Job Summary
Sussex CAMHS is at the beginning of a crucial and innovative expansion, which will see a substantial amount of growth in a variety of teams across East & West Sussex.
As part of this expansion, we have funding to develop our Neurodevelopmental pathway across Sussex Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). The Trust regards this as an opportune moment to develop the functioning of the team and the overall service model for the whole of the Neurodevelopmental care pathway provided by Sussex CAMHS.
We are seeking to recruit to a newly developed Neurodevelopmental Specialist Grade post to work on the Sussex-wide Neurodevelopment pathway across Sussex CAMHS. You will have the opportunity to choose your base for this role, at either Hastings or Hailsham.
Please note this post attracts a Golden Hello payment of up to £5,000 as well as a Relocation Package of up to £8,000. Information on these can be obtained from the Medical Staffing Team on 0300 304 0393.
Main Duties of the Job
This is an exciting opportunity to play an integral part in prioritising the delivery of a safe, effective, and caring service to those children and young people, and their families/carers, who have or are suspected of having neurodevelopmental disorders.
The service we provide is in line with NICE Evidence-Based Assessment and Treatment for those children and young people with or suspected of a Neurodevelopmental condition. You will provide high-quality specialist clinical assessments, including relevant psychiatric and physical investigation to children, young people, and their families in a range of settings, and work collaboratively with other members of the team to plan and deliver appropriate individually tailored treatment plans.
You will work alongside other Specialists, Consultants, and Specialty Doctors in Sussex ChYPS, and our supportive multidisciplinary team includes nurses, psychologists, and mental health practitioners.
About Us
At Sussex Partnership, we are committed to providing opportunities for flexible working. If you would like to work differently or different hours than advertised, please get in touch to discuss this in more detail.
Job Responsibilities
REQUIREMENTS:
* 12 years post qualification experience with significant experience in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
* Full Registration with the GMC
* High level knowledge and experience of the theory and practice related to Neurodevelopment disorders
* Experience of working with a CYP with Neurodevelopment disorder
You will be part of a Trust-wide CAMHS Psychiatry network where there are opportunities to liaise with colleagues in other posts throughout the Trust and develop peer networks. You will also see consultant peers at regular division meetings in the locality and at clinical governance meetings.
Sussex Partnership is committed to people participation, meaning that we involve patients and their carers and supporters in service decision-making and planning. You will be expected to contribute to this shared value and to support the functioning of this service in the delivery of its participation strategy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
Desirable
* Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
* MRCPsych
Eligibility
Essential
* Twelve years medical work should have been completed since obtaining a primary medical qualification, which is (or would at the time have been) acceptable by GMC for full, limited or temporary (but not provisional) registration.
* A minimum of six years' service in the Registrar, Specialist Registrar or Specialty Registrar grade, or in the Staff or Specialty Doctor Grade. Equivalent service is also acceptable, with the agreement of the Royal College of Psychiatry Regional Adviser and of the Postgraduate Dean.
* Approved under S12 OR able to achieve within 6 months of appointment.
Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Essential
* Excellent knowledge in specialty
* Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
* Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer Details
Employer Name
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Anne's Centre
The Ridge
St Leonards on Sea
TN37 7PT
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