Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry South Devon and Torbay

4 months ago


Barnstaple, United Kingdom Devon Partnership NHS Trust Full time

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a Consultant ChildPsychiatrist to join a vibrant multidisciplinary team in Devon, working into anumber of pathways. The post will be based in South Devon and Torbay but involve working with theconsultant group across Devon providing strong medical leadership.

Child and Family Health Devon has established a number ofdifferent mental health pathways including Managing Mood and Emotions, ManagingEating, Urgent Care, Learning Disability and Neurodiversity. There will beopportunities for the candidate to develop and pursue their special interest, supportingmedical leadership within these pathways. There will also be opportunities forcolleagues with an interest in medical education, the service has strong linkswith two universities and medical schools.

Devon is a large county with beautiful coastline, moorlandand cites. We invite candidates that are wishing to work full time or less thanfull time also to apply and see what Devon has to offer.

We would love to hear from you if you are an enthusiasticand forward thinking consultant; passionate about making a real difference inthe lives of young people and their families and wanting to embrace medicalleadership.

Candidates will be joining Devon CAMHS which isa CQC rated Good service and part of a wider Integrated service withinChildren and Family Health Devon.

Main duties of the job

This is a 10PA communitypost based in South Devon and Torbay. The service has a strongmultidisciplinary ethos and successful applicants will be expected todemonstrate a commitment to working flexibly with colleagues from otherdisciplines in an integrated way.

The appointee will beexpected to provide psychiatric input to the multidisciplinary team,contributing to clinical and team management decisions and providingconsultation to others. They will contribute to leading on the establishment ofmulti-disciplinary assessment clinics, providing high quality specialist mentalhealth assessments of young people referred into the service.

There will be aparticularly strong emphasis on leadership, both clinical and in terms ofservice development working closely with the operational managers and otherclinical leads.

The successful candidate will participate inon-call duties and join the regular peer group CPD forum and will be supportedto become a clinical supervisor or pursue special interests.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the fullJob Description and Person specification attached to this advert which willprovide further information on this role.

Person Specification

Aptitudes

Essential

Excellent communication skills. Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.

Desirable

Evidence of new ideas in service delivery. A track record of implementing service initiatives.

Qualifications

Essential

Full Registration with the General Medical Council. To hold Approved Clinician status or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.

Desirable

MRCPsych OR equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. Evidence of sub-speciality or other specific training, systemic therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy CCT Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Teaching and Supervision

Essential

Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.

Desirable

Evidence of additional teaching skills. Experience as a lecturer or supervisor. Experience in Clinical Supervision.

Management

Essential

Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers. Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.

Desirable

Management training / experience. Experience of involvement in service development.

Experience

Essential

Prior experience working in a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Team. Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community. Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.

Desirable

Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service Clinical experience in a range of services within Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Experience in other related specialities, psychotherapy, paediatrics.

Research

Essential

Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.

Desirable

Aptitude for and practical experience of research.

Values

Essential

A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines. A commitment to continuing professional development. A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working. A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity.

Desirable

A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies.

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