Job summary
Consultant Psychiatrist - Crisis Resolution Intensive Support Service (CRISS)Location: West Crisis Resolution and Intensive Support Service, St Mary's Hospital, Armley, LeedsContract: Permanent (Fixed-term 12-month applications also welcome)
Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a passionate and committed Consultant Psychiatrist to work within our Crisis Resolution Intensive Support Service (CRISS). This post offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of working-age adults experiencing acute mental health challenges.
About the RoleThe post holder will work alongside three Consultant Psychiatrists as part of the CRISS Team. They will be based at the West CRISS locality at St Mary's Hospital, Armley, Leeds, with the flexibility to provide Consultant cover to other localities when required.
CRISS became operational in March 2019 and was further enhanced by a significant redesign project, with the new model launching in November 2024. This innovative service adheres to the Core Fidelity Standards for Crisis Resolution services, developed by University College London and the Royal College of Psychiatrists. CRISS provides rapid assessment and intensive support for adults with acute mental health issues, emphasising recovery-focused holistic care.
Main duties of the job
Are you committed to providing high quality patient care? We need you to help us achieve our goals; to live our lives free from stigma and discrimination; and to improve the lives of people with a learning disability and mental ill health.
Here are Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LYPFT) we are an organisation committed to providing high quality care to improve health and lives and which seeks to provide outstanding mental health and learning disability services as an employer of choice, and while maintaining the values of simplicity, integrity and care for those in need.
The Trust strategy is built upon three priorities:
Delivering great care that is high quality and improves lives
Providing a rewarding and supportive place to work
Using resources to deliver effective and sustainable services
As a medical workforce, we provide outstanding secondary care mental health services that allow our service users to feel that they are safe and receiving the latest, high quality, evidence-based care, delivered by motivated, engaged and compassionate staff, who feel supported and enabled to grow in the workplace and the systems we provide. Further information can be found here
About us
The Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LYPFT) is the main provider of Mental Health and Learning Disability services in Leeds. We also provide specialist inpatient services in York and some highly specialised services across the country. As a teaching trust with strong links to local universities, we are a centre of excellence for teaching, research and development.
There are many benefits of working for LYPFT including fantastic employee wellbeing support, 27 - 33 days annual leave, flexible working and remote working arrangements, the NHS Pension Scheme, coaching, support and opportunities for career development and training and education support alongside a range of exclusive discounts and payment schemes including for cars, extra leave days and more NHS Discount Offers.
We also have an incredible bank department, offering variety of roles in nursing, allied health professions, healthcare support worker and administration clerical. Permanent employees are automatically added to bank.
Applicants should be aware that any individual requiring a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only (this does not include Healthcare Support Workers). This is an essential requirement, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you do not meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Leeds Partnerships NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a full time (10 PAs) Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry (Crisis Resolution and Intensive Support Service). The work of the CRISS is considered within LYPFT to be integral to the smooth transfer to and from different parts of the acute pathway.
The post holder will be one of four Consultants providing acute care to patients under the Crisis Resolution Intensive Support Service (CRISS). Although a city-wide service, the post holder will work primarily from the West area of the city, with a focus on facilitating early discharge from acute wards and overseeing the progression of patients through the home-based treatment pathway as an alternative to hospital admission via intensive support. The Consultant will also play a key role in supporting and overseeing crisis and extended assessments in the community, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to formulate recovery-focused care plans. This ensures that care is delivered at the right point in the acute pathway and at the right time.
The CRISS is made up of the three CRISS localities (East, West and South) and the Crisis Assessment Unit (CAU) / s136 component based at the Becklin Centre. The s136 suite (currently 4 bedded) and 6 bedded mixed Crisis Assessment Unit (CAU) are also based at The Becklin Centre alongside the acute wards 2 male and 2 female. There is a further male ward and 10 bedded PICU at the Newsam Centre.
The CAU is designed for brief admissions (up to approx. 7 days) and is closely linked to the CRISS as one of the main points of referral into and transfer from. There is an expectation that the CRISS team will liaise closely with the CAU to ensure timely entry and exit from these beds. Additionally, the Leeds OASIS provides a new option within the existing LYPFT crisis pathway, offering an alternative to hospital admission for those that do not necessarily need a bed on an acute ward and for whom a homely environment may be more beneficial.
Although working primarily from the West base, the post holder will be expected to work flexibly when needed and when appropriate, for example assisting colleagues in other areas of the city when demand has outweighed resource, or if prior knowledge of a particular patient on the Crisis Assessment Unit or in the s136 suite means the post holder is the most appropriate person to see that individual. As a core number of staff work from each locality each day, including medical colleagues, the need for flexible working across the city is infrequent and often minimised by good communication and liaison between CRISS colleagues.
About the TrustLeeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is a leader in mental health services, serving a population of over 725,000 within Leeds. We are committed to promoting mental health and wellbeing and delivering high-quality, safe, and recovery-oriented care.
We take pride in our excellent record in Undergraduate and Postgraduate Medical Education and Training, consistently receiving positive feedback from Health Education England. Our University of Leeds Core Psychiatry Training Course is highly successful, complemented by a weekly teaching programme and CPD opportunities through the Andrew Sims Centre.
Why Join Us?
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: As an NHS employer, we offer a competitive and flexible benefits package tailored to your needs.
- Relocation Package: We provide a relocation package of up to £8,000 to make your move to Leeds as seamless as possible.
- Commitment to Your Development: We aim to nurture your talent, support your professional growth, and help you achieve your career aspirations.
Living in LeedsLeeds is a dynamic and culturally rich city offering a balance of vibrant city life and picturesque countryside. Enjoy world-class museums, galleries, theatres, and a thriving retail scene, all just a short distance from the stunning Yorkshire Dales. With excellent transport links, affordable living costs, and a reputation as one of the UKs most welcoming cities, Leeds is an ideal place to live and work.
Join UsThis is a fantastic opportunity for a consultant psychiatrist to be part of a forward thinking team in a service that truly makes a difference. We are looking for individuals who share our ambition to provide exceptional mental health services and are committed to delivering outstanding patient care.
Important InformationPlease note that all correspondence following your application will be managed via trac.jobs and the Trust's Resourcing Team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Leeds Partnerships NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a full time (10 PAs) Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry (Crisis Resolution and Intensive Support Service). The work of the CRISS is considered within LYPFT to be integral to the smooth transfer to and from different parts of the acute pathway.
The post holder will be one of four Consultants providing acute care to patients under the Crisis Resolution Intensive Support Service (CRISS). Although a city-wide service, the post holder will work primarily from the West area of the city, with a focus on facilitating early discharge from acute wards and overseeing the progression of patients through the home-based treatment pathway as an alternative to hospital admission via intensive support. The Consultant will also play a key role in supporting and overseeing crisis and extended assessments in the community, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to formulate recovery-focused care plans. This ensures that care is delivered at the right point in the acute pathway and at the right time.
The CRISS is made up of the three CRISS localities (East, West and South) and the Crisis Assessment Unit (CAU) / s136 component based at the Becklin Centre. The s136 suite (currently 4 bedded) and 6 bedded mixed Crisis Assessment Unit (CAU) are also based at The Becklin Centre alongside the acute wards 2 male and 2 female. There is a further male ward and 10 bedded PICU at the Newsam Centre.
The CAU is designed for brief admissions (up to approx. 7 days) and is closely linked to the CRISS as one of the main points of referral into and transfer from. There is an expectation that the CRISS team will liaise closely with the CAU to ensure timely entry and exit from these beds. Additionally, the Leeds OASIS provides a new option within the existing LYPFT crisis pathway, offering an alternative to hospital admission for those that do not necessarily need a bed on an acute ward and for whom a homely environment may be more beneficial.
Although working primarily from the West base, the post holder will be expected to work flexibly when needed and when appropriate, for example assisting colleagues in other areas of the city when demand has outweighed resource, or if prior knowledge of a particular patient on the Crisis Assessment Unit or in the s136 suite means the post holder is the most appropriate person to see that individual. As a core number of staff work from each locality each day, including medical colleagues, the need for flexible working across the city is infrequent and often minimised by good communication and liaison between CRISS colleagues.
About the TrustLeeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is a leader in mental health services, serving a population of over 725,000 within Leeds. We are committed to promoting mental health and wellbeing and delivering high-quality, safe, and recovery-oriented care.
We take pride in our excellent record in Undergraduate and Postgraduate Medical Education and Training, consistently receiving positive feedback from Health Education England. Our University of Leeds Core Psychiatry Training Course is highly successful, complemented by a weekly teaching programme and CPD opportunities through the Andrew Sims Centre.
Why Join Us?
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: As an NHS employer, we offer a competitive and flexible benefits package tailored to your needs.
- Relocation Package: We provide a relocation package of up to £8,000 to make your move to Leeds as seamless as possible.
- Commitment to Your Development: We aim to nurture your talent, support your professional growth, and help you achieve your career aspirations.
Living in LeedsLeeds is a dynamic and culturally rich city offering a balance of vibrant city life and picturesque countryside. Enjoy world-class museums, galleries, theatres, and a thriving retail scene, all just a short distance from the stunning Yorkshire Dales. With excellent transport links, affordable living costs, and a reputation as one of the UKs most welcoming cities, Leeds is an ideal place to live and work.
Join UsThis is a fantastic opportunity for a consultant psychiatrist to be part of a forward thinking team in a service that truly makes a difference. We are looking for individuals who share our ambition to provide exceptional mental health services and are committed to delivering outstanding patient care.
Important InformationPlease note that all correspondence following your application will be managed via trac.jobs and the Trust's Resourcing Team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBChB or equivalent medical qualification.
Eligibility
Essential
- Fully registered with GMC and Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months.
- Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent qualification (in accordance with Royal College of Psychiatrist's Guidelines)
- Approved Doctor under s12
- Approved Clinician/Responsible Clinician status OR able to and committed to achieve with 3 months of appointment
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Excellent knowledge within specialty
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBChB or equivalent medical qualification.
Eligibility
Essential
- Fully registered with GMC and Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months.
- Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent qualification (in accordance with Royal College of Psychiatrist's Guidelines)
- Approved Doctor under s12
- Approved Clinician/Responsible Clinician status OR able to and committed to achieve with 3 months of appointment
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Excellent knowledge within specialty
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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).
