Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and creative occupational therapist to join the award winning and established Evolve - Hull Community Eating Disorder Service.
The post holder will have the privilege of working intensively with a small number of patients within a structured day programme, focusing on addressing the impact of an eating disorder on their life.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work closely with support workers and the wider MDT, including a fellow occupational therapist, to further develop and coordinate the current day service programme.
The post also offers the opportunity to work alongside another clinician, with a small caseload of outpatients with a variety of eating disorders, requiring occupational therapy interventions both individual and in groups.The post holder will receive regular supportive supervision and training to develop their skills in this specialist and highly rewarding field of practice.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact; Kim Flockton Tel: 01482 344083
About us
At CHCP, we're passionate aboutpeopleand we know that you are too, that's why we're here isn't it? We recognise that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine.
Work with us and you'll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders and their thoughts and opinions are always heard;at CHCP you have a real voice.
Compassion is at the heart of our business; we're a team of nearly 2,500 colleagues who work together to deliverfirst-class healthcareto thousands of people living in Hull, the East Riding, Knowsley and St Helens. Local diversity demands diverse roles, that's why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we'll support you to thrive.
As the 13thlargest social enterprise in the UK, we're pioneering the move towards independent service delivery. Join us on our journey and help us make history.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to this advert for full details on the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to this advert for full details on the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Qualification/further training in eating disorders
- HPC registration
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of eating disorders and how they impact on function
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of motivational therapy
- Knowledge and understanding of models of change
- Audit skills
Experience
Essential
- Direct experience of working within mental health services
- Experience of working with challenging clients
- Experience of using mental health screening tools
- Multi-disciplinary working
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Qualification/further training in eating disorders
- HPC registration
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of eating disorders and how they impact on function
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of motivational therapy
- Knowledge and understanding of models of change
- Audit skills
Experience
Essential
- Direct experience of working within mental health services
- Experience of working with challenging clients
- Experience of using mental health screening tools
- Multi-disciplinary working
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
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).