Principal Psychologist - Part time **£4,000 Welcome Bonus **
We are looking for a confident Principal Psychologist with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 32 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.
Job responsibilities
Are you an outstanding Qualified Psychologist with a passion for delivering high quality care?
We need a Principal Psychologist who's passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs. Joining our team on a part-time basis, you will be working 32 hours per week across 4 days.
Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our service users is a challenging, satisfying vocation.
Your Day-to-Day
* 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 or Counselling Psychologist with experience in a Clinical or mental health setting
* Minimum 3 years qualified experience
* 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? We'll offer you
* Strong career progression opportunities into management roles
* Monthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunities
* Expert clinical supervision & peer support
* 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?
If interested, please apply below or forward your CV to vickylinstead@cygnethealth.co.uk
In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
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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