Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) - Qualified

Job overview

Wolverhampton Talking Therapies offers intervention for Depression and all anxiety disorders. As a service we excel with positive client feedback and exceptionally high job satisfaction from our team.

We are looking for a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) with the passion and drive to join our clinical team of PWPs, Counsellors and CBT Therapists.

Whilst accreditation is desirable, if you are not yet accredited we are able to support you in applying once successfully appointed.

It is essential that successful applicants possess a qualification from Talking Therapies Approved Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Training Course. (Without this, your application will not be considered).

Main duties of the job

The role of a PWP is very dynamic, and though at its core is the treatment of Depression and anxiety, no two days are the same.

As a PWP you will be expected to demonstrate a high degree of competence and have experience working in mental health services . You will deliver Step 2 intervention to clients presenting with Depression and/or generalised anxiety disorder, using modalities of telephone, video, face-to-face and computerised.

Candidates are also expected to engage themselves in clinical and case management supervision, and be willing to undertake continuous professional development. A commitment to high quality client care, good organisational skills and excellent communication abilities are essential to this role.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder will:

• be part of a Talking Therapies service and will provide Low Intensity Psychological Interventions  involving CBT.
• work with clients who have anxiety and Depression related problems.
• treat people of different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and they should be committed to equal opportunities.