About this role
Job summary
Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity to use your clinical skills to make a difference, working in a flexible environment? If so, there we have two fantastic opportunities to join our Eating Disorder Service. Both positions are full time, one permanent and the other is a 16 month secondment or fixed term contract.
The Eating Disorders Team is a countywide service that provides clinical management and therapeutic interventions for people with eating disorders across Worcestershire.
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Registered Mental Health Nurse, OT or Social worker who has the knowledge and skills relevant for the role. The position involves working closely within our multi-disciplinary team and working within NICE guideline standards. The role will involve triaging referrals and completing initial assessments and therapeutic interventions; training relating to assessing within the speciality of eating disorders will be provided. Experience working in eating disorders is desired but not essential.
This is a full time post
The second post is a fixed term post to provide cover for absence for specific purpose that we anticipate will be required for 18 months. We reserve the right to end this contract sooner with appropriate notice
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the smooth and effective implementation of evidence-based therapy for our client group.
The post holder will be required to work collaboratively with the key partner organisations, patients, carers, clinicians and other practitioners within the multi-disciplinary teams.
Applicants will need to have a genuine interest in working within eating disorder services. The post holder will have a clinical caseload and support with assessments of new referrals.
The service is county wide with two bases Hill Crest and Studdert Kennedy House. There is some ability to work from home however the successful candidates will need to be able to meet the travel requirements of the role.
Informal chat invitation
We believe the best way to find out if a role is right for you is to have an informal chat with our Recruiting Manager. Please contact:
Vic Davies, Clinical Lead [email protected]
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer;
27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours Flexible and agile working opportunities Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support Wide range of supportive staff networks Health and wellbeing opportunitiesIf you would like to know more, please visit our website.
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Job description Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities Essential
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats Ability to meet the travel requirements for this role.
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge and understanding of NICE guidance for eating disorders Up to date knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 & Mental Capacity Act 2006
Desirable
Knowledge of MEED Guidance
Experience Essential
2 years post registration experience relevant to Mental Health Experience in providing psychological interventions to individuals with mental health problems Participation in multidisciplinary/ multi-agency working Experience of liaison with Consultant Psychiatrists, GPs and other professionals
Desirable
Experience working within eating disorder services.
Qualifications Essential
Registered Mental Health Nurse/Occupational Therapist or Social Worker Has completed training in psychological interventions Evidence of Continuing Professional Development I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Desirable
Eating Disorders qualification e.g. Diploma in Practitioner Skills for Eating Disorders; module on a Masters course or equivalent
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 Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
Address Hill Crest
Quinneys Lane
Redditch
Worcestershire
B98 7WG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.hacw.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)