Forensic Psychologist: Risk & Offender Services Lead

Ministry of Justice; Bicester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency in the UK seeks a Registered Psychology Practitioner to join its Psychology team. This role involves providing line management and supervision to Trainee Psychologists, conducting risk assessments, and delivering psychological interventions across various prison settings. Candidates should possess a professional background in psychology, HCPC registration, and at least two years of post-registration experience. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to vital psychological services within the criminal justice system.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Possess a professional background in Psychology.
• Experience in providing clinical supervision.
• Completed relevant training in effective models of treatment and best practice.
• Likely to be a Chartered Psychologist.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full case reviews on difficult cases.
• Lead, supervise and facilitate group sessions.
• Provide professional supervision to trainee psychologists.
• Manage and provide consultancy support to staff.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Risk assessment

Therapeutic intervention

Psychology services delivery

Education

Professional background in Psychology

HCPC registration

Job description

A governmental agency in the UK seeks a Registered Psychology Practitioner to join its Psychology team. This role involves providing line management and supervision to Trainee Psychologists, conducting risk assessments, and delivering psychological interventions across various prison settings. Candidates should possess a professional background in psychology, HCPC registration, and at least two years of post-registration experience. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to vital psychological services within the criminal justice system.