Clinical​/Counselling​/Forensic Psychologist

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 / Forensic / 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 full time basis, you will be working 37.5 hours per week, across 5 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 Hospital Harrow provides a recovery focused service treating a wide range of mental health problems. We also offer specialist diagnostic, assessment and inpatient services for individuals with mental health needs and who also have a dual diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.

• 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

• 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

• Salary:
  Up to £65,000pa DOE
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank holidays
• 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.

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

At Cygnet, we’ve been changing people’s lives for more than 30 years – thanks to our wide range of high-quality health services. Our care has our patients and residents at its heart and their wellness as its goal. We’re always set on positive, lasting outcomes.