Locum Psychologist – Mental Health Treatment Requirement (MHTR) Pathway

Job description

### **Job Title** Locum Clinical Lead – Mental Health Treatment Requirement (MHTR) Pathway ### **Banding** Band 8a/ 8b equivalent ### **Location** Humberside (primarily Hull, with travel across the region to Crown and Magistrates Courts) ### **Working Hours** Approx. 30 hours per week | Flexible days (2–3 days per week possible) ### **Salary** Competitive hourly/daily rate --- We are looking for an experienced **Locum Clinical Lead** to join the Mental Health Treatment Requirement (MHTR) team in Humberside. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with courts, probation, and Liaison & Diversion services to provide psychological interventions as an alternative to custody. Based mainly in Hull with travel across the region, you’ll play a key role in reducing reoffending and improving mental health outcomes for first-time and low-level offenders. Flexible working arrangements and competitive rates make this a unique opportunity to make a real impact. --- **Responsibilities** In this role, **you will**: - Assess individuals in court and make recommendations for ongoing treatment under the MHTR pathway. - Deliver brief psychological interventions for mental health difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, and trauma-related issues. - Work with a complex population, including those with trauma histories, neurodevelopmental conditions, and personality disorders. - Collaborate with Liaison & Diversion and Reconnect teams, as well as probation and court professionals. - Provide clinical leadership and support to ensure effective delivery of interventions across various bases in the region and online. **Benefits** - Flexible working arrangements (2–3 days per week possible). - Opportunity to make a real impact by reducing reoffending and improving mental health outcomes. - Work within a supportive multidisciplinary team. - Competitive locum rates. #### **Qualifications and Experience** We welcome applicants who meet most of the following criteria: - HCPC-registered Psychologist (Clinical, Counselling, or Forensic) or equivalent senior mental health professional. - Experience in adult mental health and/or forensic settings. - Ability to deliver psychological therapy and clinical interventions (not just assessments). - Court experience desirable but not essential. If you don’t meet all requirements but have relevant experience, **please still apply**! #### **How to Apply** Apply directly through the **Pulse website**. Once your application is received, our recruitment team will contact you to discuss next steps. #### **Why Work with Pulse** Pulse offers access to exclusive locum opportunities, competitive pay rates, dedicated consultant support, and flexible working options tailored to your lifestyle. #### **Reasonable Adjustments** If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please let us know and we will support you.