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Clinical/Counselling Psychologist – Mental Health & Addictions

Part-time, 22.5h/week

Salary of £35,000/year

Woking

 

Are you a compassionate HCPC-registered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist, either newly qualified or with significant post-qualification experience?

 

Do you value long-term, relational therapy and want to work with clients who are engaged, motivated, and seeking real psychological change?

 

Are you resilient and able to support clients through a range of emotional, cognitive, and behavioral challenges?

 

Can you thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team while also working independently to deliver high-quality mental health care?

 

 

Overview

 

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled HCPC-registered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join a dedicated multidisciplinary team at a leading mental health and addiction rehabilitation facility. This is a part-time role (22.5 hours per week) supporting both inpatient and outpatient clients.

 

Our service provides evidence-based treatment for a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, addiction recovery, and other psychological challenges. We believe that everyone deserves high-quality support to overcome their difficulties and build a fulfilling, independent life.

 

Responsibilities

 

  • Conducting psychological assessments using interviews, observation, and standardized tools to understand clients’ emotional, cognitive, and behavioral needs.
  • Developing and implementing individualized evidence-based therapy plans for individuals, couples, or groups.
  • Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support clients’ recovery and wellbeing.
  • Monitoring and evaluating progress, adjusting interventions as appropriate.
  • Maintaining high professional standards, adhering to ethical guidelines, and keeping skills up to date through continuous professional development.
  • Supporting routine tasks and activities that enhance patients’ dignity, comfort, and therapeutic experience.

 

 

Candidate Requirements

 

  • HCPC-registered as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist, either newly qualified or with post-qualification experience.
  • Experienced in conducting psychological assessments and delivering evidence-based therapies tailored to individual needs.
  • Compassionate, empathetic, and resilient, able to support clients through both challenges and successes.
  • Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Highly professional, with excellent communication, organizational skills, and emotional intelligence.
  • Previous experience in clinical, counselling, or addiction settings is highly desirable.

 

 

Salary Package & Benefits

 

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional birthday holiday
  • Free on-site parking and supplemented meals
  • Flexible benefits including gym membership, technology, and healthcare cash plan
  • Sponsorship for professional qualifications and access to development programs
  • Opportunities for leadership and management training
  • Recognition through long-service awards and referral bonuses

 

 

Contact Details:

 

For more information or to apply, please contact Aleksandra Siedlecka at Compass Associates: [email protected]

 

 

Recommendations:

 

Compass Associates is acting as a recruitment consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for any successful referral we place into this or another permanent role.