Clinical Lead - Forensic Mental Health Psychologist

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne And Wear Nhs Foundation Trust; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

CNTW NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Clinical Lead for the Mental Health Treatment Requirements (MHTR) team within Criminal Justice Liaison and Diversion. The role involves clinical oversight of psychologists delivering interventions to individuals referred through the courts, in partnership with probation and substance misuse services.

The post offers leadership opportunities, supervision, and pathway development within a supportive MDT, with a focus on reducing custodial sentences for

Qualifications

• Honours Degree in Psychology recognised for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society, or RMN, or equivalent.
• HCPC registration as a practitioner psychologist or equivalent CBT/therapy qualification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight and supervision of a team of psychologists.
• Lead leadership, pathway development and supervision activities.
• Deliver psychological interventions for individuals referred through the court.
• Engage with partner agencies and maintain stakeholder relationships.
• Support complex caseloads and supervise other professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Pathway development

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Honours Degree in Psychology

HCPC registered practitioner

Job description

CNTW NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Clinical Lead for the Mental Health Treatment Requirements (MHTR) team within Criminal Justice Liaison and Diversion. The role involves clinical oversight of psychologists delivering interventions to individuals referred through the courts, in partnership with probation and substance misuse services.

The post offers leadership opportunities, supervision, and pathway development within a supportive MDT, with a focus on reducing custodial sentences for