Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner - HMP Durham

Job description

Join Our Team as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Location: HMP Durham, Old Elvet, Durham Rethink Mental Illness work alongside Tees, Esk and Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) a to deliver an integrated stepped care mental health service within North east Prisons The team compromises a range of highly skilled professionals who work collaboratively to provide the highest quality of care for those with mental health needs within the prison and for Rethink Mental Illness employees, this is carried out between 0800 – 1600 Monday to Friday. What I will do and achieve: Your work will make a real difference by helping people in prison take positive steps toward recovery and a better future. You’ll play a vital role in supporting mental health, reducing risk, and empowering individuals to manage their wellbeing. In this role, you will: - Assess and manage referrals – Accept referrals via agreed protocols, determine suitability, and ensure clients receive the right level of care, including stepping up treatment when necessary. - Support recovery and self-management – Work with individuals to identify their goals, assess risk, and empower them to manage their mental health effect...