Forensic Mental Health Specialist
3 weeks ago
We are seeking a highly motivated Psychologist to provide specialist forensic psychology support for the Offender Personality Disorder Pathway (OPD). The OPD pathway is a psychologically-led joint initiative between His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) and NHS England for high risk offenders who experience a coexisting severe personality disorder.
Main Duties- To reduce levels of re-offending
- To improve the psychological health and wellbeing of this client group
- To improve the skills, confidence and attitudes of the workforce
The role involves providing consultation to probation officers and approved premises staff, developing formulations for this client group, developing and delivering relevant training and completing time-limited joint working with clients and probation staff.
This post requires a range of skills across competencies and the main body of work will include consultation, formulation, reflective practice and training. Regular opportunities for CPD and supervision of assistants are also available.
About UsSomerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development. You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.
Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London. There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.
Please see the attached job description for full duties.
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