Job summary
We are looking for a confident Qualified 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 Cedars.
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
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, youll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team.
We need a Clinical, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist whos passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs.
Please note applicants within 6 months of qualifying are welcome to apply for this role.
Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for ourservice users is a challenging, satisfying vocation.
So if you care about making a difference every day we want to hear from you.
Cygnet Cedars:
Cygnet Cedars is a 24-bed high dependency complex care service for men with learning disabilities, associated complex needs and who may have behaviours that challenge. We accept emergency referrals and the team are experienced in managing them quickly and efficiently to ensure the transition for each individual is as smooth as possible.
Your day-to-day
1. Work as a team Psychologist within a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
2. Carry out psychological assessments & provide therapy to individuals & groups
3. Collaboratively develop care plans with the MDT
4. Provide training & supervision to colleagues & consultation to teams
5. Evaluate the service, contribute to its development & carry out clinical research
6. Disseminate outcomes via conference presentations & publications.
We are looking for someone who is...
7. A HCPC registered Clinical, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist with experience in a forensic or mental health setting
8. Experience working within a Learning Disability service or a keen interest of working with Adults with challenging behaviours.
9. Passionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needs
10. Preferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical & DBT
11. Capable of treating difficulties such as self-harm, physical & verbal aggression, history of sexual offending & drug & alcohol problems.
Why Cygnet? Well offer you
12. Strong career progression opportunities into management roles
13. Monthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunities
14. Expert clinical supervision & peer support
15. Employee referral scheme
16. Pension scheme
17. Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving.
Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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