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Pay up to 61,190 per annum FTE depending on experienceJob level: Other Qualified ProfessionalHours: Full timeType: PermanentPosted: 3 Dec 2024Closes: 2 Jan 2025Job DescriptionUNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFEWe have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Psychologist to join our integrated Mental Healthcare team at HMP Stocken, a category C training prison housing around 1056 patients, the majority of whom are aged between 21-40 years of age. Within this role, you will be supervising 2 Assistant Psychologists and working with patients who have a broad range of complex presentations. The role would be suitable for an experienced Psychologist familiar with working with adult mental health presentations, neurodiversity, and complex trauma. The applicant must be familiar with trauma-informed approaches. 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.HoursThis role is part-time, working 22.5 hours/3 days per week, Monday to Friday; we are flexible regarding which days are worked.SalaryThis position is a part-time position working 22.5 hours per week, offering up to 61,190 per annum FTE - depending on experience.How will we support you?Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training courseOur bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needsSupport from the wider Psychological Therapies teamSupport with ISW trainingPost-doctoral training supervisionWhat you''ll be doingAs a qualified, HCPC registered Psychologist, your responsibilities will vary. You will:Offer clinical support and oversight to the Integrated Mental Health Team (IMHT) in the form of training, supervision, and reflective practiceUndertake psychological assessments and support complex multi-disciplinary formulationsDeliver and oversee the delivery of 1:1 psychological interventions and group intervention as part of the Trauma Informed ''Making Sense'' ProgrammeDeliver teaching and training to healthcare and prison staff where requiredContribute to the development of audit, service evaluation, and research profile as appropriateIt doesn''t stop there... we also offer:Discounts on shopping and leisure activitiesSupport to grow in your role and continue your professional development24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need itStaff subsidised canteenFree use of gym at lunchtimeFree on-site parkingCandidates 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.Qualifications requiredFull HCPC registration as a practitioner psychologistProven experience in Clinical/Forensic or Counselling PsychologyExperience working with Forensic Mental Health patientsExperience working with psychological TraumaExcellent communication skillsTeam PlayerSecure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you''re 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr