Lead Psychologist - £4,000 Welcome bonus
Job Description
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.
\n\nAre you an outstanding Qualified Psychologist with a passion for delivering high quality care?
\n\nCygnet have been providing a national network of specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.
\n\nWith us, you’ll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team.
\n\nWe need a Lead Psychologist who’s passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs and associated learning disabilities and challenging behaviour.
\n\nJoining our team on a part time basis, you will work 32hrs across 4 days at Alders Clinic.
\n\nMaximising positive outcomes & recovery for our patients– it’s a challenging, satisfying vocation.
\n\nAt Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
\n\nYou’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.
\n\nSo if you care about making a difference – every day – we want to hear from you.
\n\nCygnet Alders Clinic:
\nCygnet Alders Clinic is a 20 bed rehabilitation service providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for women with personality disorder and complex needs.
\n\nYour Day-to-Day…
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Work as a team Psychologist within a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
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Carry out psychological assessments & provide therapy to individuals & groups
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Collaboratively develop care plans with the MDT
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Provide training & supervision to colleagues, & consultation to teams
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Evaluate the service, contribute to its development & carry out clinical research
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Disseminate outcomes via conference presentations and publications.
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We are looking for someone who is...
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A HCPC registered Clinical/Forensic or Counselling Psychologist with experience in a clinical forensic or mental health setting
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Experience of working within a Personality Disorder service preferred
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Preferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical and DBT
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Passionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needs
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Capable of treating difficulties such as self-harm, physical & verbal aggression, history of sexual offending and drug & alcohol problems.
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Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
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Competitive Salary: £62,400pa (FTE £78,000)
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£4,000 welcome bonus (T&C'S)
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Strong career progression opportunities into management roles
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Monthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunities
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Expert clinical supervision & peer support
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Employee referral scheme
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Pension scheme
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“Cycle to work” scheme & employee discount saving.
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Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
\nReady to make a positive change?
\nPlease click on the ‘apply now’ link below.
\nJoin us!
\nIn this role you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
\n\nWhat next?
\n\nIf you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.
\n\nClick the button to apply
