Serco - HMP Dovegate (Therapeutic Community)
Permanent, Full Time
£, pa + Car + Excellent Corporate Benefits Package
HMP Dovegate is a category B male prison establishment based on the Staffordshire/Derbyshire border near Uttoxeter, which is managed by Serco on behalf of HMPPS. This is no ordinary prison, as it is also home to the only privately run Therapeutic Community within a prison estate. The Therapeutic Community (colloquially known as the “TC”) is comprised of prisoners, who voluntarily refer to undertake the Therapeutic Community group model by way of reducing their risk. This is a unique clinical environment, where work to effect significant risk reduction utilising a therapeutic frame takes place.
The Role of Deputy Clinical Director has recently become vacant on the TC. This is a Senior Role, and one which doesn’t become available often! You will be involved in ensuring the everyday therapeutic intervention is undertaken effectively, providing clinical and managerial support and training to the clinical staff team working on the TC. In addition, the role ensures all Communities are Audit and Inspection compliant and is involved in group work across the Communities as needed. You will Deputise for the Clinical Director in their absence, along with developing strategic plans and policies for the TC in collaboration with other Senior Leaders.
What you’ll need to do this role
Qualifications
1. Masters level qualification in Psychotherapy or Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychology
2. Registration with HCPC/UKCP/BPC or equivalent awarding body
3. Significant clinical training as part of your master’s qualification
4. Postgraduate qualification in clinical Supervision
5. Qualification/Experience in Psychodynamic therapy delivery(desirable)
6. Qualification/Experience facilitating group psychotherapy (desirable)
Experience
7. Relevant previous experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
8. Knowledge of Therapeutic Community principles and practises (desirable)
9. Skilled in group therapy delivery and working with complex clinical cases
10. Leading teams through change
11. Managing contract delivery and associated KPI’s (desirable)
Skills
12. Excellent communication and report writing skills
13. Skilled in reflective practise and managing self in response to challenging emotional material
14. Awareness of risk management
Who to Contact: For an informal discussion with the Clinical Director, please contact
Why Serco
A place you can make an impact - The nature of our business means you will do interesting work that matters – delivering essential services that touch people’s lives.
A place you can count on - Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You’ll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.
A place for you - We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed within a supportive and safe culture.
What we offer
15. Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
16. Free onsite parking
17. Exclusive access to onsite fitness facilities
18. Subsidised meals
19. Blue Light discounts
20. Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships
21. A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plans, free flu jabs and more
22. A wealth of career development training to suit your future aspirations. These range from role specific training, leadership coaching, formal study and much more to support you to build your career with Serco
23. A safe and supportive culture
24. A company passionate about diversity and inclusion