Aspiring Forensic Psychologist – Training in Custody Rehab

Sodexo; West Calder; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sodexo retirement plan

Brand discounts

Gym discount

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Sodexo Justice Services seeks a motivated Forensic Psychologist in Training to join the psychology team at HMP Addiewell. You will work under supervision to develop professional skills within a multidisciplinary custodial environment and progress toward HCPC registration.

You will contribute to evidence-based interventions, assessments and rehabilitation planning, supporting risk management and outcomes for individuals in custody.

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology with GBC from the BPS.
• Completion of MSc in Forensic Psychology or equivalent.
• Enrolment on BPS Stage 2 accredited Qualification in Forensic Psychology toward HCPC status.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accredited offending-behaviour interventions with supervision.
• Conduct psychological and risk-related assessments and present findings.
• Deliver medium- and high-intensity programmes in groups and individually.
• Develop bespoke interventions under supervision of on-site psychologist.
• Support multidisciplinary meetings with psychological input.
• Contribute to risk management and rehabilitation planning.

Skills

Forensic psychology experience

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Effective communication

Reflective practice

Custodial setting awareness

Education

GBC in Psychology

MSc in Forensic Psychology

BPS Stage 2 training

Job description

Sodexo Justice Services seeks a motivated Forensic Psychologist in Training to join the psychology team at HMP Addiewell. You will work under supervision to develop professional skills within a multidisciplinary custodial environment and progress toward HCPC registration.

You will contribute to evidence-based interventions, assessments and rehabilitation planning, supporting risk management and outcomes for individuals in custody.