About this role
Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
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, you’ll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team.
We need a Qualified Psychologist who’s passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs.
Joining our team on a full time basis, you will be working 37.5 hours per week, across 5 days.
Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our patients– it’s a challenging, satisfying vocation.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
You’ll 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 Harrow:
• Cygnet Hospital Harrow provides a recovery focused service treating a wide range of mental health problems. We also offer specialist diagnostic, assessment and inpatient services for individuals with mental health needs and who also have a dual diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. • Your day-to-day… • Carry out psychological assessments & provide therapy to individuals & groups • Work systemically with staff, as well as directly with service users • Consult with staff, families & other agencies about the psychological care of the client group • Offer psychological insight & knowledge to the multidisciplinary team • Support the clinical, nursing & direct care teams in making skilled evaluations & decisions about risk • Evaluate the service, contribute to its development & carry out clinical research.
We are looking for someone who is...
• An experienced Psychologist, ideally with an adult mental health client group • Experienced in working as part of a multidisciplinary team • Knowledgeable of mental health legislation, risk assessment & risk management principles • Preferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical & 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 & drug & alcohol problems • An excellent communicator.
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
• Salary: Up to £65,000pa DOE • 25 days annual leave plus Bank holidays • Fully paid training • Paid DBS • Free parking • Courtesy meals & refreshments while on shift • Shopping & entertainment discount scheme (over 800 retailers) • NHS Discount (Blue Light Card) • Cycle to Work scheme • Opportunities to progress and develop.
Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
What next?
If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.
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