Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

If you're an experienced professional who likes to work within a supportive team and interested in supporting clients with their mental health difficulties, you would be perfect for this role.

We have practitioners, supervisors and managers who will support and guide you when needed.

The role will start in September 2023 (specific date TBC) with your trainee year running to September 2023 - May 2024.

You will be a compassionate and organised individual with extensive experience in the healthcare or caring professions field, and an understanding of common mental health problems. Our Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners provide high volume low intensity interventions whilst undertaking a programme of training, working with us to provide a range of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) based self-management interventions to clients with mild to moderate anxiety and depression. You will undertake brief CBT based interventions and support for the client groups, by providing a range of appropriate and imaginative responses, supporting individuals in difficult situations, including those who are distressed. An important part of your training will be to make decisions on the suitability of service for new referrals, adhering to referral protocols, referring clients to alternative relevant services, stepping up or referring back to referrer as appropriate. There will also be the opportunity to work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team, attending meetings and ensuring a stepped care approach is maintained.

We are looking for candidates who have the minimum requirement of Level 3 qualifications e.g 3 A Levels, Level 3 diplomas, Level 3 NVQs. Previous experience within a relevant health care environment, an understanding of talking therapies, as well as experience of supporting clients over the phone, are especially desirable.

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who is passionate about what we do, with a positive and engaging approach to our service users and staff.

A full job description and person specification is available on request.

Please be advised that we are hiring for multiple roles which will be home based but travel within Surrey is likely for in-person client work in the community, team training and meetings. This is a really exciting time to join us and make a tangible difference to the lives of those we support.

Attendance at all university teaching days is compulsory therefore it is essential you are able to commit to this. The position is a permanent contract, with a pay reward upon successful completion of the training when you move into the qualified PWP role.

There are two different routes into this role that we are able to consider. Candidates must show either of the following:

Graduate route

• Level 3 qualifications e.g. 3 A-Levels, Level 3 diplomas, Level 3 NVQs
• Level 4 qualifications 120 FHEQ credits e.g. Certificate of higher education, Level 4 diplomas, level 4 NVQs
• Level 5 qualifications 120 FHEQ credits e.g. Foundation degree, Level 5 diplomas, Level 5 NVQs
• An academic essay will be required to demonstrate ability to study at undergraduate level and apply for recognition of prior experience.

Postgraduate route

• 2.1 degree or Master's degree, or postgraduate certificate
• 2.2 degree, Level 6 diploma, Level 6 NVQs.
• An academic essay will be required to demonstrate ability to study at postgraduate level.

For more information contact people@wearewithyou.org.uk.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
• Auto-enrollment into We Are With You’s pension scheme
• Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands
• Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing
• We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period

Info

Please note we may close this advert early if sufficient number of applications are received. Interviews will be held in June 2023 via online video call (Google Meet), dates to be confirmed.

Essential Skills

To be a successful PWP, you will need:

• A minimum requirement of Level 3 qualifications e.g 3 A Levels, Level 3 diplomas, Level 3 NVQs.
• Have extensive experience of working with people in a healthcare setting
• Knowledge/understanding of completing assessments within a healthcare setting
• Have demonstrable experience in a helping profession, e.g. caring/teaching/supporting
• Understanding of high caseload working
• Strong prioritisation skills with the ability to manage competing/conflicting demands
• Ability to write clear reports and letters
• IT skills, word, powerpoint etc
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent communication skills

About Company

Everyone should feel comfortable getting the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol or mental health.

At We Are With You we work with people on their own goals, whether that’s staying safe and healthy, making small changes or stopping an unwanted habit altogether. We give people support in a way that’s right for them either face to face in their local service, community or online.

We provide a free and confidential service without judgement to more than 100,000 people a year.

We use our expertise to improve the help available and raise awareness around drugs, alcohol and mental health so that more people can get support.

We Are With You.

Essential Requirements

To be a successful PWP, you will need:

• A minimum requirement of Level 3 qualifications e.g 3 A Levels, Level 3 diplomas, Level 3 NVQs.
• Have extensive experience of working with people in a healthcare setting
• Knowledge/understanding of completing assessments within a healthcare setting
• Have demonstrable experience in a helping profession, e.g. caring/teaching/supporting
• Understanding of high caseload working
• Strong prioritisation skills with the ability to manage competing/conflicting demands
• Ability to write clear reports and letters
• IT skills, word, powerpoint etc
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent communication skills