Job summary
FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY
We are excited to offer an opportunity for an outstanding Specialty Doctor to join the team of senior medics in our Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS).
This is a new, well supported 12-month post. It would suit a doctor seeking to broaden experience in CAMHS prior to applying for specialty training or a trainee wishing to take time out of training (GMC approval is required in the latter case). CAMHS has a strong tradition in teaching & training, at post & undergraduate levels.
You will be forward thinking, able to manage a caseload expertly ensuring regular assessment/reviews alongside primary care colleagues; encouraged to work closely with Consultant/Operational staff to ensure smooth functioning of service & to assure high standard/quality of care for patients; have opportunities to develop psychotherapeutic skills & experience in training in family interventions & CBT.
LSW employs a number of SAS Doctors & wishes to provide an environment that recognises their diversity, commitment & contribution to not just patient care but also MDT. To deliver on this aspiration, LSW adopted the Charter for Staff, Specialist & Specialty Doctors, first published in 2014. Our SAS Doctors have opportunities to be involved in weekly teaching of junior doctors, monthly peer group & SAS Committeemeetings. With a highly experienced & empathetic Medical Staffing team, we also have a track record of supporting SAS doctors to gain CESR accreditation.
Main duties of the job
CAMHS promote the mental health & psychological wellbeing of children & young people. They provide high quality, MDT to all children & young people with mental problems & disorders, to ensure effective assessment, treatment & support, for them & their families.
The Neurodevelopmental & Learning Disabilities Pathway provides consultation, assessment & interventions to all special schools in Plymouth. This includes the moderate learning difficulties schools. Evidence based practice using Positive Behaviour Support.
The work of the post holder will be to support the MDT by providing psychiatric assessments & treatments but also case consultation under supervision to other members of the team. This is a community based post with a central base at Mount Gould. The way the team is organised currently referrals are accepted according to specified referral criteria & after triage assessment by team members.
It is expected that there will be 1 new assessment per week & between 10-20 contacts per week depending on complexity. Follow up may include family meetings, network meetings & child protection meetings.
There will be a total caseload of between 80-100 cases to manage comprising those with various mental health disorders. Complex cases will be jointly held with case manager & all cases managed under clinical supervision of Consultant.
There is a newly established crisis team for CAMHS & diagnostic clinic, with medication management for outpatients.
About us
Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social
enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across
Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of
Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports
centres, and health hubs.
As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values being kind, respectful , inclusive, ambitious, responsible & collaborative. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while
empowering staff and those we serve.
We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in
shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right
time and place. Centring our work on individual needs helps people lead
healthy, independent lives.
We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time for registered staff, development pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications. A bespoke induction programme.
Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all
sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental
health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the
application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A copy of the Job Description for a Specialty Doctor - Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service has been attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A copy of the Job Description for a Specialty Doctor - Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service has been attached.
Person Specification
Research, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Management & Practical Requirements
Essential
- Ability to apply evidence based approach to management of clinical problems.
- Ability to community with patients and staff, both orally and in writing, to a high standard.
- Computer and IT skills.
- Reliability.
- Excellent Team Working skills.
- Caring attitude to patients and relatives.
- Contribute to efficient running of the service.
- Contribute to department management.
- Sensitivity to the importance of considering user's view in individual treatment plans and also service development.
- Ability to access transport to undertake duties as appropriate.
- Good time-keeping.
- Ability to deal with stressful situations and emergency care.
Desirable
- Interest/experience in research and audit.
- Ability to maintain and build relationships across multiple physical and organisational boundaries.
- Ability to motivate a multidisciplinary team.
- Practical experience of Care Programme Approach.
Experience
Essential
- Four years full time postgraduate training or equivalent, at least two years in specialty training relevant to the post or is able to demonstrate equivalent experience or competencies.
- Knowledge of current mental health legislation.
- Ability to interview and assess patients and write comprehensive, clear medical notes.
- Ability to manage potentially violent and disturbed patients.
- Ability to form good working relationships within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Willingness to undertake work in a clinic and community setting.
Desirable
- Three years psychiatric training in a specialty training programme.
- Prior experience of working in Child & Adolescent Mental Health Teams.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent.
- Full registration with GMC, with a licence to practice.
Desirable
- Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent.
- Higher degree.
- Eligible for Section 12 approval.
Person Specification
Research, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Management & Practical Requirements
Essential
- Ability to apply evidence based approach to management of clinical problems.
- Ability to community with patients and staff, both orally and in writing, to a high standard.
- Computer and IT skills.
- Reliability.
- Excellent Team Working skills.
- Caring attitude to patients and relatives.
- Contribute to efficient running of the service.
- Contribute to department management.
- Sensitivity to the importance of considering user's view in individual treatment plans and also service development.
- Ability to access transport to undertake duties as appropriate.
- Good time-keeping.
- Ability to deal with stressful situations and emergency care.
Desirable
- Interest/experience in research and audit.
- Ability to maintain and build relationships across multiple physical and organisational boundaries.
- Ability to motivate a multidisciplinary team.
- Practical experience of Care Programme Approach.
Experience
Essential
- Four years full time postgraduate training or equivalent, at least two years in specialty training relevant to the post or is able to demonstrate equivalent experience or competencies.
- Knowledge of current mental health legislation.
- Ability to interview and assess patients and write comprehensive, clear medical notes.
- Ability to manage potentially violent and disturbed patients.
- Ability to form good working relationships within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Willingness to undertake work in a clinic and community setting.
Desirable
- Three years psychiatric training in a specialty training programme.
- Prior experience of working in Child & Adolescent Mental Health Teams.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent.
- Full registration with GMC, with a licence to practice.
Desirable
- Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent.
- Higher degree.
- Eligible for Section 12 approval.
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).
