Senior Psychological Therapist, Prison Mental Health

NHS; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Senior Psychological Therapist for the Mental Health Inreach Team at HMP Woodhill, Milton Keynes. The ideal candidate will have a Doctorate in Psychology, be HCPC registered, and possess skills in psychological assessment and treatment. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, formulating treatment plans, and working with a multidisciplinary team to promote health and well-being for inmates. Competitive salary and full-time contract available.

Qualifications

• Doctoral level training in clinical, forensic or clinical psychology.
• Experience in specialist psychological assessment and treatment across various settings.
• Registered with HCPC as a practitioner psychologist.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist psychological assessments of clients.
• Formulate and implement treatment plans for clients' mental health problems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance care.

Skills

Skills in psychological assessment

Communication skills

Consultation skills

Research methodology knowledge

Clinical governance understanding

Education

Doctoral level training in psychology

HCPC Registered as practitioner psychologist

Job description

A healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Senior Psychological Therapist for the Mental Health Inreach Team at HMP Woodhill, Milton Keynes. The ideal candidate will have a Doctorate in Psychology, be HCPC registered, and possess skills in psychological assessment and treatment. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, formulating treatment plans, and working with a multidisciplinary team to promote health and well-being for inmates. Competitive salary and full-time contract available.