Band 5 Well Being Practitioner

3 weeks ago


Birmingham, United Kingdom Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

An exciting and rewarding opportunity has arisen to work as part of the COMPASS Programme (Dual Diagnosis) in the post of Band 5 COMPASS Wellbeing practitioner.

The COMPASS Programme is a trust-wide service working with clients who experience both severe mental health and substance use difficulties. The team is recognised nationally as a cameo of good practice in the Dual Diagnosis Good Practice Guide (2002).

The COMPASS Programme provides quality, evidence-based interventions for clients with co-morbid difficulties. There will be opportunities for the successful applicant to be involved in relevant and audit projects. This post would ideally suit applicants who are enthusiastic and self-motivated and have knowledge of the impact that substance use can have on mental health.

COMPASS is BSMHFT's Dual Diagnosis team, We are a small but friendly team, who support each other and work with the Trusts values. This will include working across inpatient and community teams. The Practitioner will support service users to achieve positive outcomes, recovery goals and community reintegration. Integral to the multi-disciplinary team a key role will be to offer advice and training to healthcare workers and to run substance use groups for service users.

The post holder will work with the multidisciplinary team and support clinical Compass specialists to deliver our evidence based programme of interventions. This will involve the receipt and assessment of referrals for individuals with a Dual Diagnosis. The team will contribute to ongoing assessment and care planning for service users and offer group works and brief interventions, team liaison, education.

The post holder will offer evidence based recovery focused interventions to individuals or groups who use substances problematically with a Mental Health diagnosis; this will included dependent alcohol drinkers and drug/ substance users with complex presentations and who are under of BSMHFT Mental Health Teams.

The post holder will deliver interventions provided by COMPASS that are based on evidence of clinical effectiveness to a consistently high standard and within NICE clinical guidelines, under the supervision of COMPASS and the Mental Health team specialists

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.



  • Birmingham, United Kingdom Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    An exciting and rewarding opportunity has arisen to work as part of the COMPASS Programme (Dual Diagnosis) in the post of Band 5 COMPASS Wellbeing practitioner. The COMPASS Programme is a trust-wide service working with clients who experience both severe mental health and substance use difficulties. The team is recognised nationally as a cameo of good...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, Band 5, Birmingham Healthy Minds, NHS Talking Therapies Want to join a well-established, friendly and supportive team? BHM is looking for dynamic and enthusiastic BABCP/BPS registered PWP’s to enhance our reputable service. As a motivated PWP with good CBT skills you will inspire clients to improve their...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary University Hospitals Birmingham is extraordinary organisation-. Our diverse and rich communities make us distinctive and unique -- the care and KINDness of our patients and families underpins everything we do. Our Trust values of Kind, Connected and Bold define and shape our working practices. We are looking for dynamic, highly motivated...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust Full time

    Previous applicants need not apply. We are recruiting Band 5 Theatre Practitioner in Anaesthetics, Scrub and Recovery to develop our workforce to meet the needs of our patients for the future. Bring your ambition to life and secure your career pathway. Are you looking to be part of a dynamic organisation, with an overall aim to deliver...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to join our dynamic team of Nurses & ODPs here at The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. We are currently recruiting Band 6 ODPs / Scrub Nurses to join our highly committed team in the theatre department. The team at the Royal Orthopaedic NHS Foundation Trust provides a holistic approach...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust Full time

    Job summary Previous applicants need not apply. We are recruiting Band 5 Theatre Practitioner in Anaesthetics, Scrub and Recovery to develop our workforce to meet the needs of our patients for the future. Bring your ambition to life and secure your career pathway. Are you looking to be part of a dynamic organisation, with an overall aim to...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, Band 5, Birmingham Healthy Minds, NHS Talking Therapies (previously IAPT) Want to join a well-established, friendly and supportive IAPT team?Birmingham Healthy Minds is looking for dynamic and enthusiastic BABCP/BPS registered PWP's to enhance our reputable service. As a motivated PWP with...

  • Well Being Manager

    1 month ago


    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Birmingham City Council Full time

    Start date 6 June 2024Hours 36.5 term time onlySelly Oak Trust SchoolOak Tree LaneSelly OakBirminghamB29 6HZContact email Selly Oak Trust School is a unique and welcoming school where hopes and dreams come to life through the ethos and vision of the Headteacher and Governors.We are a relationships first, caring community who put staff and student well-being...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom Avery Healthcare Full time

    About The Role We hope you have plenty of energy because your new role as a care home Well-being Assistant could be right around the corner at  Bourn View Care Home in Bournville The home is looking for a positive and energetic team member like you, to support the Well-being Co-ordinator in providing a wide range of activities to engage and stimulate the...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions Full time

    Recovery Practitioner Service Care Solutions are supporting a reputable non-profit provider and they are currently recruiting for a Recovery Practitioner. As a Recovery Practitioner you will play a crucial role by supporting individuals that are suffering with Drug & Alcohol addiction. The Ideal candidate needs to be experienced within the field but...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Warstock Lane CMHT is offering a Preceptorship programme to help newly qualified nurses get the very best start, not only within nursing but within community nursing/community care. Our preceptorship programme is designed specifically for you as a newly qualified nurse, to support you in that transition and to build the confidence of working independently...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Band 6 Infection prevention practitioner, will provide day to day IPC advice to the clinical teams. Will provide a visible and knowledgeable presence to support the clinical teams to provide exemplary IPC practice. Will undertake Qi projects within the IPC remit. To cover for the band 7 role as part of role progression and succession planning. Band 6...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom Avery Healthcare Full time

    About The Role We hope you have plenty of energy because your new role as a care home Well-being Co-ordinator could be right around the corner at Bourn View   Care Home in Bournville .The home is looking for a positive and energetic team member like you, to provide a wide range of activities to engage and stimulate the physical, psychological and...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    As a Student Health Visitor with us you will be supported by Birmingham City University for the 50% academic study requirements of the course. The training is offered fulltime commencingMonday 4thSeptember 2023 with fixed holidays set throughout the 52-week duration of the course.You must be a car driver with access to a suitable vehicle for business...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom Carbon 60 Full time

    Working for one of the leading organisation, client side, this is one of the largest projects in the UK. We are looking for a Health and Safety practitioner, preferably chartered, to take a lead on several projects with the appointment of contractors and organising their collaboration forming an Alliance. This role will take a lead on the strategy of the...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Band 6 Specialist Psychological Practitioner (Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Clinical Associate in Psychology SECURE CARE AND OFFENDER HEALTH 2.0 PERMANENT - WOMENS SECURE BLENDED SERVICE 1.0 FIXED TERM - MHTR We have vacancies in the following areas: - Women's Secure Blended Service at Ardenleigh - a secure inpatient service for women...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom Atlantis Medical Full time

    **Senior Occupational Therapist Band 6** **Location**: Birmingham **Start Date**: 1/12/22 **End Date**: 01/04/22 **Working Hours**: 8:00 - 16:00 / Part-time **Pay Rate**: £33,706 to £40,588 a year pro rata The Client is a specialist mental health trust providing a range of services to people across Sandwell, Dudley, Walsall and Wolverhampton. Our...

  • Band 5 Dietitian

    4 days ago


    Birmingham, United Kingdom University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary Interviews will be held on Tues 2nd July 2024 As a result of internal promotion, we are looking for a permanent Band 5 dietitian to join our rotation program working at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham (QEHB). You will join a friendly, proactive and patient-focused team of dietitians, dietetic assistants and be a part of the wider...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary University Hospitals Birmingham is extraordinary organisation-. Our diverse and rich communities make us distinctive and unique -- the care and Kindness of our patients and families underpins everything we do. Our Trust values of Kind, Connected and Bold define and shape our working practices. We are looking for dynamic, highly motivated...


  • Birmingham, United Kingdom Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Secure Care and Offender Health Services BAND 6 SPECIALIST PSYCHOLOGICAL PRACTITIONER - REASIDE CLINIC We are recruiting for one permanent vacancy at Reaside Clinic, a 92 bedded, medium secure inpatient service for adult males. Post holders, under the supervision of a qualified psychologist, will assist in delivering a range of individual and group...