Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

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Hours: 37.5 Monday to Friday (including minimum of one late night per week)Salary: £33,706-£40,588 per annum, pro rata (dependent on level of qualification/years of NHS continued service within the band) - NHS AFC Band 6Staffordshire & Stoke on Trent Wellbeing ServiceCannock, Stafford & Tamworth1 x permanent contract Stafford1 x permanent contract Cannock1 x 12 month (initial) fixed term contract TamworthAbout UsMental 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.Working in partnership with Midlands Partnership Foundation Trust in the Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Wellbeing (IAPT) Team, which is an established and high performing Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) team. We are looking for experienced and motivated Senior/Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners to join our South Staffordshire teams to help continue our great success of delivering high quality interventions to our service users.About The RoleAre you a qualified PWP looking for the next step in your career?Here at MHM we support our PWP’s to progress in their careers by offering access to various CPD opportunities including LTC and Supervision training as well as supporting those who want to take another route, into their CBT high intensity training. This has recently created opportunities for Senior PWP’s within our South Staffordshire teams.As one of our new Senior PWPs, you will join a vibrant, welcoming team of practitioners, who are committed to promoting the high-quality interventions offered at Step 2.About YouAs a qualified PWP, with at least 12 months post qualification experience, you will have proven experience of delivering assessments and PWP interventions, with clients of all ages and from a range of cultural backgrounds. You will share our passion for promoting meaningful and effective therapeutic experiences for clients at Step 2 and will have the clinical leadership skills to offer case management and clinical skills supervision, to PWPs at all stages of their career.You must be registered as an accredited PWP with the BABCP or BPS.What We OfferYou will go through our comprehensive, in-person training program in your first week of employment which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role, as well as offering a great opportunity to get to know your new colleagues.MHM offers 27 days annual leave per annum, for IAPT roles, plus statutory holidays, and a 5% contributory pension scheme.At MHM not only can you expect an NHS IAPT comparable competitive salary, generous annual leave, and pension entitlement, you can also expect to be supported in your ongoing personal and professional development. In addition, you will work with people who are passionate about supporting individuals in their day to day lives.Closing Date: 22nd November 2022*

• The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

Please note that due to the sensitive nature of the duties, an enhanced DBS will be sought in event of a successful application.

• All disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential short-listing criteria are guaranteed an interview.

MHM is an Equal Opportunities Employer.