Jessica Oppenheimer
Millom,Cumbria
Summary
Experienced Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with a robust background in delivering evidence-based cognitive-behavioural interventions and clinical supervision. Demonstrated expertise in risk assessment, patient-centred care, and interdisciplinary collaboration within both community and prison settings. Proven ability to facilitate group interventions, manage referrals, and enhance treatment outcomes through comprehensive assessments. Skilled in fostering therapeutic alliances through empathy and active listening, with a strong commitment to cultural competence and continuous professional development. Career focus includes advancing mental health support frameworks through innovative therapeutic approaches and collaborative care strategies.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Black Country NHS Foundation Trust
Remote Permanent
08.2021 - Current
- Received permanent employment offer in October 2023 due to outstanding performance as a Locum.
- Provided clinical oversight and case management guidance to qualified and apprentice practitioners.
- Implemented successful therapeutic strategies for addressing common psychological issues among patients.
- Exceeded predefined recovery targets - recovery and reliable recovery rates >80%.
- Crafted specialist training programs to enhance skills of Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners, Counsellors and High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapists.
- Facilitated staff comprehension of addiction-related issues through dedicated support.
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Dorset University Healthcare NHS Trust
Remote Locum
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Applied structured methodologies to evaluate appropriateness of treatments and ensure effective referrals.
- Delivered cognitive behavioural interventions to diverse patient groups within step two of IAPT care framework.
- Consistently contributed to supervision of clinical capabilities and case handling.
- Enhanced treatment outcomes through assessment and solution development.
- Safeguarded patient privacy, handling sensitive data with discretion and adherence to established confidentiality requirements.
- Executed effective handling of diverse caseloads, sustaining excellence in service quality.
Prison-based Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Rethink Mental Illness
HMP Haverigg, Cumbria
06.2018 - 09.2020
- Collaborated with stakeholders to assess and mitigate risk.
- Aided in the professional development of a Band 3 Health and Wellbeing Coach.
- Completed patient-centred assessment interviews using established evaluation metrics.
- Delivered educational workshops aimed at teaching patients and prison staff about low-intensity CBT techniques.
- Actively engaged in Assessment, Care in Custody, and Teamwork (ACCT) evaluations, advocating for patients' needs.
- Provided actionable intelligence to prevent security breaches within the prison environment.
Prison-based Wellbeing Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
HMP Haverigg, Cumbria
05.2014 - 06.2018
- Optimised care strategies through interdisciplinary cooperation.
- Facilitated therapeutic mental health, and substance misuse groups.
- Delivered group and individual Auricular Acupuncture sessions.
- Completed referrals for individuals reintegrating into community settings post-incarceration.
- Partnered with clients to resolve dysfunctional relationship dynamics.
- Fostered therapeutic alliances grounded in mutual trust and respect.
Substance Misuse Counselling Support Worker
Trust the Process Counselling
Coventry, West Midlands
02.2012 - 06.2013
- Ensured smooth transitions to recovery through patient-focused care.
- Implemented research-driven techniques for overcoming addiction challenges.
- Ensured the safe handling and storage of medication, as per regulatory standards.
- Implemented suitable strategies in crisis management.
- Executed screening processes, including urinalysis, to verify alignment with treatment plans.
- Managed therapeutic groups promoting better psychological outcomes for participants.
Education
Bachelor of Science Honours - Psychology
The Open University
Milton Keynes08.2020
Graduate Certificate - Promoting Psychological Wellbeing
University of Central Lancashire
Preston09.2019
Skills
- Patient record keeping: Proficient in use of various patient record systems, including PCMIS, Rio, IAPTUS, SystmOne, and Datix
- Empathy and active listening: Ability to listen attentively and empathetically to patients, understand their concerns, and respond in a supportive and non-judgmental manner
- Assessment skills: Ability to conduct thorough assessments of patients' mental health needs, using standardised assessment tools and clinical judgment
- Cultural competence: Ability to work effectively with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds, taking into account individual needs and preferences
- Collaboration and teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals
- Risk management: Ability to identify and manage risk
Certification
• Clinical Supervision Certificate University of Birmingham Spring 2024
Affiliations
- Accredited British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner.
- SMART UK Auricular Acupuncture Therapist.
Timeline
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Black Country NHS Foundation Trust
08.2021 - Current
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Dorset University Healthcare NHS Trust
03.2021 - 08.2021
Prison-based Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Rethink Mental Illness
06.2018 - 09.2020
Prison-based Wellbeing Practitioner
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
05.2014 - 06.2018
Substance Misuse Counselling Support Worker
Trust the Process Counselling
02.2012 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science Honours - Psychology
The Open University
Graduate Certificate - Promoting Psychological Wellbeing
University of Central Lancashire
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