Psychologist (Clinical or Forensic)

Candidate Source; Remote; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A key provider of criminal justice services is seeking a Clinical or Forensic Psychologist. This role involves providing clinical assessments and leading treatment teams. With a focus on trauma-informed practices, the position requires strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to various client needs. The position offers remote working options, with a salary of £60,000 per annum. Applicants should be HCPC registered and possess a doctorate in Psychology.

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant psychology qualification and registration.
• Proven client management and therapeutic skills required.
• Ability to work flexibly across various locations.

Responsibilities

• Develop effective relationships with treatment teams.
• Deliver psychological assessments and interventions.
• Lead trauma-informed treatment approaches.

Skills

Qualified clinical or forensic psychologist

HCPC registration

Experience providing supervision

Knowledge of psychological treatment theories

Data analysis and reporting skills

Excellent interpersonal communication

Empathetic and non-judgemental attitude

Adaptability and passion for excellence

Good technical / IT ability

Valid UK driving licence

Education

Doctorate in Psychology

Job description

Psychologist (Clinical or Forensic)

Remote Working (with bi-annual in-person team days in Cardiff)

Salary £60,000.00 per annum

Permanent, Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week

We are a key provider of criminal justice services—operating in both the custodial and community sectors. We pride ourselves on the quality of our provision and consistently seek to work alongside and in partnership with a range of other providers in the voluntary (third), public and private sectors.

We have developed services focused on identifying ways to maximise positive impact and make the most effective use of available resources by working with other agencies on common objectives. In this way we are increasingly able to meet wide-ranging and complex needs in the most appropriate way.

We have a commitment to research, evaluation and review of evidence-based initiatives and recognise the importance of understanding the wider environment in which individuals operate to engage, support and help people with change.

An opportunity has arisen for a Psychologist (Clinical or Forensic) to work closely with the Director of Community, the MHTR Service Managers and the wider Community Management Team

All duties and responsibilities listed are not exhaustive and the job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary from time to time.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Lead Psychologist on the project to develop a complementary working relationship.
• Provide guidance to a team of Assistant Psychologists to deliver assessments and interventions for people given an MHTR.
• Deliver clinical assessment, formulation and intervention to the complex MHTR clients.
• Provide the team with support and leadership in establishing treatment approaches and embedding effective methods with sound theoretical basis.
• Lead innovative practice around psychoeducation, managing the impact of past trauma and coping with low mood amid the difficulties and challenges of life.
• Explore a range of trauma-informed treatment models, including the Power, Threat, Meaning Framework (PTMF), and adopt other appropriate models.
• Help establish a programme of support and intervention work for use by our AP team.
• Represent our treatment approach with external stakeholders, establishing working relationships with Court and Probation colleagues to support effective treatment of individuals.
• Set up new partnerships with local and regional health and support providers across Wales for follow‑on support.
• Develop a strong understanding of sentencing and support to respond to developments and trends, becoming an anticipatory service responsive to emerging needs.
• Ensure the service upholds best public protection practice regarding risks of harm and offending and best safeguarding practice regarding children and adults at risk.
• Support our work to capture, process and present data accurately, interpreting it with insight to improve service performance, develop services, identify trends and meet needs.
• Contribute to written reports for internal and external use.
• Contribute to the delivery of contractual requirements as agreed in the contract.
• Develop opportunities for wider development for the contract.
• Undertake any other relevant duties as required.
• Assist in promoting a positive Health & Safety culture across the site, reporting accidents and near misses in a timely manner and following applicable safe systems of work.

Essential Skills

• Qualified clinical or forensic psychologist.
• HCPC registration.
• Experience providing supervision to other professionals.
• Strong knowledge of psychological treatment and support theories, models, recovery approaches and interventions.
• Demonstrable experience supporting people to change behaviour using psychological techniques.
• Ability to gather, analyse, present and report on data for clinical and strategic purposes.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with staff, participants and others.
• Employ an empathetic and non‑judgemental attitude towards service users.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries.
• High level of adaptability and passion for delivering excellence.
• Working knowledge of performance management and meeting demanding targets.
• Good technical / IT ability.
• Commitment to the principles of equality and diversity.
• Flexibility to work across Wales with an agreed base, some travel and some remote work expected.
• Full, clean UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance.
• Positive attitude to behaviour change and a desire to help our communities thrive.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of local services and geography across Wales.
• Ability to speak Welsh and work in the Welsh language would be an advantage.
• We encourage applications from Welsh-speaking candidates.

Equality and Diversity

Equality and Diversity is an important part of Care and Rehabilitation Services. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and are a fully inclusive employer who aims to support all employees to be their true selves. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments for either the role or during the recruitment process.

Care and Rehabilitation Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and adults at risk and each employee is expected to support these goals.

Candidate Requirements

Please note that these vacancies are subject to a 5‑year checkable history and the strict vetting standards set by the business and the Secretary of State for the Home Office.

You must be eligible to work in the UK and must have been resident in the UK for a minimum period of 3 years. You will also need to provide full details of your employment and education history for the last 5 years as part of the security screening process for this role.

Applicants must complete an online word statement outlining their suitability for the role and clearly outlining how your skills, experience and knowledge would apply to this post.

Application Process

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