Practitioner 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 Qualified Psychologist with a passion for delivering high quality care? 

We need a Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist who’s passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs.

You will be joining our team on a part time, 20hrs per week basis.

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 Appletree:

Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, an intensive support service for women with a personality disorder and complex mental health 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…

• Competitive Salary: Up to £31,500pa 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.

What next?

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

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