Job summary
We are excited to share opportunities in our new pathway for Complex Trauma for CYP in BSW. We are aware of the challenges faced by this group of CYP in accessing good quality timely consultation and support and this pathway has been developed to meet this need. Our aim is for this service to be grounded in a strengths-based, trauma informed approach, you have the opportunity to join and influence the direction of a team whose aim will be to embed positive partnerships with key adults and networks to improve the outcomes for young people who have experienced significant trauma.
We are recruiting into a number of Band 8a posts across BaNES, Swindon and Wiltshire (BSW) with various hours available in Keynsham, Marlborough, Melksham, Salisbury and Swindon.
We are looking for multi-disciplinary professionals from the following backgrounds; Registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Clinical Psychologist, Family and Systemic Therapist and Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist; who will be able to work with children, young people and families/carers from a wide range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
The pathway will be led by a Senior 8b Clinical lead and the current Head of Psychological Therapies. This is an opportunity for experienced clinicians to join our teams and provide leadership on working with trauma, alongside offering consultation, supervision & treatment.
Main duties of the job
You will provide specialist assessments of children and young people with complex trauma and moderate to severe mental health needs, employing research-based models to formulate and implement plans with individuals, families and carers. This role will work within a multi-disciplinary team alongside a range of professionals such as Psychiatrists, Clinical Psychologists, Systemic and Family Therapists, Nurses, Occupational Therapists and Social Workers and Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists.
You will work autonomously in ways which are sensitive to the needs of CYP and families from a wide range of racial, cultural and religious backgrounds.
This role requires you being able to demonstrate evidence of an anti-oppressive approach at the heart of your practice and to challenge, when needed, oppressive and/ or discriminatory issues that are relevant to the children, young people and families we work with, as well as within the system, or that impact on colleagues.
Posts will be in the following teams, Banes (based in Keynsham), Melksham, Marlborough, Salisbury in Wiltshire and Swindon camhs teams. In the first instance all posts will be interviewed for together and applicants can share their preference re: teams and wte.
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles.
Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount
- Pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role will:
- Provide clinical, evidence based care and treatment, according to expertise.
- Offer direct clinical work and alongside this consultation and supervision to support the work of other staff.
- Work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures.
- Utilise research skills for audit, and contribute to research and training within the areas served by the teams and service.
- Be involved in service developments.
- Work closely with the other Specialist Trauma Therapists and In-reach Clinical Specialists across BSW to achieve timely access to appropriate consultation and intervention for this group of CYP.
We are hugely committed to investing in our staff. Part of this commitment is our unique BSW training strategy. You will be able to access our comprehensive CAMHS training programmes, specifically adapted to you and your role.
We will work with you to identify any learning and development needs, as well facilitate your access to high quality management supervision to maintain your skills gained from this training. This will equip you to be the best you can be in your role, whilst also helping you to focus on your future and career development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role will:
- Provide clinical, evidence based care and treatment, according to expertise.
- Offer direct clinical work and alongside this consultation and supervision to support the work of other staff.
- Work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures.
- Utilise research skills for audit, and contribute to research and training within the areas served by the teams and service.
- Be involved in service developments.
- Work closely with the other Specialist Trauma Therapists and In-reach Clinical Specialists across BSW to achieve timely access to appropriate consultation and intervention for this group of CYP.
We are hugely committed to investing in our staff. Part of this commitment is our unique BSW training strategy. You will be able to access our comprehensive CAMHS training programmes, specifically adapted to you and your role.
We will work with you to identify any learning and development needs, as well facilitate your access to high quality management supervision to maintain your skills gained from this training. This will equip you to be the best you can be in your role, whilst also helping you to focus on your future and career development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered RMN, OT, Social Worker or Psychological Therapist
- Advanced clinical skills/therapeutic skills in trauma, acute mental health presentations and risk management
- Specialist training and experience of delivering an evidence based or evidence informed trauma intervention e.g. VIG, EMDR, Psychotherapy, Family Therapy, TF-CBT, NET, MBT, Specialist Sensory Training etc
- Continuing registration with body overseeing practice of core mental health profession, e.g. NMC, SWE, HCPC, etc
Desirable
- Educated to PhD level, Non- medical prescribing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with CYP who have experienced significant trauma
- Formal leadership skills and experience
- Prior involvement in research
Desirable
Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills
Essential
- Evidence of contribution to policy, protocols and patient care pathway development
- Experience of teaching, facilitating and formal training course planning/management at undergraduate and post- graduate levels
- Evidence of involvement in innovative practice or service developments
- Evidence of involvement in strategic level decision-making
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered RMN, OT, Social Worker or Psychological Therapist
- Advanced clinical skills/therapeutic skills in trauma, acute mental health presentations and risk management
- Specialist training and experience of delivering an evidence based or evidence informed trauma intervention e.g. VIG, EMDR, Psychotherapy, Family Therapy, TF-CBT, NET, MBT, Specialist Sensory Training etc
- Continuing registration with body overseeing practice of core mental health profession, e.g. NMC, SWE, HCPC, etc
Desirable
- Educated to PhD level, Non- medical prescribing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with CYP who have experienced significant trauma
- Formal leadership skills and experience
- Prior involvement in research
Desirable
Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills
Essential
- Evidence of contribution to policy, protocols and patient care pathway development
- Experience of teaching, facilitating and formal training course planning/management at undergraduate and post- graduate levels
- Evidence of involvement in innovative practice or service developments
- Evidence of involvement in strategic level decision-making
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).
