Wellbeing Practitioner - B6

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

In order to apply to for this position you must have one of the following:

• NMC
• SSSC
• GTC
• HCPC

The shift pattern for this position is Monday-Thursday 9-5, Friday 9-4:30

As an integral member of the multi-disciplinary team the post-holder will work in partnership with GP Practices demonstrating compassionate caring behaviours to fulfil the key functions of the CMHT. Knowledge and practice experience of Psychological interventions to manage a range of low level mental health conditions is central to the role e.g. CBT, SPIRIT, Anxiety Management, Mentalization therapies. 

In particular the post-holder will be responsible for:

• the assessment
• formulation
• implementation and evaluation of complex programmes of care using a strength based recovery focused approach to care that proactively involves the person and optimises self-management.

The post holder is required to undertake duties without direct supervision. The post-holder is responsible for proactively promoting partnership working with patients, carers and other professionals/ agencies in line with legislative frameworks, agreed standards and clinical policies. This involves working in a variety of community environments and within GP Practices. To promote the well-being of people and facilitate their access to mental health services where this is appropriate, by providing assessment and direct Patient support within GP practices in the locality, Ensuring access to the wider network of self-help, third sector organisations, Community Link Worker, Primary Care Mental Health Services, Community Addictions Services, CMHT and any other  relevant services Participating in regular caseload line management supervision and Professional Supervision is vital. At times supervising the practice of others will be required, monitoring undertaking mentorship responsibilities and supporting the CMHT Leader in the ongoing learning and development of the staff team and the CMHT key functions are important aspects of this role. To provide support and guidance to GP and other healthcare staff within this role assisting in them to manage their patients mental health and well being.

Informal contact: Anne Kane, Integrated Operations Manager, , anne.kane4@nhs.scot

Due to the anticipated response to this post it may close before the closing date noted on the advert therefore once you start your application form please complete it immediately.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay.  This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff.  This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours.  However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week.  If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.

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Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.

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