Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner – Permanent Role

Are you a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) looking to make a meaningful difference within the criminal justice sector? We are seeking a dedicated and accredited Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary team at HMP Hull and HMP York. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a rewarding, full-time permanent position delivering high-quality mental health care within a prison setting.

Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner – Key Responsibilities

As a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP), your responsibilities will include:

• Accepting and triaging referrals in line with service protocols
• Conducting person-centred assessments, including risk assessments
• Delivering low-intensity psychological interventions such as:
  • Guided self-help and psychoeducational sessions
  • CBT-informed self-management approaches
  • Group-based interventions
• Supporting individuals to self-manage their mental health
• Recording and monitoring clinical outcomes using validated measures
• Maintaining accurate clinical records on electronic systems
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to ensure continuous, holistic care
• Contributing to performance monitoring and service data collection

Candidate Requirements for the Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Role

• Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) with accreditation from the BPS or BABCP
• Completion of an accredited IAPT Low Intensity National Programme
• Strong knowledge of assessment and stepped-care models
• Post-qualification experience delivering Step 2 IAPT interventions
• Excellent communication and IT skills
• Ability to work effectively with supervision and reflect on practice
• (Desirable) Experience working in prison or criminal justice settings
• (Desirable) Additional therapy modalities such as solution-focused therapy

Benefits of This Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Role

We support our staff with a competitive benefits package, including:

• Salary: £28,407 – £34,581 per annum
• £250 training allowance to support your professional development
• Dedicated specialist consultant to assist your ongoing career
• Working with 1000’s of clients nationwide
• Daily payroll runs for your convenience
• Free candidate registration service
• Referral and loyalty bonus schemes
• Sign-up bonus for new placements
• Free compliance checks to aid your employment process

Join us as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner and play a vital role in supporting mental health wellbeing within the prison environment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to send their CV to andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk or call us at 0121 638 7010 for further information. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your career as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner in a rewarding, impactful setting!