Lead Psychologist - £4,000 Welcome bonus

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? 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 Lead Psychologist who’s passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs and associated learning disabilities and challenging behaviour. Joining our team on a part time basis, you will work 32hrs across 4 days at Alders Clinic. 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 Alders Clinic: Cygnet Alders Clinic is a 20 bed rehabilitation service providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for women with personality disorder and complex needs. Your Day-to-Day… • Work as a team Psychologist within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) • 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/Forensic or Counselling Psychologist with experience in a clinical forensic or mental health setting • Experience of working within a Personality Disorder service preferred • Preferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical and 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 and drug & alcohol problems. Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you… • Competitive Salary: £62,400pa (FTE £78,000) • £4,000 welcome bonus (T&C'S) • Strong career progression opportunities into management roles • Monthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunities • Expert clinical supervision & peer support • Employee referral scheme • Pension scheme • “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? Please click on the ‘apply now’ link below. Join us! In this role you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families. What next? If you care about making a difference – we w ant to talk to you. Click the button to apply