Head of Psychology Department
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 Psychology leader with a passion for delivering high quality care?
We need a dedicated, accomplished Head of Psychology with excellent leadership skills.
Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our clients – it’s a challenging, satisfying vocation.
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 in a dynamic, supportive team.
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 to people – every day – we want to hear from you.
Cygnet Bury Forestwood:
Cygnet Bury Forestwood offers CAMHS Tier 4 PICU, General Acute and Low Secure services across four wards which provide a defined treatment pathway from admission through to intervention and discharge including rapid assessment and treatment.
Your Day-to-Day…
- Lead on Assessments
- Lead the development, evaluation & management of the service
- Manage, train, supervise & support team colleagues
- Work as a team psychologist within a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
- Ensure quality & compliance with internal & external standards & regulations
- Provide expert knowledge & support within the service & to the wider clinical team
- Carry out psychological assessments, develop care plans & provide therapy
- Carry out clinical research & disseminate outcomes via presentations and publications.
We are looking for someone who is...
- A HCPC registered Psychologist
- Minimum of 3 years qualified experience
- Experience within a CAMHS service
- Preferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical and DBT
- An effective people, time & task manager with excellent communication & leadership skills
- 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
- Knowledgeable about risk management, legislation & its impact on service provision.
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
- Up to £75,000pa DOE
- 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 want to talk to you.
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