Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a suitable qualified and experienced Clinical or Forensic Psychologist to join the Greater Manchester Offender Personality Disorder (OPD) team to deliver key aspects of the OPD strategy.
The OPD Strategy is a nationwide programme of services in HMPPS to improve the wellbeing and futures of men, women and young people who have personality difficulties linked to their serious offending behaviour. Psychologists are a vital part of the programme, nurturing understanding and change in the lives of the offenders who participate and the professional practices of the prison and probation staff with whom they are engaged.
We have a full time permanent role for a Clinical or Forensic Psychologist or a Counselling Psychologist to join a dedicated, enthusiastic team of multi-disciplinary staff which includes a Clinical Psychologist, Trainee Psychologists, Probation Practitioners and other health professionals.
We may consider a Band 7 preceptorship position for the right candidate.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for supporting and delivering the OPD strategy in the community. They will provide consultations, in partnership with a probation colleague, to probation practitioners in specific regional probation delivery units (PDUs) across Greater Manchester. This will include developing formulations and recommendations for the probation staff accessing the service. The aim is to focus on a shared understanding of personality difficulties with the aim of reducing risk and reoffending and improving wellbeing. In addition to this, the post holder will be involved in the development of the workforce through training, supervision, reflective practice and by participating in joint case work opportunities. The post holder will receive training and supervision, including clinical supervision, line management supervision and group reflective practice.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Education/qualifications
Essential
- Good honours degree (2:1 or above) in psychology
- Eligibility for graduate membership of BPS
- Registration with HCPC
- Postgraduate doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent in Forensic Psychology
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a qualified psychologist
- Experience of working as a qualified psychologist in a forensic setting
- Experience of working with men or women with personality difficulties
Desirable
- Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams
- Experience of developing services
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of therapeutic models to inform consultation and formulation
Desirable
- Approved/accredited training in specific therapeutic approaches
- Approved/accredited training is structured professional judgement forms of risk assessment
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- High level off communication and interpersonal skills, both written and spoken
- Evidence of consultation skills
Desirable
- Experience of teaching and training other psychologists
- Experience of supervising assistant or trainee psychologists
Person Specification
Education/qualifications
Essential
- Good honours degree (2:1 or above) in psychology
- Eligibility for graduate membership of BPS
- Registration with HCPC
- Postgraduate doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent in Forensic Psychology
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a qualified psychologist
- Experience of working as a qualified psychologist in a forensic setting
- Experience of working with men or women with personality difficulties
Desirable
- Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams
- Experience of developing services
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of therapeutic models to inform consultation and formulation
Desirable
- Approved/accredited training in specific therapeutic approaches
- Approved/accredited training is structured professional judgement forms of risk assessment
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- High level off communication and interpersonal skills, both written and spoken
- Evidence of consultation skills
Desirable
- Experience of teaching and training other psychologists
- Experience of supervising assistant or trainee psychologists
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
