Job summary We are looking for a motivated, professionally registered Family Therapist (Systemic Psychotherapist) to work part-time (30 hours per week) in South Gloucestershire CAMHS locality team, based in Kingswood and Patchway Hubs. We offer flexible working patterns and can include some work from home. You will need to demonstrate that you have experience of holding your own caseload including risk assessment and management of complex and enduring mental health needs. Preferably from working within a community CAMHS service and with experience of working with young people with eating disorders. You will receive regular clinical supervision from our 8a Lead Family Therapist. In addition to management/caseload supervision and MDT case discussions, you will access regular CAMHS wide Family Therapy meetings and have access to relevant training to support your continued professional development. South Gloucestershire CAMHS isa supportive, experienced and progressive multi-disciplinary team. We offer individual, family and group evidence-based interventions in a timely manner. In recent years, we have radically transformed including broad team skill mix and opportunities for staff development and innovative practice. An example of this is producing professionally filmed videos to provide an online group for young people with emotional dysregulation. We strive to provide compassionate leadership as we recognize the importance of staff well-being. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for proactively engaging families and providing initial assessments, family systemic assessments, therapy and consultations to referred children, young people and families as a member of the multi-disciplinary team within the South Gloucestershire CAMHS Team The post holder will be a member of the multi-disciplinary team within the CAMHS Team responsible for providing choice and partnership appointments, care co-ordination, specialist family systemic assessments and interventions, and consultations to other professionals regarding referred children, young people and families The post holder will be required to work within the Eating Disorders Team The post holder will attend the team and family therapy team meetings, liaise with other professionals in the family system, write reports, contribute to case formulations and develop these with families, and develop treatment planning for a small number of complex hard-to-engage cases The post holder will ensure families receive interventions according to NICE guidance and local pathways of care. With these being aligned to i-thrive and CYP IAPT principles The post holder will be expected to hold a case load, using resources creatively and flexibly to provide an excellent therapy for children, young people and families; uniquely tailoring therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of service users. This will include supporting Young People with Eating Disorders About us AWP CAMHS is a busy, forward thinking and thriving CAMHS service with excellent on going CPD opportunities. The CAMHS service is committed to continuous improvement and providing therapeutic interventions to children, young people and families, which are accessible, flexible and responsive. At AWP we actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds; we are particularly keen to encourage applications from people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and from the LGBTQ community. We want people to bring their unique blend of experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and knowledge to AWP, as diversity makes us stronger. Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year (pro rata) Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working Reference number 342-CAMHS007-0125 Job locations Kingswood Hub Alma Road Kingswood B15 4DA Job description Job responsibilities Please see full details in attached Job Description and Person Specification To participate fully in the work of CAMHS, as well as participating in the referral and assessment process (Choice & Partnership Approach/i-thrive approach). To deliver systemic family interventions as part of Multidisciplinary Team To liaise and work effectively with professionals within partnership agencies. To ensure that appropriate levels of clinical supervision are maintained and that clinical governance is of an excellent standard. To work within all latest relevant clinical frameworks and guidelines including (but not limited to) NICE, Future in Mind, Eating Disorders Commissioning Guide etc. To exercise responsibility for the governance of systemic practice through contributing to the development of policy and procedures guiding its application in a local CAMHS setting. To apply a sound knowledge of safeguarding issues and child development to work with young people and families referred to CAMHS and identify when to refer to other agencies. To observe the professional Code of Conduct and Ethics as laid down by the Association of Family Therapy and UKCP. To maintain adequate records and case notes in accordance with Trust Policy and professional guidelines. To monitor and evaluate progress through responding effectively to feedback from members of the client and professional system. This will include the use of appropriate CYP IAPT measures. To hold an appropriate case load. Job description Job responsibilities Please see full details in attached Job Description and Person Specification To participate fully in the work of CAMHS, as well as participating in the referral and assessment process (Choice & Partnership Approach/i-thrive approach). To deliver systemic family interventions as part of Multidisciplinary Team To liaise and work effectively with professionals within partnership agencies. To ensure that appropriate levels of clinical supervision are maintained and that clinical governance is of an excellent standard. To work within all latest relevant clinical frameworks and guidelines including (but not limited to) NICE, Future in Mind, Eating Disorders Commissioning Guide etc. To exercise responsibility for the governance of systemic practice through contributing to the development of policy and procedures guiding its application in a local CAMHS setting. To apply a sound knowledge of safeguarding issues and child development to work with young people and families referred to CAMHS and identify when to refer to other agencies. To observe the professional Code of Conduct and Ethics as laid down by the Association of Family Therapy and UKCP. To maintain adequate records and case notes in accordance with Trust Policy and professional guidelines. To monitor and evaluate progress through responding effectively to feedback from members of the client and professional system. This will include the use of appropriate CYP IAPT measures. To hold an appropriate case load. Person Specification Experience Essential Experience as a CAMHS clinician in multiple contexts including Eating Disorders Post qualification experience in child and adolescent mental health speciality and in working with families with severe and complex difficulties Experience of problems that present to a CAMHS service and appropriate interventions Qualifications Essential First degree and or professional qualification or equivalent in social work, nursing or psychology or other first qualification as recognised by AFT. Eligible to complete MSc in Family Therapy or equivalent and UKCP Registration Skills Essential Ability to communicate highly complex information, both verbally and in written reports and formulations Excellent planning and organisational skills Evidence of continuing Professional Development and ability to complete clinical requirements Desirable Skills in live supervision of multi-disciplinary colleagues personal qualities Essential Ability to contain and work with organisational stress and to attenuate the stress of others. Desirable Flexible and personable approach to multi-disciplinary work Person Specification Experience Essential Experience as a CAMHS clinician in multiple contexts including Eating Disorders Post qualification experience in child and adolescent mental health speciality and in working with families with severe and complex difficulties Experience of problems that present to a CAMHS service and appropriate interventions Qualifications Essential First degree and or professional qualification or equivalent in social work, nursing or psychology or other first qualification as recognised by AFT. Eligible to complete MSc in Family Therapy or equivalent and UKCP Registration Skills Essential Ability to communicate highly complex information, both verbally and in written reports and formulations Excellent planning and organisational skills Evidence of continuing Professional Development and ability to complete clinical requirements Desirable Skills in live supervision of multi-disciplinary colleagues personal qualities Essential Ability to contain and work with organisational stress and to attenuate the stress of others. Desirable Flexible and personable approach to multi-disciplinary work 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 Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust Address Kingswood Hub Alma Road Kingswood B15 4DA Employer's website http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)