Job summary
We have a rare opportunity for a Specialist Dietitian at our CAMHS inpatient unit in York.
This is a full-time dietetic post. The successful candidate will be part of the dietetic provision within the CAMHS service line at Mill Lodge, whilst also being involved in the development of an exciting new day service for young people requiring support with eating disorders and disordered eating. The role will involve cover across both elements of the service, providing a rich and rounded experience of CAMHS.
We welcome applications from band 5 dietitians who are looking to develop their skills and progress into a band 6 position. In this circumstance the successful candidate will be supported via a bespoke developmental plan and will receive input to develop their competencies and confidence. Other specific areas for development will be negotiated. Progress towards re-banding to band 6 level will be regularly reviewed and discussed.
There are excellent transport links to York (Leeds 40mins, London 2 hours) and we also have a generous relocation package.
Main duties of the job
The specialist dietitian will:
- Provide assessment and treatment plans for young people referred into Mill Lodge and the Mill Lodge day service
- Develop and implement meal plans and provide advice to young people and parents/carers around a variety of dietetic needs and a range of mental health conditions, particularly eating disorders/disordered eating
- Undertake complex dietetic assessments and develop dietary intervention plans e.g. formulating enteral feeding regimes for service users at risk of re-feeding syndrome
- Be an active member of the multidisciplinary team, participate in training, development and supervision of team members where appropriate
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 (LYPFT pays 20.6% into your scheme each year), 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 organisations such as Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and 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. Bank-only workers can choose the hours they want to work and will have the opportunity to gain additional experience, keep skills up to date, develop new ones and earn extra money without having to commit to a permanent role. For an informal discussion or more information please contact the team bankstaffingdepartment.lypft@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will be part of a large innovative dietetic team across LYPFT including a growing CAMHS dietetic team with LYPFT hosting two CAMHS inpatient units across Leeds and York.
The successful applicant will benefit from:
- Regular management supervision as well as supportive clinical and professional supervision
- Peer support, sharing of best practice and CPD opportunities provided by membership of the trusts CAMHS dietetic team (across Leeds & York) and trustwide dietetic forum. As well as local multidisciplinary professional networks
- Opportunity to be heavily involved in the development of a new day service opening in 2024, which will support young people with eating disorders and disordered eating
- Strong support for research and a close connection with COMIC (Child Oriented Mental Health Innovation Collaborative) based at York Universit
Our friendly and supportive MDT includes occupational therapists, family therapist, psychology, psychiatrists, mental health nurses and teachers. Our work can be challenging, but we find it immensely rewarding; we have the opportunity to change lives for the better at a pivotal age. Experience working with young people with eating disorders is desirable, but not essential, and you will be provided with the support you need to succeed.
To arrange an informal conversation about the post, please contact Amy Pratt, Principal Dietetic Practitioner and professional lead for dietetics on amy.pratt3@nhs.net. You are also very welcome to visit the service; we would be delighted to show you around and talk more about our work. Relocation options can also be discussed if required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will be part of a large innovative dietetic team across LYPFT including a growing CAMHS dietetic team with LYPFT hosting two CAMHS inpatient units across Leeds and York.
The successful applicant will benefit from:
- Regular management supervision as well as supportive clinical and professional supervision
- Peer support, sharing of best practice and CPD opportunities provided by membership of the trusts CAMHS dietetic team (across Leeds & York) and trustwide dietetic forum. As well as local multidisciplinary professional networks
- Opportunity to be heavily involved in the development of a new day service opening in 2024, which will support young people with eating disorders and disordered eating
- Strong support for research and a close connection with COMIC (Child Oriented Mental Health Innovation Collaborative) based at York Universit
Our friendly and supportive MDT includes occupational therapists, family therapist, psychology, psychiatrists, mental health nurses and teachers. Our work can be challenging, but we find it immensely rewarding; we have the opportunity to change lives for the better at a pivotal age. Experience working with young people with eating disorders is desirable, but not essential, and you will be provided with the support you need to succeed.
To arrange an informal conversation about the post, please contact Amy Pratt, Principal Dietetic Practitioner and professional lead for dietetics on amy.pratt3@nhs.net. You are also very welcome to visit the service; we would be delighted to show you around and talk more about our work. Relocation options can also be discussed if required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Dietetic degree
- Registered dietitian
Experience
Essential
- Interest in and/or experience of working with eating disorders
- Interest in and/or experience of working with young people
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Dietetic degree
- Registered dietitian
Experience
Essential
- Interest in and/or experience of working with eating disorders
- Interest in and/or experience of working with young people
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).
