Are you an outstanding Family Therapist 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 dedicated, compassionate Family Therapist with excellent clinical & people skills.

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 Joyce Parker:

Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital is our state-of-the-art Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) hospital in Coventry.

The Opportunity:

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Family Therapist to join our expanding Tier 4 CAMHS services at Joyce Parker Hospital on a full-time, permanent basis. The successful applicant will work across two of our specialist mental health wards; a General Adolescent Unit and a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit, and may be asked to provide support to our other CAMHS wards. The successful applicant will join an established and well-resourced psychology team, including: a Lead (Clinical) Psychologist, two Qualified Forensic Psychologists, two Assistant Psychologists, and a Trainee Forensic Psychologist.

Previous experience in mental health settings, particularly inpatient services, would be an advantage. However, applications from newly qualified therapists are also welcome.

Your Day-to-Day…

• Provide family therapy assessment/treatment services 
• Arrange and attend family therapy meetings & workshops
• Work effectively with other agencies including social services, primary care & the voluntary sector 
• Contribute to the development of the multidisciplinary team 
• Ensure that all duties are carried out in line with Cygnet policies & statutory requirements 
• Engage in clinical governance & regular audits of the service 
• Maintain accurate records of clinical activity & keep up to date with current research
• Provide training and consultation to team members & stakeholders in other agencies.

We are looking for someone who is... 

• Masters degree qualified in Family Therapy 
• AFT & UKCP registered or equivalent 
• Experienced in working with complex family dynamics & high levels of risk
• Skilled in clinical governance, auditing & clinical supervision
• Passionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needs
• Dynamic, enthusiastic, compassionate, professional & committed to working to a high standard.

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

• 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.