Clinical / Forensic / Counselling Psychologist

Cygnet Health Care

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Job summary

We are looking for a confident Clinical / Counselling / Forensic Psychologist with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

About us

Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Date posted

12 September 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£57,500 to £57,500 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VPA4E73731

Job locations

South West

BS22 9UZ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you an outstanding Clinical / Forensic / Counselling Psychologist with a passion for delivering high quality care?

Cygnet have been providing a national network of specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.

With us, youll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team.

We need a Quaified Psychologist whos passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs.

Joining our team on a full time basis, you will be working 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday.

Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for ourpatientsits a challenging, satisfying vocation.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

So if you care about making a difference every day we want to hear from you.

Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke:

Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke provides an emergency admissions servicefor men and a pathway for women from low secure to rehabilitation including a specialist servicefor personality disorder.

Your Day-to-Day

Youll be working 40 hours a week
Work as a team Psychologist within a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
Carry out psychological assessments & provide therapy to individuals & groups
Collaboratively develop care plans with the MDT
Provide training & supervision to colleagues, & consultation to teams
Evaluate the service, contribute to its development & carry out clinical research
Disseminate outcomes via conference presentations and publications.

We are looking for someone who is...

A HCPC registered Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist with experience in a clinical forensic or mental health setting
Expereince of working within a Personality Disorder Unit
Preferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical and DBT
Passionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needs
Capable of treating difficulties such as self-harm, physical & verbal aggression, history of sexual offending and drug & alcohol problems.

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

Strong career progression opportunities into management roles
Monthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunities
Expert clinical supervision & peer support
Employee referral scheme
Pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving.

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Ready to make a positive change?

Please click on the apply now link below.

Join us!