*Internal MPFT Applicants Only* Professional Lead for Psychology

Job summary

Only Consultant Psychologists currently working in H&J Services are eligible to apply

Applications are invited from Consultant Psychologists working in MPFT's Health and Justice (H&J) Service for the post of Professional Lead for Psychology.The successful applicant will be motivated and committed to working with multi-disciplinary colleagues to make a positive contribution to improving the quality of health and justice services for service users and developing processes that support the health and wellbeing of staff working in the service. They will have an interest/experience in compassion focused, trauma informed approaches and will be keen to contribute to the development of psychologically informed approaches across the H&J Directorate.

Main duties of the job

The main duties include:

- Responsibility for the governance of the psychological practice of all staff groups across Health & Justice Services.- Provision of professional advice and guidance regarding psychological practice within Health & Justice Services.- In collaboration with other senior Health & Justice colleagues to develop and support the delivery of service wide strategic and business planning.- Support, lead and work with psychological practitioners across Health & Justice Services.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

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