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The Clinical Psychology Interventions Service in prison healthcare operates within the Adult Mental Health Services of NHSGGC. The service provides psychological assessment and treatment for people with mental disorder who may present a risk of serious harm to themselves and/or others. Referrals to the service are currently accepted from NHS and SPS colleagues, criminal justice social workers and forensic psychologists.
The Mental Health Therapist will be responsible for the delivery of psychological therapies to people experiencing mild to moderate mental health problems within the prison environment. Supervision will be provided by a team Psychologist and the post holder will work closely with the wider MDT; The post holder will also have the opportunity to contribute to the direction and development, of psychological services within prison healthcare.
Minimum requirements- must have a single or joint honours degree in psychology; 2:1 or above. Specialised knowledge of psychology acquired through relevant NHS experience. Experience of working psychologically with adults with common mental health problems. The post requires the ability to travel to bases across the Board Area.
For more information about the job purpose and duties and responsibilities for this post please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification
Informal Contact
Claire MacLean, Consultant Clinical Psychologist on 0141 770 2050
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Pack
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