Senior Counselling Psychologist (Youth Custody)

Ministry of Justice; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization is seeking a Band 8 Senior Counselling Psychologist to manage a caseload of children in custody. This role includes supervising Trainee Counselling Psychologists and developing a professional service within the Youth Custody Service. Candidates must have HCPC registration and be chartered with the BPS, with experience working with adolescents. This is a critical position aimed at enhancing the psychological services in youth custody settings.

Qualifications

• HCPC Registration as a Counselling Psychologist is mandatory.
• Chartered with BPS, supervision eligibility is essential.
• Experience with adolescents in the justice system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children in custody.
• Supervise Trainee Counselling Psychologists.
• Integrate with HMPPS Psychology Service.

Skills

HCPC Registration as a Counselling Psychologist

Chartered with the BPS

Experience with adolescents

Job description

A public sector organization is seeking a Band 8 Senior Counselling Psychologist to manage a caseload of children in custody. This role includes supervising Trainee Counselling Psychologists and developing a professional service within the Youth Custody Service. Candidates must have HCPC registration and be chartered with the BPS, with experience working with adolescents. This is a critical position aimed at enhancing the psychological services in youth custody settings.