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.

Are you an outstanding Clinical or Counselling 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.

Joining our team on a part time basis, you will be working 24 hours per week, across 3 days.

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 Gledholt:

Gledholt is an enhanced community residential service providing outcome focused support for adults with learning disabilities, who may have behaviours that challenge and associated complex needs.

Your day-to-day…

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.

We are looking for someone who is…

An experienced Psychologist, ideally with an adult mental health client group
Experienced in working as part of a multidisciplinary team
Knowledgeable of mental health legislation, risk assessment & risk management principles
Preferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical & 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 & drug & alcohol problems
An excellent communicator.

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

Salary: Up to £42,000pa DOE (FTE: £70,000pa)
Fully paid training
Paid DBS
Free parking
Courtesy meals & refreshments while on shift
Shopping & entertainment discount scheme (over 800 retailers)
NHS Discount (Blue Light Card)
Cycle to Work scheme
Opportunities to progress and develop.

Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.

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