Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist

Company: Cygnet
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Location: Harrow
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 Clinical / Forensic / Counselling 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 Qualified Psychologist who’s passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs.

Joining our team on a full time basis, you will be working 37.5 hours per week, across 5 days.

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 Hospital Harrow

Cygnet Hospital Harrow provides a recovery focused service treating a wide range of mental health problems. We also offer specialist diagnostic, assessment and inpatient services for individuals with mental health needs and who also have a dual diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out psychological assessments & provide therapy to individuals & groups
  • Work systemically with staff, as well as directly with service users
  • Consult with staff, families & other agencies about the psychological care of the client group
  • Offer psychological insight & knowledge to the multidisciplinary team
  • Support the clinical, nursing & direct care teams in making skilled evaluations & decisions about risk
  • Evaluate the service, contribute to its development & carry out clinical research

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is…

  • An experienced Psychologist, ideally with an adult mental health client group
  • Experienced in working as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Knowledgeable of mental health legislation, risk assessment & risk management principles
  • Preferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical & 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 & drug & alcohol problems
  • An excellent communicator

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

  • Salary: Up to £65,000pa DOE
  • 25 days annual leave plus Bank holidays
  • Fully paid training
  • Paid DBS
  • Free parking
  • Courtesy meals & refreshments while on shift
  • Shopping & entertainment discount scheme (over 800 retailers)
  • NHS Discount (Blue Light Card)
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Opportunities to progress and develop

Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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Posted: May 9th, 2026