We are looking for a confident Clinical / Counselling / Forensic Psychologist with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 20 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Bostall House.
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 2,864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job Responsibilities
Are you an outstanding Clinical, Counselling, or Forensic Psychologist with a passion for delivering high-quality care?
Cygnet has 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.
You will be joining our team on a part-time, 16 hours per week basis across 2 days (Ideally Monday and Tuesday).
Maximising positive outcomes and recovery for our patients is 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 Bostall House:
Cygnet Bostall House provides assessment and treatment for men living with a learning disability and associated complex needs. The team can also support those who have mental health needs and behaviours that may challenge.
The Role:
The applicant will be a HCPC registered Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist with a keen interest in working with people with complex mental health needs, and the ability to engage them positively. This post is suitable for a candidate who appreciates variety and a certain degree of autonomy.
Reporting directly to the Consultant Psychologist, the successful candidate will work within a multi-disciplinary team, manage a small caseload at Bostall House, and play a role in training, supervision, and service development. The post holder will apply skills and expertise in clinical and risk assessments, collaboratively develop formulations and care plans, and facilitate group and individual psychological assessments.
Some of the benefits of this role include:
* 25 days pro rata annual leave plus bank holidays
* Fully paid training
* Paid DBS
* Free parking
* Courtesy meals and refreshments whilst on shift
* Shopping and entertainment discount scheme (over 800 retailers)
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Opportunities to progress and develop
Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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Person Specification
General Requirements
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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