FAQs
What is the duration of the Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner role?
The role is fixed-term or available as a secondment, depending on the applicant's current NHS service.
What kind of support does the SFT team provide?
The SFT team provides intervention and support to families, focusing on mental health and reducing the number of children taken into care by promoting safe family togetherness.
What professional qualifications or training will be provided for this role?
Motivational Interviewing training will be provided for all team members.
Who will I be working with in the SFT team?
You will be working alongside social workers, Child and Family Workers, mental health practitioners, domestic abuse practitioners, recovery workers, and psychologists.
How will my responsibilities be shared as part of the team?
The responsibility for a family is shared among the team of professionals, reducing the burden on any one individual and promoting collaborative support for families.
What methodologies will I use in my role as a PWP?
You will use Motivational Interviewing skills to maintain engagement and may utilise Step GSH step 2 techniques where appropriate.
Are there opportunities for group supervision in this role?
Yes, you will attend group-based MDT supervision in addition to your own one-on-one supervision.
What is the focus of the SFT team's intervention?
The focus is on supporting families to remain together safely while improving health and educational outcomes for children and reducing physical and emotional harm in families.
How does the SFT model aim to reduce bureaucracy?
The SFT model allows social workers and adult professionals to concentrate on their core responsibilities without excessive paperwork, facilitating better collaboration and communication among professionals.
Whom should I contact for further details or informal visits regarding this position?
You can contact Sandra Healey, Senior Service Lead, via email at Sandra.Healey2@nhs.net or by phone at 07971 547266 for further details.