Qualified Psychologist – FTC

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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 Qualified 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 an experienced Psychologist who’s passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs.

You will be joining us on a Full time, 40 hour per week basis on a 9-12 month FTC covering maternity leave.

Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our patients – it’s a challenging, satisfying vocation.

• 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.

• A HCPC registered Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist with experience in a clinical forensic or mental health setting
• 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.

• Competitive Salary:
  Up to £55,000 pa DOE
• 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.

If interested, please apply below or forward your CV to v

Join us! In this role you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

What next? If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.