Senior Assistant Psychologist — Prison Mental Health, Stepped Care

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider is seeking a full-time Senior Assistant Psychologist to support a multidisciplinary team within a prison environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical and interpersonal skills, be able to work autonomously, and provide psychological interventions and group work support. The role offers extensive staff benefits, including generous annual leave, pay enhancements, and a comprehensive pension scheme. Join a vibrant team dedicated to improving mental health care in the community.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pay Enhancements

Excellent pension

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Wellbeing programme

Blue Light Card Discounts

FuelGenie Fuel Cards

Qualifications

• Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to manage and respond to the dynamic needs of clients.
• Experience providing direct psychological intervention and group work support.

Responsibilities

• Support the assessment and dissemination of findings from psychological assessments.
• Provide direct psychological intervention and group work support.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure accessible and appropriate services.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work with initiative

Ability to work autonomously

Education

Relevant degree in psychology

Job description

A mental health service provider is seeking a full-time Senior Assistant Psychologist to support a multidisciplinary team within a prison environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical and interpersonal skills, be able to work autonomously, and provide psychological interventions and group work support. The role offers extensive staff benefits, including generous annual leave, pay enhancements, and a comprehensive pension scheme. Join a vibrant team dedicated to improving mental health care in the community.