Job summary
We are looking for a confident Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist - with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Heathers.
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 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Cygnet Health Care 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 are looking for a Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist for a 6 month fixed term contract for our Psychology team at Cygnet Heathers and Meadow Mews.
Cygnet Heathers and Meadow Mews:
Cygnet Heathers is a 20-bed service providing neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative rehabilitation for men with mental health difficulties and acquired brain injury. Meadow Mews is a 10-bedded enhanced community residential service for men with neuropsychiatric or neurodegenerative conditions for those who have been able to progress through the hospital pathway but now require the ability to return to the community.
Your Day-to-Day...
The post-holder will have a key role in providing specialist psychological assessments, interpretation from psychological tests, semi-structured interviews, individual and group therapy. You will also consider potential risks and social needs of the client group, relevant to their diagnosis.
1. Collaboratively develop risk assessments and care plans with the MDT.
2. You will work as part of a dedicated clinical team providing a multi-disciplinary approach to rehabilitation in a therapeutic environment where the focus is on maximising positive outcomes and recovery.
3. You will be expected to offer psychological insight and knowledge around the clinical area and provide consultation about the psychological care of the client group to staff, families and other agencies.
4. As a HCPC Registered Psychologist, you will have a pivotal role in the training and clinical supervision of Assistant Psychologists. You will also have involvement in audit, policy, service development along with the assessment and interpretation of outcomes.
We are looking for someone who is...
5. A HCPC registered Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist with experience in a clinical forensic or mental health setting
6. Able to work effective as part of a multi-disciplinary team
7. Passionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needs
8. Neuropsychological experience is desirable but not essential
9. Capable of working with difficulties such as physical & verbal aggression, history of offending, drug and alcohol problems and self-harm.
Cygnet Health Care Benefits
10. Free parking
11. Free meals for staff on duty
12. Group pension plan helping you save for your future
13. NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts)
14. Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice.
Plus much more
A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether its saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays and leisure or securing your future with professional development and a pension we support you to be happy both in and out of work.
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.
Person Specification
General Requirements
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