Job summary
We areseekingan experienced and motivatedSystemic Family Psychotherapistto join ourGetting Risk Support (GRS)team within Dorset CAMHS. This specialist role supports children, young people and families experiencinghigh levelsof distress and complex needs, whose difficulties are best met within theTHRIVE Getting Risk Support quadrant.
You will be part of a collaborative, compassionate multidisciplinary team working closely with CAMHS colleagues and wider partners including social care, education, paediatrics, and voluntary organisations. Your systemicexpertisewill help enhance safety,stabilisationand therapeutic outcomes for some of our most vulnerable young people.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
This is a pan Dorset role requiring travel to different sites.The service is undergoing transformation and temporary bases may apply during transition.
The post may require flexible or extended hours as part of future service developments.
Main duties of the job
You will provide specialist systemic assessments, formulations and short term interventions for CYP and families experiencing significant distress and risk.
You will deliver systemic family therapy in line with AFT guidelines and evidence based practice, including approaches such as NVR and FFT.
You will contribute to safety planning, risk management and multiagency care planning.
You will offer consultation, supervision and advice to colleagues in a range of partner agencies, including acute hospitals, social care and education.
You will work collaboratively as part of the wider CAMHS systemic therapy pathway.
You will participate in audit, service evaluation and quality improvement initiatives and support ongoing development and transformation of the GRS pathway.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- AFT accreditation as a Systemic Family Psychotherapist
- Master's level training or equivalent specialist knowledge and experience.
- Experience delivering systemic interventions with families experiencing acute distress and complex needs.
Experience/ Interpersonal skills
Essential
- Ability to work effectively within multiagency and multidisciplinary environments.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and reflective practice skills.
- Experience in supervision, consultation and supporting colleagues' development.
- Experience working with families in CAMHS
Business travel
Essential
- Subject to the provisions of the equality act, able to travel using own vehicle on trust business.
Supervisory experience
Essential
- Evidence of proactive involvement in the supervision and development of members of the multi-disciplinary team
- Evidence of delivering education and training in practice
- Able to act as a clinical supervisor and/or facilitate peer groups
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- AFT accreditation as a Systemic Family Psychotherapist
- Master's level training or equivalent specialist knowledge and experience.
- Experience delivering systemic interventions with families experiencing acute distress and complex needs.
Experience/ Interpersonal skills
Essential
- Ability to work effectively within multiagency and multidisciplinary environments.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and reflective practice skills.
- Experience in supervision, consultation and supporting colleagues' development.
- Experience working with families in CAMHS
Business travel
Essential
- Subject to the provisions of the equality act, able to travel using own vehicle on trust business.
Supervisory experience
Essential
- Evidence of proactive involvement in the supervision and development of members of the multi-disciplinary team
- Evidence of delivering education and training in practice
- Able to act as a clinical supervisor and/or facilitate peer groups
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).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
