Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a Consultant ChildPsychiatrist to join a vibrant multidisciplinary team in North Devon, workinginto a number of pathways. The post will be based in North Devon but involve workingwith the consultant 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 be opportunitiesfor 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 North Devon. The service has a strong multidisciplinary ethos andsuccessful applicants will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to workingflexibly with colleagues from other disciplines 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
Qualifications
Essential
1. Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
2. To hold Approved Clinician status or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment.
3. Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview.
4. Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Desirable
5. MRC Psych OR equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
6. Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
7. Evidence of sub-speciality or other specific training, systemic therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy.
8. CCT Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
Aptitudes and Values
Essential
9. Excellent communication skills.
10. Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
11. Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
12. A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines.
13. A commitment to continuing professional development.
14. A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working.
15. A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity.
Desirable
16. Evidence of new ideas in service delivery.
17. A track record of implementing service initiatives.
18. A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies.
Experience
Essential
19. Prior experience working in a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Team.
20. Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community.
21. Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
Desirable
22. Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service.
23. Clinical experience in a range of services within Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
24. Experience in other related specialities, psychotherapy, paediatrics.
Management
Essential
25. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
26. Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.
Desirable
27. Management training / experience.
28. Experience of involvement in service development.
Research
Essential
29. Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
Desirable
30. Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
Teaching and Supervision
Essential
31. Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
Desirable
32. Evidence of additional teaching skills.
33. Experience as a lecturer or supervisor.
34. Experience in Clinical Supervision.