Clinical / Counselling / Forensic Psychologist

Cygnet Health Care; Colchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health services is seeking a passionate Clinical, Counselling, or Forensic Psychologist. This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality psychological assessments and therapy to individuals with complex mental health needs. You will contribute to patient care, develop treatment plans, and engage in clinical research, all while benefiting from strong career progression opportunities and expert supervision. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of patients and their families.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Career progression opportunities

Monthly reflective practice

Expert clinical supervision

Employee referral scheme

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount savings

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist with relevant experience.
• Trained in complex therapies for mental health treatment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and provide therapy to individuals and groups.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop care plans.

Skills

Clinical Psychology

Counselling Psychology

Forensic Psychology

Complex Therapies (Schema focused, DBT)

Psychological Assessments

Education

HCPC Registration

Experience in clinical forensic or mental health setting

Job description

About the role

Overview

Colchester, CO4 5HF

Full Time

Up to £58,300pa DOE

24 April 2025

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, you'll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team.

We need a Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist who's passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs.

Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our patients - it's a challenging, satisfying vocation.

Cygnet Hospital Colchester:

Cygnet Hospital Colchester, formerly known as Fairview Hospital, is a 54 bed service providing a range of intensive support and rehabilitation services for men with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or mental health needs.

Your Day-to-Day...

1. You'll be working 40 hours a week
2. Work as a team Psychologist within a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
3. Carry out psychological assessments & provide therapy to individuals & groups
4. Collaboratively develop care plans with the MDT
5. Provide training & supervision to colleagues, & consultation to teams
6. Evaluate the service, contribute to its development & carry out clinical research
7. Disseminate outcomes via conference presentations and publications.

We are looking for someone who is...

1. A HCPC registered Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist with experience in a clinical forensic or mental health setting
2. Preferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical and DBT
3. Passionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needs
4. 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...

1. Competitive Salary
2. Strong career progression opportunities into management roles
3. Monthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunities
4. Expert clinical supervision & peer support
5. Employee referral scheme
6. Pension scheme
7. "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 [e-mail]

Join us!

In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.