Forensic Psychologist - Personality Disorder Care

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust; Sefton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in Sefton is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to provide psychological support within probation settings, focusing on high-risk offenders with personality disorders. The role involves conducting specialist assessments, formulating treatment plans, and training probation staff. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in clinical psychology and be registered with the HCPC. This role offers a chance to contribute to significant service and operational improvements while delivering high-quality mental health care.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience providing assessments and psychological treatment across various care settings.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex information sensitively and effectively.
• Proven record of clinical responsibility within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist psychological consultation and assessments of clients.
• Implement psychological treatment plans and evaluations.
• Contribute to the training and supervision of junior psychologists.

Skills

Psychological assessment

Risk assessment and management

Communication skills

Teaching and training

Ability to cope with distressing situations

Education

Doctoral level training in clinical psychology

HCPC registration as a clinical/counselling psychologist

Job description

A leading NHS trust in Sefton is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to provide psychological support within probation settings, focusing on high-risk offenders with personality disorders. The role involves conducting specialist assessments, formulating treatment plans, and training probation staff. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in clinical psychology and be registered with the HCPC. This role offers a chance to contribute to significant service and operational improvements while delivering high-quality mental health care.