Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) - York

• Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP)
• Criminal Justice & Mental Health Services
• York
• Permanent Opportunity
• £32,073 per annum

Are you a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner looking to make a genuine difference within a specialist mental health service?

Would you like to utilise your CBT and low-intensity intervention skills in a unique environment supporting individuals within the Criminal Justice sector?

Client Snapshot:

An excellent opportunity has become available with a nationally recognised mental health charity delivering integrated mental health services across the Criminal Justice sector. The organisation works in partnership with NHS providers to support individuals experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties, helping them access evidence-based psychological interventions and achieve positive recovery outcomes.

Vacancy Brief:

• The role is for a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP).
• This is a permanent, full-time position.
• The role is based within a secure Criminal Justice setting in York.
• Salary for the position is £32,073 per annum.
• Working hours are Monday to Friday with no weekend working.
• Flexible and condensed working arrangements may be considered.
• This is a predominantly site-based role with occasional home working for training or service requirements.
• Prison vetting and an Enhanced DBS will be required upon successful appointment.
• Immediate starts are available subject to clearance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver evidence-based low-intensity psychological interventions for individuals presenting with mild to moderate mental health conditions.
• Conduct assessments and develop collaborative treatment plans aligned with recovery goals.
• Deliver guided self-help programmes and CBT-based interventions in accordance with national PWP standards.
• Monitor clinical outcomes and maintain accurate records throughout the therapeutic journey.
• Support individuals to develop coping strategies and self-management techniques.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure effective care planning and treatment pathways.
• Attend clinical supervision, team meetings and case reviews.
• Manage referrals appropriately, ensuring individuals receive the most suitable level of intervention.
• Support continuity of care and onward referrals where required.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP).
• BABCP or BPS accreditation, or actively working towards accreditation following qualification.
• Experience delivering low-intensity CBT interventions within a Talking Therapies, IAPT or equivalent service.
• Strong assessment, communication and therapeutic engagement skills.
• Experience working within Criminal Justice, offender health or secure environments would be beneficial but is not essential.
  Passion for improving mental health outcomes and supporting recovery.

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