Clinical/Counselling Psychologist

Cygnet Health Care Limited; Acton; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount saving

Professional development & supervision

Job summary

Cygnet Hospital Ealing is seeking an experienced Psychologist to provide assessments and individual & group therapy for adults with complex mental health needs. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a welcoming, non-institutional environment.

The role involves collaboration with staff, families and external agencies, risk assessment and treatment planning, plus potential involvement in service development and clinical research.

Qualifications

• An experienced Psychologist with adult mental health experience.
• Experienced in working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledgeable of mental health legislation, risk assessment and risk management principles.
• Preferably trained in Schema-focused therapy, Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) and DBT.

Responsibilities

• Carry out psychological assessments & provide therapy to individuals & groups.
• Work systemically with staff, as well as directly with service users.
• Consult with staff, families & other agencies about the psychological care of the client group.
• Offer psychological insight & knowledge to the multidisciplinary team.
• Support the clinical, nursing & direct care teams in making skilled evaluations & decisions about risk.
• Evaluate the service, contribute to its development & carry out clinical research.

Skills

Psychologist

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Risk assessment

Schema-focused therapy

Cognitive Analytical Therapy

DBT

Communication

Job description

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. Be a part of it.We need a experienced Psychologist who’s passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Ealing.Joining our team on a part-time basis, you will work 30hrs per week across 4 days.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.Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our patients – it’s a challenging, satisfying vocation.At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.So if you care about making a difference – every day – we want to hear from you.Cygnet Hospital Ealing:Cygnet Hospital Ealing provides a welcoming, non-institutional environment, offering personalised treatment for service users with an eating disorder or personality disorder over two separate wards.Your day-to-day…Carry out psychological assessments & provide therapy to individuals & groupsWork systemically with staff, as well as directly with service usersConsult with staff, families & other agencies about the psychological care of the client groupOffer psychological insight & knowledge to the multidisciplinary teamSupport the clinical, nursing & direct care teams in making skilled evaluations & decisions about riskEvaluate the service, contribute to its development & carry out clinical research.We are looking for someone who is…An experienced Psychologist, ideally with an adult mental health client groupExperienced in working as part of a multidisciplinary teamKnowledgeable of mental health legislation, risk assessment & risk management principlesPreferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical & DBTPassionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needsCapable of treating difficulties such as self-harm, physical & verbal aggression, history of sexual offending & drug & alcohol problemsAn excellent communicator.Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…Competitive Salary: £48,547pa (FTE £60,638)Strong career progression opportunities into management rolesMonthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunitiesExpert clinical supervision & peer supportEmployee referral schemePension schemeCycle 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?Please click on the apply now link below.What next?If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply