Trauma Therapy Practitioner, LPMHSS

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Band 6 Trauma Therapy Practitioner to join our Local Primary Mental Health Support Service in Powys. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, multidisciplinary team delivering trauma-informed, evidence-based care to adults living with the impact of trauma and PTSD.

At the heart of this role is a commitment to dignity, recovery and collaboration. You will work alongside nurses, counsellors, psychologists, occupational therapists and social workers to shape and deliver the Traumatic Stress Pathway in line with Traumatic Stress Wales standards. Your work will empower people to understand their experiences, regain control and move towards meaningful recovery.

You will hold a varied clinical caseload, providing high-quality assessment, formulation and trauma-focused interventions, including EMDR and other NICE-recommended therapies. The role also offers space to contribute beyond direct clinical work - supporting service development, consultation, training and the wider embedding of the Trauma-Informed Wales Framework.

Job description

You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.

Person specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Professional qualification, obtained in Health or Social Care that led to professional registration held with NMC, HCPC, or Social Care Wales (as defined to be able to undertake assessments under Part 1 Mental Health Measure) OR Accredited Counsellor with ACC, BACP, HGI, NCPS, or professional registration with UKCP as a psychotherapeutic counsellor

Accreditation as an EMDR Europe Practitioner OR EMDR UK approved training compliant with EMDR Europe criteria and standards with well progressed supervised practice and portfolio for accreditation within the next 6 months

Training and/or experience in at least one other evidence-based trauma intervention (e.g. CT-PTSD, TF-CBT, CPT, NET, SPRING)

Knowledge / training in relation to working with adults with trauma / PTSD & complex-PTSD

Desirable

• EMDR Europe Accredited Consultant
• Training / qualification in an additional psychological intervention for the treatment of trauma, PTSD / C-PTSD
• Training / Qualification in supervision
• Training in risk assessment and risk management (e.g. WARRN training )
• Knowledge and understanding of Mental Health Legislation in Wales
• Knowledge of NHS Policies, Procedures and Guidelines
• Knowledge and understanding of Local Primary Mental Health Support Service

Experience

Essential

• Current post-registration / accreditation clinical experience working with people with mild - moderate and/or stable and enduring mental health issues taking a recovery-oriented approach

Experience of completing trauma-Informed Part 1 Mental Health Assessments

Experience of psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for people with trauma, PTSD & Complex-PTSD

Experience of delivering EMDR via face to face and virtual clinical, via video conference

Evidence of receiving clinical supervision in relation to psychosocial and evidence-based interventions for trauma/PTSD/C-PTSD and experience of taking a self-reflective approach to personal and professional development

Desirable

• Experience advising and providing training and consultation to colleagues on working with trauma/PTSD/C-PTSD
• Experience in clinical audit and service evaluation
• Experience of service improvement and development
• Experience of developing and delivering training / teaching
• Experience of developing and facilitating psychoeducational / therapeutic groups

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Ability to recognise limits to professional competence and to seek advice, consultation and supervision, where appropriate
• Ability to adhere to service and health board policies and protocols

Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills

IT literate with keyboard skills

Highest level of integrity

Ability to reflect on own practice and to use learned knowledge to change and adapt

Desirable

• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.

Other

Essential

• Demonstrate PTHB Values
• Ability to work reliably and consistently under supervision
• Good interpersonal skills, sensitivity, tolerance, andenthusiasm
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams

About the employer

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: : https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.