Senior Forensic Psychologist: Lead Rehab & Risk Assessments

Serco; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation service provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Forensic Psychologist to enhance the therapeutic community at HMP Ashfield. The ideal candidate will lead a team, conduct forensic risk assessments, and provide consultancy to prison staff, contributing to effective rehabilitation. This role offers the opportunity for professional growth and the chance to make a significant impact on offenders' lives. Competitive salary and corporate benefits included.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts with retailers

Training and development opportunities

Volunteer day each year

Qualifications

• Hold Chartered status with the British Psychological Society.
• Registered as a Forensic Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council.
• Experience completing assessments for complex offenders.

Responsibilities

• Undertake forensic risk assessments of prisoners.
• Act as a professional witness in parole board hearings.
• Lead the development of offending behaviour programmes.

Skills

Chartered status with the British Psychological Society

Registered as a Forensic Psychologist

Knowledge of the Offender Personality Disorder pathway

Experience completing parole reports

Collaborative approach

Education

Chartered Forensic Psychologist

Tools

WAIS IV

HCR-20

PCL-R

IPDE

SARA

Job description

A leading rehabilitation service provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Forensic Psychologist to enhance the therapeutic community at HMP Ashfield. The ideal candidate will lead a team, conduct forensic risk assessments, and provide consultancy to prison staff, contributing to effective rehabilitation. This role offers the opportunity for professional growth and the chance to make a significant impact on offenders' lives. Competitive salary and corporate benefits included.