About this role
Job summary
o We are inviting applications for an exciting full-time (10PA), Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist post in the Service for Complex Autism and Associated Neurodevelopmental Diagnoses within National Specialist CAMHS at the Maudsley. SCAAND provides specialist assessments and evidence-based treatments for children and young people with diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability and neurodevelopmental conditions, especially those with mental health needs and other co-occurring conditions. This will be a Fixed Term post for 12 months. The post would be of particular benefit for an applicant interested in developing their knowledge, experience, and skills in autism, before the post is advertised as a substantive SCAAND consultant psychiatrist post, likely to be full-time.o This post would be suitable for a wide range of psychiatrists, especially those with a background in neurodevelopmental disorders and / or intellectual disability / special needs community CAMHS. In addition to extensive opportunities to develop clinical knowledge, experience and skills in child and adolescent autism, ADHD and ID, there are also excellent opportunities for quality improvement activities, research, teaching and training.
Main duties of the job
o This post is to provide consultant input for the Service for Complex Autism and Associated Neurodevelopmental Diagnoses (SCAAND). Children and young people referred to the service may also have associated genetic conditions, sensory impairments, physical impairments or other additional needs. SCAAND includes a clinical pathway for Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS). The successful applicant will work closely with the existing Consultant Child Psychiatrists and the other disciplines within SCAAND and may hold roles in other pathways. This locum post aim to cover for 12 months a vacant substantive consultant post until the permanent is advertised.o The post-holder would be expected to play a key role in providing consultation and advice to colleagues within and outside the team, especially with complex cases; psychiatric and medical assessments of children and adolescents, prescribing and monitoring medication, and supporting the delivery of services in accordance with Trust Clinical Governance and NICE guidance policies. The post-holder may also be required to supervise psychiatric trainees.o The successful applicant will be working 10 PAs.
About us
The Service for Complex Autism and Associated Neurodevelopmental Disorders (SCAAND), including Intellectual Disability, is a specialist, Tier 4 Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service. We are recognised as a leading UK centre in mental health care for children and young people with neurodevelopmental needs. SCAAND has an established multidisciplinary team that works closely to provide comprehensive assessments and multi-disciplinary care plans for young people with high need.SCAAND is a friendly, welcoming, innovative, national and specialist service working with young people up to 18 years and their families. We offer an inclusive and supportive team environment and are keen to support your professional development and wellbeing. Our multi-disciplinary team currently includes posts in Clinical Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Nursing, Educational Psychology, Behavioural Therapy, supported by a friendly Admin Team.
Job description Job responsibilities
Accountability: The appointee will be professionally responsible to The Associate Medical Director via the Joint Head of Service, Dr Paliokosta. The appointee will be managerially accountable to the Lead Clinicians Dr Sacha Guglani and Dr Kate Johnston, and the Service Manager for National & Specialist CAMHS, Donna Underwood, who work in partnership with the SCAAND Senior Clinicians to deliver this service. Along with other senior members of the SCAAND team, take responsibility for ensuring there is effective communication with referring and receiving teams both throughout the Trust and to other Trusts. Maintain good open relations with all clinical team members to provide consultation and discussion of cases around the management of psychiatric issues including consultation. Participate in care planning and treatment formulation, provide guidance on evidence-based treatment and their effectiveness. Join other team members in the assessment and treatment of complex cases. Be responsible for prescribing and monitoring psychotropic medication. Support delivery and innovation of the adapted interventions and specialist groups. Support all research and quality improvement studies taken by the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
CCT (or within 6 months of accreditation) (A) Full GMC Registration & inclusion on Specialist GMC Register (A) Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or Equivalent (A/I)
Desirable
Higher degree or additional qualifications (e.g., MSc, PhD on a related topic/ neuroscience, Teaching Proficiency) (A)
Training and Experience Essential
Completion of Higher Psychiatric Training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry OR Equivalent training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (CESR issued by PMETB) (A/I) Experience in assessing + treating neurodevelopmental conditions with associated comorbidities, and psychopharmacology for autistic children or those with learning disability (A/I) Experience in clinical leadership and service development (A/I)
Desirable
Experience in the use of ADOS, ADI-r (A/I) Experience in relevant therapeutic practice e.g. DBT, CBT or Family Therapy (A/I) Experience of psychopharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities in children with mental illness and autism and physical illness (A/I)
Clinical Skills Essential
Demonstrated clinical skills in specialist area of autism and learning disability and associated mental health, as well as psychopharmacology (A/I) Demonstrated clinical skills child and adolescent psychiatry (A/I) Must have experience in dealing with children with autism and/or learning disability and associated comorbidities in outpatient settings (A/I) Advanced theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and the evidence base for the relevant treatment interventions for autistic young people and/or young people with Learning Disability and their families. (A/I) Experience and knowledge of multi-disciplinary, multi-agency working with children with complex, multi-system disease (A/I) Experience of safeguarding, governance and legislation issues specific to children with neurodevelopmental conditions and associated comorbidities (A/I Competence in risk management(A/I) Competence in non-medication therapeutic approaches (A/I) Compliance with national and professional guidelines(A/I)
Management Essential
Knowledge, understanding and compliance with Clinical Governance guidance structures and principles (e.g., service quality improvement, gap analysis) Participation in quality improvement work (A/I) Participation in development of service protocols and service development projects (A/I) Demonstrable ability to effectively lead a multidisciplinary team (A/I)
Teaching Essential
Experience of and interest in undergraduate and post-graduate teaching, teaching of junior doctors and multi-disciplinary staff at local, national and international level (A/I)
Academic Acheivements Essential
Publication(s) accepted by peer review journals in a relevant academic field (A/I)
Personal Skills Essential
Ability to provide clinical leadership and guidance for complex cases Ability to take part in multidisciplinary teamwork and accept non-medical leadership arrangements Appreciation and understanding of ethnic minority
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
Address Pears Maudsley Centre for Children and Young People (PMCYP)
S L A M NHS Foundation Trust
London
SE5 8AZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.slam.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)