Overview
Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK.
Are you an outstanding Qualified 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 an experienced Psychologist who’s passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs. You will be joining us on a full‑time, 40‑hour per week basis for a 6‑ to 9‑month fixed‑term contract covering maternity leave. Maximising positive outcomes and recovery for our patients is a challenging, satisfying vocation.
Location & Service
Cygnet Lodge Salford is a high‑support inpatient rehabilitation (level2) service for women. The service supports 24 individuals with a primary diagnosis of mental illness and a complex secondary diagnosis, including personality disorder.
Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
* Work as a team psychotherapist within a multidisciplinary team (MDT).
* Carry out psychological assessments and provide therapy to individuals and groups.
* Collaboratively develop care plans with the MDT.
* Provide training and supervision to colleagues and consultation to teams.
* Evaluate the service, contribute to its development, and carry out clinical research.
* Disseminate outcomes via conference presentations and publications.
Qualifications & Requirements
* HCPC registered clinical, counselling, or forensic psychologist with experience in a clinical forensic or mental health setting.
* 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 and verbal aggression, history of sexual offending, and drug and alcohol problems.
* Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Benefits
* Competitive salary: up to £55,000 per annum, depending on experience.
* Strong career‑progression opportunities into management roles.
* Monthly reflective practice and support with CPD opportunities.
* Expert clinical supervision and peer support.
* Employee referral scheme.
* Pension scheme.
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme and employee discount savings.
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