Qualified Forensic Psychologist

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within HMP Altcourse to join our prisons Psychology team as a Forensic Psychologist.

As the Forensic Psychologist, you will join us in leading and developing a range of innovative plans, including the development of a psychologically led unit and the strengthening of multi-disciplinary working to support our prisoners.

You will help to support a team of Forensic Psychologists in Training and will support team members with their caseloads, whilst also maintaining direct contact with prisoners with complex needs, including those whose early experiences have contributed to difficulties within their personality functioning and contributed to involvement in serious offending.

We encourage candidates with previous experience within prison establishments to apply, but we will consider those whose experience lies within the Forensic Mental Health field generally. We are able to consider newly qualified candidates, who can demonstrate the required insight into the potential demands of the role and evidence of the ongoing development of relevant skills.

This role presents a significant opportunity for personal growth and continuing professional development.

Main duties of the job

• Manage and supervise Forensic Psychologists in Training and engage directly with prisoners.
• Support and supervise staff handling cases with prisoners having complex needs.
• Complete Parole Reports and conduct assessments (HCR20, PCL-R, IPDE, SARA).
• Conduct forensic assessments, formulate plans, and contribute to psychological treatment for prisoners.
• Collaborate with the Psychology and Interventions team, prisoners, and the wider prison community.
• Attend multi-disciplinary meetings within and outside the prison and communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead, develop, and contribute to new Offending Behaviour Programmes (OBP) with psychological oversight.
• Provide training on managing behaviours, personality disorders, and share information on complex case formulations with relevant teams for effective prisoner management.

About us

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all.

Sodexo's vision for HMP Altcourse is to develop a safe, stable, and progressive environment with modern facilities dedicated to reducing re-offending and enabling individuals to fulfil their potential. Every aspect of the prison is designed to help prisoners make meaningful progress in their sentence and personal development goals within a surrounding culture of rehabilitation.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.

We're all about building a workplace for the future; we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome and can be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we're on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications from candidates from under-represented backgrounds.

If you have the ambition to build a successful career and the people skills to build successful relationships, apply now for a career that's too good to miss.

Job responsibilities

You will be the direct line manager of a team of Forensic Psychologists and Forensic Psychologists-in-Training and will support staff with their caseloads, whilst also maintaining direct contact with prisoners with complex needs including personality disorders, and serious offending histories.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• HCPC Registered Forensic Psychologist.
• Knowledge of psychological theory in working with individuals with personality disorder, involvement in violent behaviour, and have knowledge of the potential needs of neurodiverse people.
• Practice in the administration and interpretation of psychological assessments.

Experience

• HCPC Registered Forensic Psychologist.
• Knowledge of psychological theory in working with individuals with personality disorder, involvement in violent behaviour, and have knowledge of the potential needs of neurodiverse people.
• Practice in the administration and interpretation of psychological assessments.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Depending on experience £58,000 per annum depending on experience.