Trainee PWP
The closing date is 20 October 2025
Job summary
To Assess and support people with a common mental health problem in the self- management of their recovery.
Main duties of the job
Accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service. 2 Undertake patient-centred interviews which identifies areas where the person wishes to see change and or recovery and makes an accurate assessment of risk to self and others. 3 Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the department's referral protocols, refers unsuitable clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary or steps-up the person's treatment to high intensity psychological therapy. 4 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. 5 Educate and involve family members and others in treatment, as necessary. 6 Adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the overall number of client contacts offered, and clinical sessions conducted per week in order to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient. 7 Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate. 8 Complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service. 9 Keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols and use these records and clinical outcome data in clinical decision making.
About us
Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 35 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. If you are a highly organised and motivated individual with a commitment to the NHS and patient care then we would welcome your application to study for the professional role of Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. Successful candidates will be trained to deliver Low Intensity Psychological Interventions, which are the cornerstone of NHS Talking Therapies Services (formally known as IAPT).
Details
Date posted
19 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £27,486 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
R000095
Job locations
Wellbeing Centre, 3 Beauchamp Road, Hockley, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B77 5HP
Tamworth
B77 5HP
Employer details
Employer name
Mental Health Matters
Address
Wellbeing Centre, 3 Beauchamp Road, Hockley, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B77 5HP
Tamworth
B77 5HP