About this role
Job summary Being a Dietitian is so much more than just knowing what foods to eat, it's creating a nutritional bespoke plan that gives some of the most vulnerable people the energy and determination to build a brighter future. Feel valued and supported when you join the team as a Dietitian, working 37.5 hours at Bere Clinic, waterlooville, Hampshire a specialist service that support to young people aged 12-18 with Eating Disorders or an eating difficulty with a co-morbid presentation for example mental health or psychological issues, such as depression, OCD or anxiety or self-harm With experience from the NHS and/or private sector, you will manage a complex caseload, which will see you create individual rapports with service users as you learn about their health concerns, goals and dietary restrictions and preferences to create a healthy nutrition plan. As a Dietitian, you will deliver and offer contributions to the develo
Main duties of the job The Dietitian role at Elysium Healthcare is vital in offering nutritional expertise to service users at Bere Clinic, Hampshire. Responsibilities include managing complex caseloads, creating bespoke nutrition plans, and fostering rapports with young people aged 12-18 with eating disorders and co-morbid mental health issues. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, contributing to treatment plans, advising on meal plans, and facilitating group sessions. Liaising with the catering department to ensure allergen and menu updates forms part of the role. In addition to dietetic assessments and one-to-one sessions, you will support group therapy and family education, aiming to enhance the nutritional health and overall well-being of service users. Training opportunities are available to further develop your career within this supportive environment.
About us Elysium Healthcare, part of Ramsay Health Care, boasts an extensive network of over 80 services across England and Wales. Specializing in mental health, neurological, learning disabilities, autism, children's and education services, Elysium Healthcare employs over 8,000 individuals committed to delivering high-quality care. At its core, the organisation focuses on inclusive, accessible recruitment, and is a Disability Confident employer. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and recovery, Elysium Healthcare provides staff with a comprehensive benefits package including career development, wellbeing support, and financial planning tools. The company's dedication to safeguarding service users ensures that all staff understand their individual responsibility to promote and maintain a safe environment. Elysium's global network includes over 86,000 employees spanning 10 countries.
Job description Job responsibilities
Being a Dietitian is so much more than just knowing what foods to eat, it's creating a nutritional bespoke plan that gives some of the most vulnerable people the energy and determination to build a brighter future.
Feel valued and supported when you join the team as a Dietitian, working 37.5 hours at Bere Clinic, waterlooville, Hampshire a specialist service that support to young people aged 12-18 with Eating Disorders or an eating difficulty with a co-morbid presentation for example mental health or psychological issues, such as depression, OCD or anxiety or self-harm
With experience from the NHS and/or private sector, you will manage a complex caseload, which will see you create individual rapports with service users as you learn about their health concerns, goals and dietary restrictions and preferences to create a healthy nutrition plan.
As a Dietitian, you will deliver and offer contributions to the development of the specialist treatment plans and pathways as you maintain close contact with local community teams.
Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the delivery of the service, offering assessment, formulation and treatment to people and their families/carers. You will act as a key link between the nursing team, the catering department, leading on the management of the dining room and nutrition support strategies on the unit.
A range of training opportunities are available that can see your career grow and you achieve your career aspirations.
As a Dietitian you will be:
Assessing service users’ weight and advise regarding, weight, calories, and special meal plans Working as an autonomous dietetic practitioner to carry a complex inpatient and outpatient caseload, using evidence-based and people-focused principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions in service users. Conducting pre-admission screenings for new referrals while laying out the plan for future interventions Liaising with the hospital’s catering department and ensure that the menu is reviewed regularly, the allergen list, portioning sizes and special menus are up to date Supporting in the development and co-facilitation of any group or activity and staff training Providing a weekly progress review and feedback to the multi-disciplinary team in ward rounds Carrying out one to one nutrition counselling sessions to determine: eating behaviours, beliefs and attitudes about food and health, rationale for food choices, factors affecting eating behaviour and nutrition status. These sessions will also be used for exploring stage of change and to explore ambivalence and barriers to behaviour change. Delivering the Nourish to Flourish psychoeducation group, which is set up to help patients understand their eating disorders and critically explore their beliefs about food and bodies. Carrying out one to one family support, helping families understand the complex relationship between food and health, as well as strategies for supporting the patient to eat at home. To be successful in this role, you will have:
HCPC registered BSc in Dietetics or post graduate diploma in Dietetics Post qualification training Post-qualifying experience of working with people with eating disorders ideally in an inpatient settling. Knowledge and understanding of Eating Disorders in children and young people To ensure knowledge and skills are maintained at a high level of professional competence Where you will be working
Address: Bere Clinic, Hemlock Road, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO8 8QT
You’ll provide care and support to young people aged 12-18 with Eating Disorders or an eating difficulty with a co-morbid presentation for example mental health or psychological issues, such as depression, OCD or anxiety or self-harm.
Bere Clinic has12 spacious en-suite bedrooms. Each bedroom is finished to a high standard and young people are encouraged to personalise their spaces.
There are spacious communal areas, a lounge and a separate dining area along with a large activity room and smaller spaces for individual, group, and family sessions. You’ll be part of a culture that has a strong emphasis on teamwork and where recovery and compassion is at the heart of the service.
What You’ll Get
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
Annual base salary of £46,000 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking About your next employer:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
The candidate must be HCPC registered and possess a BSc in Dietetics or a post-graduate diploma in Dietetics. Post-qualification training and experience working with people with eating disorders, preferably in inpatient settings, are required. Knowledge of eating disorders in children and young people, and maintaining professional competence levels is essential.
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.
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 Elysium Healthcare
Address Elysium Healthcare
Waterlooville
PO8 8QT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)