Job summary
Eating Disorders are extraordinarily complex illnesses that present with abnormalities in physical and psychological functioning. The physical complications have the potential to cause permanent damage and in some cases are life threatening. The causes are complex and multi-factorial, including genetic, neurodevelopmental and environmental influences. They require a comprehensive treatment programme including medical, psychiatric, psychological, social and educational interventions.
Ellern Mede has been providing evidence-based specialised treatment for children and young people with eating disorders since 2000. We support children and young people as inpatients aged 8 to 18 years as well as young adults aged 18 to 25, and outpatients aged 12 to 25. We offer a full care pathway to achieve exceptional rates of recovery. We can assist young people who are emerging from CAMHS to continue into adult services, to the community or back home. We never give up on a patient and we see beyond the young person’s illness to the whole person, giving individualised, confidential, supportive care that allows them to blossom.
Main duties of the job
To manage a caseload of patients with complex needs, using evidence based /patient centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.
To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of OT services. To prepare reports, conduct assessments, perform risk assessments, conduct planned and structured therapeutic activity (both individual and group) for the patient population and in collaboration with the MDT members. To engage with families as part of the treatment programme.
To prepare group and individualised therapy/activity timetables and provide monthly analysis on engagement. To direct the activity staff and apply resources cost effectively and appropriately.
To participate in staff training and reflective practice with the nursing and clinical team to support the learning culture of the Hospital and promote best practice.
To work independently on a day-to-day basis. This work will be supervised and reviewed at regular intervals by the Clinical Director.
To ensure that all patients are safeguarded from potential harm and to conduct activities in a manner which is consistent with professional practice, policy and legislation
About us
In return for your expertise and commitment we offer:
A competitive salary
Enhanced disclosure cost coverage
Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
Sick Pay (after one years service)
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Workplace pension
Personal holiday and education fund
Job description
Job responsibilities
Eating Disorders are extraordinarily complex illnesses that present with abnormalities in physical and psychological functioning. The physical complications have the potential to cause permanent damage and in some cases are life threatening. The causes are complex and multi-factorial, including genetic, neurodevelopmental and environmental influences. They require a comprehensive treatment programme including medical, psychiatric, psychological, social and educational interventions.
Ellern Mede has been providing evidence-based specialised treatment for children and young people with eating disorders since 2000. We support children and young people as inpatients aged 8 to 18 years as well as young adults aged 18 to 25, and outpatients aged 12 to 25. We offer a full care pathway to achieve exceptional rates of recovery. We can assist young people who are emerging from CAMHS to continue into adult services, to the community or back home. We never give up on a patient and we see beyond the young person’s illness to the whole person, giving individualised, confidential, supportive care that allows them to blossom.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Eating Disorders are extraordinarily complex illnesses that present with abnormalities in physical and psychological functioning. The physical complications have the potential to cause permanent damage and in some cases are life threatening. The causes are complex and multi-factorial, including genetic, neurodevelopmental and environmental influences. They require a comprehensive treatment programme including medical, psychiatric, psychological, social and educational interventions.
Ellern Mede has been providing evidence-based specialised treatment for children and young people with eating disorders since 2000. We support children and young people as inpatients aged 8 to 18 years as well as young adults aged 18 to 25, and outpatients aged 12 to 25. We offer a full care pathway to achieve exceptional rates of recovery. We can assist young people who are emerging from CAMHS to continue into adult services, to the community or back home. We never give up on a patient and we see beyond the young person’s illness to the whole person, giving individualised, confidential, supportive care that allows them to blossom.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy Registration to practice in the UK Evidence of post registration training relevant to mental Training in the theory and application of the model of human occupation within the first 4 months of appointment.
Desirable
- Full and current driving licence
Experience
Essential
- Experience of carrying a caseload in a mental health setting Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team Experience of maintaining a written record of continual professional development Experience of individual and groupwork.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy Registration to practice in the UK Evidence of post registration training relevant to mental Training in the theory and application of the model of human occupation within the first 4 months of appointment.
Desirable
- Full and current driving licence
Experience
Essential
- Experience of carrying a caseload in a mental health setting Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team Experience of maintaining a written record of continual professional development Experience of individual and groupwork.
Desirable
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).
