Job Description
Job summaryWe are looking for a confident Clinical or Counselling Psychologist - with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 24 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Ealing.Main duties of the jobAt Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.About usCygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesAre 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, youll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team.We need a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist whos passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs.You will join our team at Cygnet Hospital Ealing on a part time, 24hrs per week basis.Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for ourpatientsits a challenging, satisfying vocation.At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.Youll 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 Ealing:Cygnet Hospital Ealing provides a welcoming, non-institutional environment, offering personalised treatment for service users with an eating disorder or personality disorder over two separate wards.New Dawn Ward:New Dawn Ward at Cygnet Hospital Ealing is a 9 bed specialist Tier 4 service, providing treatment, care and support for women with a personality disorder who are ready to engage in therapy.Your Day-to-DayYoull be working 24 hours a weekWork as a team Psychologist within a multidisciplinary team (MDT)Carry out psychological assessments & provide therapy to individuals & groupsCollaboratively develop care plans with the MDTProvide training & supervision to colleagues, & consultation to teamsEvaluate the service, contribute to its development & carry out clinical researchDisseminate outcomes via conference presentations and publications.We are looking for someone who is...A HCPC registered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with experience in a clinical forensic or mental health settingPreferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical and DBTPassionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needsCapable of treating difficulties such as self-harm, physical & verbal aggression, history of sexual offending and drug & alcohol problems.Why Cygnet? Well offer youStrong career progression opportunities into management rolesMonthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunitiesExpert clinical supervision & peer supportEmployee referral schemePension schemeCycle 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 youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.Person SpecificationGeneral RequirementsEssentialPlease refer to job description aboveDesirablePlease refer to job description aboveDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameCygnet Health CareAddressLondon and South EastW5 2HTEmployer's websitehttps://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)