Job Summary
We are seeking a DBT therapist, psychologist or psychological therapist to join the ‘Options' Offender Personality Disorder Team at HMP Downview (female prison, Sutton, Surrey). The role involves delivering modified forensic DBT programmes, 1:1 EMDR, staff training, consultation, and formulation for women on the Personality Disorder Pathway.
Main Responsibilities
* Deliver Modified Forensic Dialectic Behavioural Therapy to women screened in the OPD pathway – individual and group treatment.
* Attend and take part in weekly DBT consultation meetings and adhere to DBT principles.
* Develop individual formulations applying psychological models of personality disorder, offending, observed behaviour, cognitive, emotional and interpersonal patterns for complex clinical needs.
* Provide outreach support and stabilisation with prisoners at HMP Downview as directed.
* Provide clinical supervision to the team’s psychological therapists, Assistant Psychologists, trainees and other members when appropriate.
* Work autonomously within professional guidelines and the service’s policy framework.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* Postgraduate qualification in DBT.
* Postgraduate qualification in CBT.
* Clinical qualification registered with the relevant body (e.g., HCPC) and eligibility for membership of the SfDBT or equivalent.
* Accredited membership of the BABCP (or recognised qualification with CBT route). Doctoral level training in clinical, forensic or counselling psychology or equivalent is desirable.
* Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment across care settings including prison.
* Experience of working with people with personality disorder or complex needs; experience within the prison or forensic environment is desirable.
* Ability to work in a secure environment and maintain enhanced security clearance.
Key Skills & Knowledge
* Proficient use of complex psychological assessment and intervention methods.
* Strong communication and consultation skills with professionals and clients.
* Knowledge of the Women's Offender Personality Disorder Pathway.
* Experience in trauma‑informed care and risk assessment is desirable.
Employer Information
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust – HMP Downview, Sutton Lane, Sutton Surrey, SM2 5PD.
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