Job Description

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 experienced Psychologist who's passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs.


You will be joining us on a Full time, 40 hour per week basis on a 9-12 month FTC covering maternity leave.


Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our patients - it's a challenging, satisfying vocation.


So if you care about making a difference - every day - we want to hear from you.


Cygnet Lodge Salford:


Cygnet Lodge Salford is a high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for women. The service supports 24 individuals with a primary diagnosis of mental illness, but they may also have a complex secondary diagnosis, including a personality disorder.


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/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist with experience in a clinical forensic or mental health setting
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: Up to 55,000pa DOE
Strong career progression opportunities into management roles x
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?


If interested, please apply below or forward your cv to vickylinstead@cygnethealth.co.uk


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 want to talk to you.


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Work Location: In person