About the role
Salary: Negotiable
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Principle Psychologist to join our integrated Mental Healthcare team at Gatwick IRC, based in the heart of Gatwick, providing care to around 440 patients. Within this role you will be working closely with the multidisciplinary to provide high quality care for patients with complex mental health needs. The applicant must be familiar with trauma informed practice and trained in at least one trauma specific intervention. The applicant will be part of the Integrated Mental Health Team and will be an integral part of the clinical leadership team supporting the development of the psychological therapies service
As a qualified, HCPC registered Psychologist, your responsibilities will vary. You will
Offer clinical support and oversight to the Integrated Mental Health Team (IMHT) in the form of training
Undertake psychological assessments and support complex multi-disciplinary formulations
Deliver and oversee the delivery of 1:1 psychological interventions and group intervention as part of the Trauma Informed 'Making Sense' Programme
Deliver teaching and training to healthcare and prison staff where required
Contribute to the development of audit, service evaluation and research profile as appropriate
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
- Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
In this senior
clinician role, the Principal Psychologist will provide clinical leadership to
the mental health team, ensuring the delivery of effective psychological
services that support the unique challenges faced by individuals in prison. The
Principal Psychologist will work collaboratively with the prison's senior
leadership team and external stakeholders, and will actively contribute to
regional quality review processes and service development meetings, ensuring
that mental health services are continuously improved and aligned with best
practices and meeting agreed targets. This role will work closely with the
wider national psychological therapies team and contribute to service model
review and improvement against new research and in line with best practice and
NICE guidelines. Additionally, the role involves contributing to regional
quality review and service development meetings to ensure that mental health
services are responsive to the needs of individuals in prison and actively work
to minimize the cycle of intergenerational trauma. By leading initiatives that
connect individuals with essential resources and support, the Principal
Psychologist will play a vital role in promoting the mental well-being of both patients
and staff within a remand prison setting.