Forensic/Clinical/Counselling Psychologist – 12 Month FTC

Cygnet; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health services is seeking a dedicated Forensic/Clinical/Counselling Psychologist for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team, focusing on delivering high-quality care to individuals with complex mental health needs. You'll engage in psychological assessments, therapy, and contribute to the development of care plans while enjoying strong career progression opportunities. Join this forward-thinking organization and make a meaningful impact on the lives of service users every day.

Benefits

Strong career progression opportunities

Monthly reflective practice

Expert clinical supervision

Employee referral scheme

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount savings

Qualifications

• Qualified Psychologist with HCPC registration and experience in mental health settings.
• Trained in complex therapies like Schema focused and DBT.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Clinical Psychology

Forensic Psychology

Counselling Skills

Therapeutic Techniques

Team Collaboration

Education

HCPC Registration

Doctorate in Psychology

Job description

Forensic/Clinical/Counselling Psychologist – 12 Month FTC

Cygnet Maidstone, England, United Kingdom

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Forensic/Clinical/Counselling Psychologist – 12 Month FTC

Cygnet Maidstone, England, United Kingdom

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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 Qualified Psychologist who’s passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs. You will be joining us on a 12 month FTC, working full time, 37.5hrs per week basis.

Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our service users – it’s a challenging, satisfying vocation.

So if you care about making a difference – every day – we want to hear from you.

Cygnet Hospital Maidstone

Cygnet Hospital Maidstone is our state-of-the-art, 65 bed mental health facility for adults situated in the Kent Medical Campus in Maidstone.

Cygnet Hospital Maidstone is purpose built to meet the latest national specifications for improving mental health within a therapeutic environment. The hospital will provide an important and much-needed service for local patients from Kent.

Your Day-to-Day…

• Work as a team Psychologist within a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
• 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.
  
  

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is…

• A HCPC registered Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist with experience in a Clinical, forensic or mental health setting
• Experience in rehab in-patient settings
• 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 & verbal aggression, history of sexual offending and drug & alcohol problems.
  
  

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

• Strong career progression opportunities into management roles
• Monthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunities
• Expert clinical supervision & peer support
• Employee referral scheme
• Pension scheme
• “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.

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