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At NELFT NHS Foundation Trust, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and nurturing workplace. Our organization is rated Good by the CQC, and we are committed to advancing towards an Outstanding rating. With locations across North East London, Essex, Kent, and Medway, we deliver comprehensive community and mental health services to both adults and children.

We have received accolades for our initiatives in equality and diversity, as well as our focus on staff health and wellbeing. Your professional growth is a priority for us; we believe that when our staff feel valued and supported, they are able to provide the highest quality care to our patients. NELFT is recognized as a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and has been included in the Working Families Top 10 Employers list for three consecutive years. Our commitment to a just and compassionate culture is evident through our staff networks and training opportunities.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Therapist, specifically a Systemic Family Therapist or Clinical Psychologist, to become part of our established SET CAMHS Eating Disorder Service.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated and skilled team during a pivotal time, as we have secured funding to provide an intensive support pathway aimed at preventing hospital admissions. This includes home treatment and a day program designed to help children and young people remain at home.

We understand that working in the field of eating disorders can be both rewarding and challenging. Therefore, we offer excellent supervision and reflective practice sessions, alongside opportunities for skill development through collaborative work, internal training, and access to external courses. As our service expands, there will be opportunities for career advancement and contributions to service development.

Recognizing the pressures of working within the NHS, we prioritize a healthy work/life balance for our team members, with flexibility around family-friendly hours whenever possible.

Main Responsibilities

We are looking for an individual passionate about providing high-quality, patient-centered care to young people and their families, particularly in the area of eating disorders. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and young people facing these challenges.

We will support you in developing skills for delivering evidence-based treatments. Families are central to our approach, and our intensive pathway aligns with current evidence-based treatment methodologies, including Maudsley family-based treatment and CBT-E.

Working with NELFT

We encourage all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as this is crucial for the safety of our patients and colleagues.

This position will include a probationary period, with internal applicants exempt unless currently undergoing probation.

We place great importance on welcoming and inducting new employees into our Trust. New hires will join us on the first Monday of each month and participate in a comprehensive induction program that includes mandatory training, systems training, and equipment allocation. New starters will also have the chance to meet senior management and participate in various engagement sessions focused on health, wellbeing, and essential processes.

Detailed Job Description and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will manage a caseload and collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to address the physical and psychological needs of young individuals. This innovative approach will enable us to deliver exceptional care to families navigating the complexities of eating disorders.

Our service covers a broad geographical area, and the role will involve a blend of remote and in-person interactions, adapting to the service's demands. As a developing service, we will continuously assess our offerings based on the needs of the families and young people we serve.

The selected candidate will work alongside colleagues to provide NICE-compliant psychological interventions for young people and families dealing with eating disorders and related issues.

As a member of the CAMHS ED team, you will have access to specialized supervision in family-based treatment and CBT-E, with opportunities for both individual and group supervision, including safeguarding supervision. The post holder may also provide supervision to junior team members as necessary.

For further details, please refer to the attached Job Description & Person Specification.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience

Desirable Criteria

• Registered professional

IT Skills

Essential Criteria

• Proficient in necessary IT applications

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in eating disorders

Child and Young Person Experience

Essential Criteria

• Minimum of 1 year experience

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working with children and young people

Benefits

At NELFT, we believe in allowing our employees to bring their authentic selves to work, ensuring the best care for our patients. We are dedicated to supporting our staff holistically. Here’s a glimpse of what we offer:

• A longstanding commitment to equality and diversity, with supportive networks for minority staff and those with disabilities.
• Flexibility in working arrangements to promote a healthy work-life balance, recognized as a 'Top 10 Family Friendly Employer.'
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support, including access to an employee assistance program and psychological support.

As a flexible working-friendly organization, we encourage discussions about how we can accommodate your working preferences, whether through job sharing, part-time hours, or other flexible arrangements.