able to demonstrate an understanding of how anxiety and depression and present in Primary Care.
Please note if you are due to qualify shortly, your application will be considered however a university transcript of progress to date will be required. You should have a real interest in helping people with anxiety and depression to achieve a level of recovery which will improve their overall wellbeing and day to day life. You will offer treatment through different modalities: face to face, telephone, groups and cCBT. As a qualified PWP we will look at continuously developing your skills by offering 4 training days which are based on identified training requirements.
Previous training has included OCD for step 2 and Long Term Conditions. Other training opportunity provided is step 2 supervisor training if identified as an individual training goal. As a service we are always looking to approach the local community to offer wider access to the service and as part of this you can be involved in promoting the service which can include presentations, drop in clinics and specialised event days. What we offer you: * Competitive salaries, with an annual pay review process * 27 days Annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays * Enhanced Occupational Sick pay * Family friendly and flexible working arrangements to support a good work life balance * Access to our Wellbeing Offer - including EAP, Virtual GP service and wellbeing resources * Life Assurance and Free Will writing service * Blue Light Card and Charity Workers discounts * Access to Tickets for Good * Employee recognition and celebration schemes * A tailored induction programme, bespoke Personal Development and Career Pathways to support you in your role and your career aspirations Free car parking at office base is not provided with this post.
We want to ensure our workforce reflects the local community and would encourage applicants from all backgrounds with relevant experience to apply. Terms and conditions for these posts are NHS comparable, not identical and the successful candidates will be employed by Mental Health Matters, a non NHS organisation. For an informal discussion regarding the post, please contact For an application pack, please visit www.mentalhealthmatters.com, contact our recruitment line on 0191 5163502 or e-mail . Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Closing Date: 25th November 2024 Interview Date: tb

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