Job summary
This is a community post working with an established community Learning Disability mental health team serving the Sunderland area.
The consultant in post will work closely with the community team.
The post holder will provide senior expertise in assessment and treatment of adults with learning disability referred with psychiatric, behavioural concerns.
As part of this role there is a population of Learning Disability Forensic patients living within Sunderland area for whom the post holder will have responsibility.
The community learning disabilities team is based at Monkwearmouth Hospital Sunderland.The post holder will have good links with the other consultant colleagues within learning disability services.
Currently there is one specialty doctor working within Sunderland community learning disability in addition to current vacant post.
There is access to a comprehensive Multidisciplinary team :
- community nurses with specialist areas of expertise including Forensic, Autism, Primary Care and Behavioural
- Psychologists
Occupational Therapist
There will be opportunity for mental health work, teaching, audit, and SPA activities.
Please note we can not sponsor GMC for this role.
Please note this vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Dr Suzy Guirguis
Email: suzy.guirguis@cntw.nhs.uk
Tel: 07711292879
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be working across 3 pathways which include:
PBS pathway- this is based on the principles of Positive behavioural support and applied behavioural analysis for behaviours that challenge. The post holder will be supported by various professionals with the team to develop a behavioural plan and will be consulted to aid formulations as and when required.
Mental Health and Well-being Pathway- which will include diagnosing and managing mental disorders and promoting well-being in the ID population.
Physical health pathway to support our patients with physical health problems and work closely with primary/other secondary care services to help them get the right support and care.
As part of this role there is a population of Learning Disability Forensic patients living within Sunderland for whom the post holder will have overall responsibility. There is however an established Forensic Outreach team providing input as per the Forensic pathway.
About us
Why us?
- Up to £8k relocation package
- 30 days study leave (every 3 years) with a generous study leave allowance
- Flexible working opportunities created with you involved in your job plan
- Remote working available as suits service needs
- Dedicated and protected SPA time
- Focus on creating a healthy workforce by investing heavily in health and wellbeing accessible support including emotional, physical, social, psychological financial and career well being
- Teaching and research opportunities available
- Stimulating CPD sessions and programs including mentoring, medical leadership, and coaching
- Teaching opportunities in our brand-new state of the art Medical Education Centre
- Employee Excellence awards
- Plus, lots more employee benefits including discounts. Find out more www.thriveatcntw.co.uk
As an added bonus, the Trust is located in the Northeast of England and Cumbria which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, containing national parks, ancient heritage sites and major cities supported by excellent national and international transport links. The area is predominantly rural and contains the Lake District National Park which is considered one of England's finest areas of natural beauty
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a 6 PA Consultant post in Sunderland Learning Disability Community Adult CTT.
The Consultant in post will work closely with the community team which is made up of core located members of the local authority and Northumberland Tyne and wear foundation trust. The post holder will provide senior expertise in assessment and treatment of adults with learning disability referred with psychiatric, behavioural and epilepsy related behavioural problems.
There are close links between Epilepsy services at Sunderland Royal Infirmary and LD services in Sunderland. The postholder will be expected to work closely with Epilepsy service in Sunderland.
The post holder will be working across 3 pathways, as mentioned above.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a 6 PA Consultant post in Sunderland Learning Disability Community Adult CTT.
The Consultant in post will work closely with the community team which is made up of core located members of the local authority and Northumberland Tyne and wear foundation trust. The post holder will provide senior expertise in assessment and treatment of adults with learning disability referred with psychiatric, behavioural and epilepsy related behavioural problems.
There are close links between Epilepsy services at Sunderland Royal Infirmary and LD services in Sunderland. The postholder will be expected to work closely with Epilepsy service in Sunderland.
The post holder will be working across 3 pathways, as mentioned above.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS (or equivalent)
- Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion, or a trainee within six months of CCT
- Approved under Section12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983
- Approved Clinician Status
Desirable
- MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field
- Has undergone training in educational supervision
- Has undergone training in appraisal
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge in the field of Psychiatry
- Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation
Desirable
- An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies
Experience
Essential
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Wide clinical experience in general adult psychiatry in different clinical settings
- Experience of Clinical Audit
Desirable
- Experience in multiagency work especially with service user, carer and voluntary agencies
- Experience in service management or development
Skills
Essential
- High level of clinical skills
- Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in Adult Psychiatry
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent teaching skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to work in a time efficient manner
Desirable
- Established record of clinical leadership
- Established ability as a clinical teacher
- Training in specific and relevant treatment skills eg a brief form of psychological therapy
Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Able to sustain self and support others
- Trustworthiness
- Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post
- Maturity, openness and flexibility
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS (or equivalent)
- Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion, or a trainee within six months of CCT
- Approved under Section12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983
- Approved Clinician Status
Desirable
- MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field
- Has undergone training in educational supervision
- Has undergone training in appraisal
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge in the field of Psychiatry
- Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation
Desirable
- An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies
Experience
Essential
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Wide clinical experience in general adult psychiatry in different clinical settings
- Experience of Clinical Audit
Desirable
- Experience in multiagency work especially with service user, carer and voluntary agencies
- Experience in service management or development
Skills
Essential
- High level of clinical skills
- Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in Adult Psychiatry
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent teaching skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to work in a time efficient manner
Desirable
- Established record of clinical leadership
- Established ability as a clinical teacher
- Training in specific and relevant treatment skills eg a brief form of psychological therapy
Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Able to sustain self and support others
- Trustworthiness
- Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post
- Maturity, openness and flexibility
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.
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.
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).
