Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
CYPMHS Eating Disorder Service Practitioner band 5 or 6
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Vacancy Introduction
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated band 5 or 6 practitioner to join the Leeds Children’s and Young Person’s Community Eating Disorder Service. We will consider applications from newly qualified staff wanting to undertake a preceptorship. The post holder will work as part of a dynamic and busy service as part of a full multidisciplinary team.
We are a citywide multidisciplinary team from a range of backgrounds, including psychiatry, nursing, psychology, paediatrics, social work and dietetics. We provide specialist assessment and intervention for young people up to the age of 18 and their families. We are exploring innovative ways of working through the development of new treatment pathways and are committed to going beyond expectations in engaging and supporting our families and young people.
If you have previous experience of working with individuals with an eating disorder or are highly motivated with a passion to learn new skills and work with young people with eating disorders and their families, then please get in contact with us. Applications are welcomed from those registered with NMC/ SWE/ HCPC/ ACP.
The successful candidate will work independently and with the wider staff team along with young people and their families. The role will provide general and advanced support and interventions in order to enhance the patient journey by improving the provision of nutrition and care in addition to facilitating service efficiency and positive outcomes.
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You will join a multidisciplinary team which provides professional support and offers collaborative working. You will be welcomed into a service which prioritises reflective practice, clinical supervision, and continuing professional development.
Main Duties
- Delivery of treatment pathways including FT-AN as a core treatment as well as CBT-E and individualised therapies to point of discharge. Training will be provided.
- Work closely with colleagues in CAMHS, schools, and local medical services.
- Ensuring a close working relationship and effective communication with partner services delivering inpatient services.
- Support junior staff, provide regular supervision and training as appropriate.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to the continued development of the service.
For More Information About This Job, Please Contact:
Katie Rudge
Clinical Team Manager
katie.rudge@nhs.net
Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached for full requirements of the role.
Adverts will close early where the maximum number of applicants is reached.
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Who Are We?
Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres, and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities, and Leeds City Council.
We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high-quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.
Perks of the Job
Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk, click on the Join Our Team Tab.
Right to Work
Please see the link below for information on Eligibility for Sponsorship from Leeds Community Healthcare Trust.
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme, or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
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