Locum Specialty Doctor in Forensic Psychiatry

Job overview

An opportunity has arisen, for a passionate and enthusiastic individual to be part of our innovative and crucial service in St Ives. We welcome applications from newly qualified Mental health Nurses, Mental Health Occupational Therapists and Social Workers. You may be looking to move on from your first qualified post to a community role. 

We are looking for people who have a relevant NMC or HCPC registration and:

Relevant pre-registration experience of working in mental health environments, however this is not essential. Previous experience and skills which can transfer into this role – good communication, organisational skills and timekeeping amongst others. We welcome applications from people with lived-experience of mental health challenges. People who are passionate about working with older people in the community experiencing mental health challenges. Main duties of the job

The role involves (but is not limited to):

Providing support interventions for people with significant mental health conditions. Working within a multi-disciplinary team with colleagues in the Mental health and Neighbourhood Teams. Monitoring and reviewing the use of prescribed medications.

If this sounds like the role for you then we would love to hear from you

The successful candidate will be required to be flexible but primarily based at Kings Hall, St Ives. We will provide the support to ensure your development within your role. We provide a preceptorship programme and regular support and supervision. We are keen to support and develop our staff through a clear career pathway and encourage promotional opportunities within the Trust.

If you are looking for a new challenge and wish to be part of a team striving to make a difference for our community by supporting people with mental health needs then we want to hear from you.

Working for our organisation

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.

Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care setting but also with the community. These services include Children, Adult & Older Peoples mental & physical health, Forensic & Specialist mental health, Learning Disabilities, Primary Care & Liaison psychiatry, Substance misuse, Social care, Research & Development.

To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high calibre candidates that share our vision & values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including disabled people & members of our ethnic minorities & LGBTQ+ communities.

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