Clinical Lead Psychologist

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

This is an opportunity you dont want to miss. At Practice Plus Group we put peoples wellbeing first. Our Health in Justice service line is now expanding into non-Custodial healthcare, a person-centred approach delivered via a solid and consolidated infrastructure aimed to assess individuals mental health and neurodiversity requirements, to redirect them to the most appropriate channel. We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Liaison & Diversion Practitioner to join our team in South Yorkshire.

Hours - 30 hours per week Monday to Friday; hours to be discussed.

Salary -This position is part time and you will receive a salary of £65,000 to £75,000 FTE depending on experience

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Main duties of the job

As a Clinical Psychologist your responsibilities will vary. You will  

• You will guide and support a team of clinicians to the effective running of MHTR pathway by being a trauma informed, motivated and supportive team member. You will deliver evidence-based assessments/interventions, consultations and will support the service users journey. 

• Working in partnership with The Police, The National Probation Service, HM Courts & Tribunals Service, Drug and Alcohol Support Services, and the wider Liaison and Diversion Services, you will lead a therapeutic team which has the primary goal of improving health care outcomes and reducing reoffending for those who are experiencing mental health difficulties. 

• You will oversee, conduct and review risk assessments for suitability of treatment and level of engagement to inform court recommendations

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

Practice Plus Group are the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background. We aim to deliver a truly integrated model that will guide all groups involved in the judicial pathway to provide a more meaningful experience to the individuals involved.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients as they would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

Qualifications and skills required:

• Accredited postgraduate qualification in clinical, counselling or forensic psychology conferring eligibility for HCPC registration as a practitioner psychologist; 
• Knowledge of evidenced based psychological therapies relevant to managing mental health distress  
• Experience of working with adult mental health services or related areas, i.e. criminal justice services with individuals  from diverse backgrounds 
• Evidence of clinical leadership responsibilities and supervisory /management responsibilities  

Our person-centred model is focused on providing meaningful pathways to anyone faced with criminal charges, as well as understanding what triggers and socio-economic circumstances might lead to people offending. We will treat individuals more holistically, focusing on the person and early intervention strategies to reduce risks and improve outcomes.