Job summary An exciting opportunity for a highly specialist Family and Systemic Psychotherapist in an innovative, one-of-a-kind service with integration at its core. By bringing Local Authorities and Health together in practice, we believe we can achieve more for the children and young people. Bwthyn Y Ddl is a joint funded service provided by Conwy and Denbighshire Local Authorities alongside BCUHB. Being passionate about encouraging and supporting children and families to be the best that they can be is at the core of everything that we do. We do this by providing children and young people with a safe and supportive environment and a fulfilling experience where their voice is heard and the focus is on what matters to them Main duties of the job Working in partnership with colleagues, you will promote and coordinate a systemic model within the Bwthyn y Ddl residential unit, through the MDT and via direct work with children and their families. You will provide supervision and leadership for the systemic elements of the Bwthyn Y Ddl service, as well working collaboratively to support the continuing development of our other exciting local partnership initiatives. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Date posted 20 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,840 to £61,412 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 050-PST007-0125 Job locations Llandudno General Hospital Hospital Road Llandudno LL13 1LB Job description Job responsibilities Working in partnership with colleagues, you will promote and coordinate a systemic model within the Bwthyn y Ddl residential unit, through the MDT and via direct work with children and their families. You will provide supervision and leadership for the systemic elements of the Bwthyn Y Ddl service, as well working collaboratively to support the continuing development of our other exciting local partnership initiatives. This is a dynamic, challenging, stimulating role, with great scope for creativity and professional growth. The successful candidate will be able to make a real difference to the lives of children and their families. We welcome applications from those seeking the opportunity to join at Band 7 and follow a development route to the 8a position. Job description Job responsibilities Working in partnership with colleagues, you will promote and coordinate a systemic model within the Bwthyn y Ddl residential unit, through the MDT and via direct work with children and their families. You will provide supervision and leadership for the systemic elements of the Bwthyn Y Ddl service, as well working collaboratively to support the continuing development of our other exciting local partnership initiatives. This is a dynamic, challenging, stimulating role, with great scope for creativity and professional growth. The successful candidate will be able to make a real difference to the lives of children and their families. We welcome applications from those seeking the opportunity to join at Band 7 and follow a development route to the 8a position. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant degree A recognised post graduate Family Therapy or equivalent qualification at level of Masters or higher academic award A professional qualification in a relevant regulated profession eligible under the Mental Health Measure (Wales) 2010 e.g. nursing, social work, clinical psychology UKCP registration as a family/systemic Psychotherapist Highly developed knowledge of systemic theory and practice. Knowledge of research design and methodology as practised within the field of family therapy Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to this client group i.e. children Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the UKCP/AFT Desirable Additional relevant academic and/or accredited therapeutic qualification Qualification in the supervision of family and systemic psychotherapy Experience Essential Substantial assessed experience of working as a registered family/systemic psychotherapist Experience of implementing evidence based family interventions Substantial assessed experience in relevant regulated profession e.g. nursing, social work or clinical psychology Experience of taking full clinical responsibility for clients' care, with experience of co-ordinating care within the context of multi-disciplinary care-planning Desirable Experience of working directly with children and young people Direct experience of Care Coordination under the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010 Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant degree A recognised post graduate Family Therapy or equivalent qualification at level of Masters or higher academic award A professional qualification in a relevant regulated profession eligible under the Mental Health Measure (Wales) 2010 e.g. nursing, social work, clinical psychology UKCP registration as a family/systemic Psychotherapist Highly developed knowledge of systemic theory and practice. Knowledge of research design and methodology as practised within the field of family therapy Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to this client group i.e. children Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the UKCP/AFT Desirable Additional relevant academic and/or accredited therapeutic qualification Qualification in the supervision of family and systemic psychotherapy Experience Essential Substantial assessed experience of working as a registered family/systemic psychotherapist Experience of implementing evidence based family interventions Substantial assessed experience in relevant regulated profession e.g. nursing, social work or clinical psychology Experience of taking full clinical responsibility for clients' care, with experience of co-ordinating care within the context of multi-disciplinary care-planning Desirable Experience of working directly with children and young people Direct experience of Care Coordination under the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010 Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Address Llandudno General Hospital Hospital Road Llandudno LL13 1LB Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)