Offender Mental Health Therapist - Flexible Roles

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust; Whittingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Whittingham seeks a qualified Psychological Practitioner for the Mental Health Treatment Requirement service. The role involves delivering therapeutic interventions and performing assessments for offenders facing psychological challenges. Candidates should have strong skills in psychological assessments and interventions, along with the flexibility to work in diverse settings including courts and healthcare premises. The organization values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds, offering flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive work environment

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and practical skills in assessments and therapeutic interventions.
• Ability to provide low-level psychological interventions.
• Willingness to work across various settings including courts and healthcare environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and deliver therapeutic interventions to offenders.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and overall work.
• Adopt a flexible approach for therapeutic sessions.

Skills

Psychological assessments

Therapeutic interventions

Evaluating work effectiveness

Flexibility in diverse environments

Education

Appropriately qualified Psychological Practitioner

Job description

A healthcare provider in Whittingham seeks a qualified Psychological Practitioner for the Mental Health Treatment Requirement service. The role involves delivering therapeutic interventions and performing assessments for offenders facing psychological challenges. Candidates should have strong skills in psychological assessments and interventions, along with the flexibility to work in diverse settings including courts and healthcare premises. The organization values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds, offering flexible working arrangements.