Job summary
We are looking to recruit a passionate and enthusiastic Arts Psychotherapist (Art, Music or Drama therapist) to join our inpatient CAMHS team .
We have 3 lodges providing care and treatment for young people who require inpatient admission; Sapphire (13-18 years), Emerald (under 13) and Ruby Lodge (under 8-18 CAMHS LD). Our young people have a variety of complex presentations and therefore we are keen to recruit practitioners who have some knowledge and experience of working with highly distressed young people and their families. The therapeutic milieu is an essential part of our service and the successful applicant will be able to contribute flexibly to this. We are looking for someone who can work creatively to engage young people in individual and group therapies when appropriate as part of MDT care and treatment.
The post holder will be primarily based on Sapphire Lodge with some cross lodge working. The successful post holder will join a strong group of Psychological Professionals within the inpatient team including (Clinical Psychology, Family Therapy, Art Psychotherapy, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy) as well as joining an established group of Arts Psychotherapists who work across community and inpatient CAMHS.
Applicants must be a member of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and registered with their professional body.
We encourage applicants who meet the person specification to find out more about the post and the service.
22.50 hour per week.
Main duties of the job
To contribute to the multidisciplinary care and treatment of young people admitted to inpatient CAMHS.
To work effectively with a range of other professionals within the MDT, providing a high level of good communication with staff and service users.
To contribute to the therapeutic milieu on the inpatient lodges.
To offer Arts Psychotherapy to young people admitted to inpatient CAMHS through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual and group therapy intervention/sessions as appropriate.
To take part in the development and implementation of evidence-based practice for arts psychotherapies in the inpatient CAMHS service.
To participate in the planning, development, and evaluation of the Arts Psychotherapy service for children and young people.
To contribute to the maintenance and development of the Arts Psychotherapies service within Psychological Services, within Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust.
About us
Sheffield Children's is one of three independent, specialist paediatric hospitals in the country, providing dedicated healthcare for children and young people across community, mental health and acute specialist settings.
We have three overarching aims that set the direction for the Trust in our vision "to create a healthier future for children and young people."
- Outstanding patient care
- Brilliant place to work
- Leader in children's health
Our commitment to rewarding colleagues is demonstrated through our brilliant reward and benefits offer including; generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme and access to salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work and lease cars.
We are committed to supporting colleagues from different heritages and lifestyles while at work. This is supported through the offer we have in place for flexible working and the three equality network groups we have in place. Colleagues are encouraged to join these groups and request flexible working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description and personal specification for full details.
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description and personal specification for full details.
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- M.A in Art/Music/Drama Psychotherapy
- State Registration with the HCPC
- Professional Registration with appropriate professional body (BAAT)
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Broad knowledge and application of Art/music/drama Psychotherapy assessments and interventions with children and young people
- Clinical experience of one to one Art/Music/drama Psychotherapy.
- An understanding of the processes of group Art/Music/drama Psychotherapy.
- Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Supervisory and appraisal skills
- Excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
- Effective written and oral communication skills
Desirable
- An interest in the appropriate National Service Framework for the clinical area, and government policies and guidelines
- Presentation and training skills.
Experience
Essential
- Documented evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Experience of working with children and young people with complex needs and their families.
- Experience of Art Psychotherapy assessment, treatment and evaluation.
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable
- Experience of and/or commitment to therapeutic group work.
- Post qualification experience of Art/Music/drama Psychotherapy in relevant clinical setting.
- Supervision of less experienced staff.
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Commitment to client-centred, non-discriminatory practice.
- To demonstrate a clear professional identity
- Willingness to work flexibly.
- Commitment to lifelong learning
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- M.A in Art/Music/Drama Psychotherapy
- State Registration with the HCPC
- Professional Registration with appropriate professional body (BAAT)
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Broad knowledge and application of Art/music/drama Psychotherapy assessments and interventions with children and young people
- Clinical experience of one to one Art/Music/drama Psychotherapy.
- An understanding of the processes of group Art/Music/drama Psychotherapy.
- Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Supervisory and appraisal skills
- Excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
- Effective written and oral communication skills
Desirable
- An interest in the appropriate National Service Framework for the clinical area, and government policies and guidelines
- Presentation and training skills.
Experience
Essential
- Documented evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Experience of working with children and young people with complex needs and their families.
- Experience of Art Psychotherapy assessment, treatment and evaluation.
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable
- Experience of and/or commitment to therapeutic group work.
- Post qualification experience of Art/Music/drama Psychotherapy in relevant clinical setting.
- Supervision of less experienced staff.
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Commitment to client-centred, non-discriminatory practice.
- To demonstrate a clear professional identity
- Willingness to work flexibly.
- Commitment to lifelong learning
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).
