Practitioner Psychologist

A Practitioner Psychologist in Manchester provides evidence-based assessments, formulations, and psychological interventions for individuals with complex mental health issues. They contribute to multidisciplinary risk management, care planning, and promote overall psychological wellbeing within the team. The role involves managing a demanding caseload, facilitating therapy groups, and offering high-quality supervision to colleagues and trainees. Strong communication skills are essential for discussing sensitive information with service users, their families, and healthcare staff. Technical expertise in psychological assessments, risk management, and therapeutic methods such as EMDR, CBT, and DBT are required. The position offers opportunities for professional growth, participation in reflective practice, and involvement in service development within a secure forensic environment.