Senior Forensic Psychologist - Risk & Training Lead

Ministry of Justice; Staffordshire Moorlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national correctional services provider in the UK seeks a professional competent in psychology and criminal justice to manage risk assessments and training for offenders. This role requires effective consultation with various teams and the provision of support to trainee psychologists. Key responsibilities include offering professional advice, overseeing risk management, and maintaining standards for psychological interventions. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in English and possess relevant qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Competence in applying psychology principles to offender management.
• Experience in risk assessment and developing intervention strategies.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional advice for offender management.
• Conduct and oversee risk assessments for offenders.
• Develop training programs for psychology staff.

Skills

Psychology competence

Risk assessment

Research skills

Supervision and training

Consultancy

Education

Relevant psychology qualification

Job description

A national correctional services provider in the UK seeks a professional competent in psychology and criminal justice to manage risk assessments and training for offenders. This role requires effective consultation with various teams and the provision of support to trainee psychologists. Key responsibilities include offering professional advice, overseeing risk management, and maintaining standards for psychological interventions. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in English and possess relevant qualifications and experience.