Qualified Psychologist - Clinical/Counselling/Forensic

Cygnet Health Care; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in the UK is seeking a Qualified Psychologist for their West Midlands location. You will join a multidisciplinary team and be responsible for delivering high-quality care to individuals with complex mental health needs. This full-time position involves assessments, therapy sessions, and leadership within the Psychology department. Strong career progression opportunities are available.

Benefits

Strong career progression opportunities

Reflective practice and CPD support

Expert clinical supervision

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount saving

Qualifications

• Registered Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist with relevant experience.
• Familiarity with CBT preferred.
• Passionate about caring for individuals with mental health complexities.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Lead the Psychology department and supervise Assistant Psychologists.
• Carry out assessments and provide therapy.
• Collaboratively develop care plans and contribute to clinical research.

Skills

HCPC registration

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Experience in clinical forensic setting

Staff training and clinical supervision

Treatment of complex mental health needs

Education

Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychology qualification

Job description

Qualified Psychologist - Clinical/Counselling/Forensic

We are looking for a confident Qualified Psychologist with a passion for delivering outstanding care.You'll be working 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Raglan House.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up.Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

About us

Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Job responsibilities

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

We need an enthusiastic Psychologist whos 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

Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for ourpatientsits a challenging, satisfying vocation.

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

Cygnet Raglan House is a high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for women. The service supports 25 individuals with a primary diagnosis of mental illness, but they may also have a complex secondary diagnosis, including a personality disorder.

Your Day-to-Day

• Youll be working 40 hours a week
• Work as a team Psychologist within a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
• Lead and represent the Psychology department
• Line managing and providing clinical supervision for the two Assistant Psychologists who support the Psychology department
• 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 of providing staff training and clinical supervision.
• Preferably trained in Cognitive behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Passionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needs
• Capable of treating difficulties such as psychosis, Bipolar Affective Disorder, physical & verbal aggression, and drug & alcohol problems.

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• Strong career progression opportunities into management roles
• Weekly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunities
• Expert clinical supervision & peer support
• 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]

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

Person Specification

General Requirements

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.