Serco - HMP Dovegate (Therapeutic Community)
Permanent, Full Time
£68,000 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 180 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 the role
Qualifications
Masters level qualification in Psychotherapy or Clinical/Counselling Psychology
Registration with HCPC/UKCP/BPC or equivalent awarding body
Significant clinical training as part of your master's qualification
Postgraduate qualification in clinical Supervision
Qualification/Experience in Psychodynamic therapy delivery(desirable)
Qualification/Experience facilitating group psychotherapy (desirable)
Experience
Relevant previous experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
Knowledge of Therapeutic Community principles and practises (desirable)
Skilled in group therapy delivery and working with complex clinical cases
Leading teams through change
Managing contract delivery and associated KPI's (desirable)
Skills
Excellent communication and report writing skills
Skilled in reflective practise and managing self in response to challenging emotional material
Awareness of risk management
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
Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
Free onsite parking
Exclusive access to onsite fitness facilities
Subsidised meals
Blue Light discounts
Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships
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
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
A safe and supportive culture
A company passionate about diversity and inclusion
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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly Disability Confident Leaderemployers and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.
At Serco we support fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the Ban the Box' pledge (some may be exempt due to thenature of the role and the security clearance required). Please contact our recruitment team directly on 0345 010 4000 to discuss.
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