These positions are based at HMP/YOI PARC BRIDGEND, CF35 6AP, HMYOI FELTHAM, TW13 4ND, HMYOI WERRINGTON STOKE ON TRENT, ST9 0DX, HMYOI WETHERBY, LS22 5ED Job Summary Please refer to Job Description Job Description Various exciting opportunities have recently arisen for additional Senior Registered Psychologists within Psychology Services for HMPPS Youth Custody Service (YCS). Each post-holder can be potentially based at any of the YCS sites across England and Wales including HMYOIs Feltham (Heathrow), Werrington (Stoke-on-Trent), Wetherby (Yorkshire) and Parc (South Wales). With approximately 500 children in custody, YCS Psychology Services work across the whole spectrum of complex needs of this population as part of a trauma-informed approach. Practice is integrated across all partner agencies with an enduring focus on the best interests of the child. Given all services for this specialist population are underpinned by evidence based practice, Psychology Services are integral to the wider YCS. organisation. In addition to providing services into sites, YCS Psychology Services are also integral to numerous wider national consultancy projects including an Interventions Model, staff training and development including a model for Reflective Practice, and various other developmentally appropriate approaches to support the organisation. YCS Senior Psychologists also line manage and supervise the practice of other staff in the team including trainee psychologists. Whilst mainly services for children, YCS Psychology Services works into HMP Feltham which is a split site, thereby providing opportunities for working with adults. Further, as part of the wider HMPPS Psychology Services Group, successful applicants will also benefit from numerous opportunities for CPD and career progression working across the wider custodial estate. Motivation and resilience to work with this complex yet rewarding young population is essential. Experience of working with children involved in the youth justice system is desirable but full training and support will be provided. All suitably qualified interested parties are therefore encouraged to apply but to discuss this post further please contact [1] ycs.psychology@justice.gov.uk and someone will get back to you. Various exciting opportunities have recently arisen for additional Senior Registered Psychologists within Psychology Services for HMPPS Youth Custody Service (YCS). Each post-holder can be potentially based at any of the YCS sites across England and Wales including HMYOIs Feltham (Heathrow), Werrington (Stoke-on-Trent), Wetherby (Yorkshire) and Parc (South Wales). With approximately 500 children in custody, YCS Psychology Services work across the whole spectrum of complex needs of this population as part of a trauma-informed approach. Practice is integrated across all partner agencies with an enduring focus on the best interests of the child. Given all services for this specialist population are underpinned by evidence based practice, Psychology Services are integral to the wider YCS. organisation. In addition to providing services into sites, YCS Psychology Services are also integral to numerous wider national consultancy projects including an Interventions Model, staff training and development including a model for Reflective Practice, and various other developmentally appropriate approaches to support the organisation. YCS Senior Psychologists also line manage and supervise the practice of other staff in the team including trainee psychologists. Whilst mainly services for children, YCS Psychology Services works into HMP Feltham which is a split site, thereby providing opportunities for working with adults. Further, as part of the wider HMPPS Psychology Services Group, successful applicants will also benefit from numerous opportunities for CPD and career progression working across the wider custodial estate. Motivation and resilience to work with this complex yet rewarding young population is essential. Experience of working with children involved in the youth justice system is desirable but full training and support will be provided. All suitably qualified interested parties are therefore encouraged to apply but to discuss this post further please contact [1] ycs.psychology@justice.gov.uk and someone will get back to you. Person specification Please Refer To Job Description Licences HCPC registered Forensic Psychologist Possess a professional background in Psychology Experience in providing clinical supervision Completed relevant training in effective models of treatment and best practise They are likely to also be a Chartered Psychologist and Full member of the appropriate division of the BPS if the post requires it The post holder should have two years post registration experience at the point of taking up post. Memberships HCPC registered Forensic Psychologist Possess a professional background in Psychology Experience in providing clinical supervision Completed relevant training in effective models of treatment and best practise They are likely to also be a Chartered Psychologist and Full member of the appropriate division of the BPS if the post requires it The post holder should have two years post registration experience at the point of taking up post. 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