Qualified Psychologist – Clinical / Forensic / Counselling

Cygnet; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist to join their dynamic team in Huddersfield. This role is pivotal in delivering high-quality mental health care to individuals with complex needs. You will engage in psychological assessments, provide therapies, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive care plans. With a focus on career development and support, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the mental health sector. Join us and be part of a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and excellence in care.

Benefits

Free parking

Meals on duty

Pension scheme

NHS Discount

Blue Light Cards

Career development opportunities

Clinical supervision

Peer support

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conducting psychological assessments and leading therapies.
• Developing care pathways and risk assessments with the MDT.
• Supervising Assistant Psychologists and contributing to audits.

Skills

Clinical Psychology

Forensic Psychology

Counselling Psychology

Schema Therapy

Compassion Focused Therapy

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Education

HCPC Registration

Doctoral Training in Psychology

Job description

Qualified Psychologist – Clinical / Forensic / Counselling

Cygnet Huddersfield, England, United Kingdom

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Are you an innovative Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist with a passion for delivering high-quality care? Join us at the forefront of community mental health services.

Cygnet Health Care has been providing a network of specialist mental health services for over 30 years.

We are seeking a Qualified Psychologist passionate about supporting individuals with complex mental health needs. If making a difference every day excites you, we want to hear from you.

This role offers opportunities for career progression within a supportive, dynamic team.

We welcome applications from newly or recently qualified Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologists, including Principal level candidates and those in Doctoral training within 12 months of qualification.

Location: Cygnet Gledholt and Gledholt Mews

These sites provide community residential support for adults with learning disabilities and mental health issues, some of whom may exhibit challenging behaviors or have complex needs. The services are based on a bespoke clinical model linked to our Visual Discharge Plan (VDP), emphasizing collaborative care planning and understanding of behavior through a unique model that promotes problem-solving and stress management.

The service has an outstanding rating from the CQC for being well-led and is known for delivering high-quality care across Kirklees and Yorkshire.

**Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:**

The Post-holder Will Have a Key Role In:
- Collaborating with the service manager on formulation and clinical direction
- Engaging in pre-admission work as needed
- Supporting the management of the multidisciplinary team
- Conducting specialist psychological assessments, interpreting tests, and leading individual and group therapies
- Developing care pathways, risk assessments, and care plans in collaboration with the MDT
- Providing psychological insights, consultation, and training to staff, families, and agencies
- Supervising Assistant Psychologists and contributing to service development and audits

**Candidate Requirements:**
- HCPC registered Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist
- Trainee Psychologist within 12 months of qualifying considered
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Preferably trained in therapies such as Schema, Compassion Focused Therapy, or DBT
- Passionate about working with individuals with complex mental health needs
- Capable of managing challenging behaviors, including aggression, offending history, substance misuse, and self-harm

**Benefits:**
- Free parking and meals on duty
- Pension scheme
- NHS Discount & Blue Light Cards
- Career development opportunities
- Clinical supervision and peer support
- And more…

**Additional Requirements:**
The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check and references prior to employment.

Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Healthcare Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare