Are you an innovative Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist with a passion for delivering high quality care? Working at the cutting edge of community care.
Cygnet Health Care have been providing a national network of specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.
We need a Qualified Psychologist who’s passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs. So if you care about making a difference – every day – we want to hear from you.
With us, you’ll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team.
Cygnet Gledholt and Gledholt Mews
The Gledholt sites are unique enhanced community residential services providing outcome focused support for adults with learning disabilities/mental health, who may have behaviours that challenge and associated complex needs, and are a high risk of relapse.
Your Day-to-Day...
The post-holder will have a key role in providing:
* Liaising with the service manager (Lead Nurse Clinician) in discussing formulation and clinical direction of the residents.
* Engaging with in-reach work prior to admission.
* Supporting the service manager with the management of the MDT.
* Conducting specialist psychological assessments, interpreting psychological tests, semi-structured interviews, individual and group therapy.
* Collaboratively working with the clinical model and VDP developing care pathways, risk assessments, and care plans with the MDT.
* Working as part of a dedicated clinical team providing a multi-disciplinary approach to rehabilitation in a therapeutic environment.
* Offering psychological insight and knowledge around the clinical area and providing consultation about the psychological care of the client group to staff, families, and other agencies.
* As a HCPC Registered Psychologist, having a pivotal role in the training and clinical supervision of Assistant Psychologists.
We are looking for someone who is...
* A HCPC registered Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist with experience in a clinical forensic or mental health setting.
* A Trainee Psychologist within 12 months of qualifying.
* Able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* Preferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Compassion Focused, and DBT, but not essential.
* Passionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needs.
* Capable of working with difficulties such as physical & verbal aggression, history of offending, drug and alcohol problems, and self-harm.
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
* Free parking.
* Free meals for staff on duty.
* Group pension plan.
* NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts).
* Strong career progression opportunities.
* Clinical supervision and peer support.
Requirements
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.
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