About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) to join our team supporting adults experiencing common mental health difficulties such as anxiety and depression.
As a PWP, you will play a key role in assessing service users’ suitability for evidence-based psychological interventions and delivering Step 2 low-intensity therapies in line with the Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) framework. Interventions may be delivered individually, face-to-face, or through group facilitation.
You will contribute to the overall performance and delivery of a responsive, high-quality service, ensuring that all interventions meet clinical governance and IAPT quality standards. You will also actively participate in case management and line management supervision and support the wider team to deliver excellent outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments, including risk assessments of self-harm and harm to others.
- Deliver a range of Step 2 low-intensity psychological interventions, both individually and in group settings.
- Monitor and evaluate outcomes to ensure interventions are evidence-based and effective.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to meet service targets and performance standards.
- Participate in supervision, training, and continuous professional development.
- Support the service to maintain data accuracy and meet reporting deadlines.
- Work flexibly across sites to meet the needs of the service and clients
About You
You will be a compassionate, motivated practitioner with a strong commitment to supporting people in achieving lasting positive change. You’ll have a sound understanding of the IAPT model and the principles of stepped care, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Essential Criteria:
- Experience delivering Step 2 psychological interventions.
- Experience undertaking comprehensive risk assessments.
- Thorough understanding of the IAPT model and stepped care.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with a diverse range of people.
- Genuine interest in motivating and supporting others.
- Understanding of the need for evidence-based psychological interventions.
- Ability to work flexibly and across multiple sites as required.
Desirable Criteria:
- Strong project and time management skills.