Job Description
Job summaryWe are looking for a confident Clinical or Forensic Psychologist with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Woking.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 Clinical or Forensic 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 Forensic Psychologist whos passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs.Working up to 40 hours per week, we are offering a competitive salary with an additional welcome bonus of £4,000.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 Woking:Cygnet Hospital Woking offers a range of mental health services for men and women. Cygnet Lodge Woking, our sister hospital close by, provides a high dependency inpatient rehabilitation service for men and extends our care pathway.Picasso Ward Acute Service for Women:Picasso Ward at Cygnet Hospital Woking is a 12 bed female mental health acute service. The service provides a safe and stabilising environment for women who are experiencing an acute episode of mental illness and require an emergency admission.Greenacre Ward Mens Low Secure:Greenacre Ward is our male low secure service. Men on Greenacre may experience behaviours that are challenging, including self-harm or aggression and may be considered a risk to others or have been involved in the criminal justice system.Your Day-to-DayYoull be working40hours a weekOpportunity to work on our Male low secure ward or Female Acute wardWork 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 Forensic 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 youCompetitive salary up to £57,200paWelcome bonus of £4,000Relocation package of £3,000 (t&c's apply)Strong 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 EastGU21 2QSEmployer's websitehttps://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)