Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical/Forensic or Counselling Psychologist to join our integrated Mental Healthcare team across our West Yorkshire Cluster which consists of HMP Leeds, HMP Newhall, HMP Wakefield, HMP Askham Grange and HMP Wealstun. This role would suit an experience Psychologist familiar with working with adult mental health presentations including neurodiversity and complex trauma. The applicant must be familiar with trauma informed practice and trained in at least one trauma specific intervention. The applicant will be part of the Integrated Mental Health Team and will be an integral part of the clinical leadership team supporting the development of the psychological therapies service.
Hours
Monday-Friday 9am-5 pm
At least 2 of the days will be based at HMP Leeds
Salary
This position is a full time position offering up to £70,000 per annum - depending on experience.
How will we support you?
1. Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
2. Competency framework
3. Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
4. Support from the wider Psychological Therapies team
5. Access to appropriate CPD
Main duties of the job
As a qualified, HCPC registered Psychologist, your responsibilities will vary. You will
6. Offer clinical support and oversight to the Integrated Mental Health Team (IMHT) in the form of training
7. Undertake psychological assessments and support complex multi-disciplinary formulations
8. Deliver and oversee the delivery of 1:1 psychological interventions and group intervention as part of the Trauma Informed 'Making Sense' Programme
9. Deliver teaching and training to healthcare and prison staff where required
10. Contribute to the development of audit, service evaluation and research profile as appropriate
It doesnt stop there we also offer:
11. Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
12. Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
13. 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks
About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background. Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values: we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated, we act with integrity, we embrace diversity we strive to do things better together.
We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
Qualifications required
14. Registered with professional body such as HCPC/BPS
15. Completion of a British Psychological Society accredited Doctoral Level postgraduate professional training course
16. Experience in a leadership capacity for a minimum of 3 years post qualification
17. Experience of highly specialist psychological assessment and individual and group based treatment
18. Relevant post-qualification experience, and formal training in supervision
Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical/Forensic or Counselling Psychologist to join our integrated Mental Healthcare team across our West Yorkshire Cluster which consists of HMP Leeds, HMP Newhall, HMP Wakefield, HMP Askham Grange and HMP Wealstun. This role would suit an experience Psychologist familiar with working with adult mental health presentations including neurodiversity and complex trauma. The applicant must be familiar with trauma informed practice and trained in at least one trauma specific intervention. The applicant will be part of the Integrated Mental Health Team and will be an integral part of the clinical leadership team supporting the development of the psychological therapies service.
Hours
Monday-Friday 9am-5 pm
At least 2 of the days will be based at HMP Leeds
Salary
This position is a full time position offering up to £70,000 per annum - depending on experience.
How will we support you?
19. Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
20. Competency framework
21. Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
22. Support from the wider Psychological Therapies team
23. Access to appropriate CPD
Person Specification
Qualifications
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Experience
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Additional Criteria
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