Clinical/Forensic Psychologist — MDT Therapy & Research Impact

NHS Jobs; Woking; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

CPD opportunities

Reflective practice

Expert clinical supervision

Employee referral scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discounts

Job summary

Cygnet Hospital Woking is seeking an outstanding HCPC registered Clinical or Forensic Psychologist to join a multidisciplinary team on a full-time basis. The role involves independent psychological assessments and therapy within the service, under supervision, with opportunities to lead audits, research and teaching activities for service development.

You will work within a range of complex mental health needs, including risk management and collaboration with the MDT to optimize patient

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Clinical or Forensic Psychologist with experience in clinical forensic or mental health settings.
• Newly qualified and those due to qualify within 6 months are welcome to apply.
• Preferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema-focused, Cognitive Analytical and DBT.
• Experience treating self-harm, aggression, history of sexual offending and substance use.

Responsibilities

• Carry out psychological assessments & provide therapy to individuals & groups.
• Collaboratively develop care plans with the MDT.
• Provide training & supervision to colleagues, & consultation to teams.
• Evaluate the service, contribute to its development & carry out clinical research.
• Disseminate outcomes via conference presentations and publications.

Skills

HCPC registered

Clinical psychology

Forensic psychology

Job description

Cygnet Hospital Woking is seeking an outstanding HCPC registered Clinical or Forensic Psychologist to join a multidisciplinary team on a full-time basis. The role involves independent psychological assessments and therapy within the service, under supervision, with opportunities to lead audits, research and teaching activities for service development.

You will work within a range of complex mental health needs, including risk management and collaboration with the MDT to optimize patient