CYP Eating Disorder Therapist

Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prepare to Care induction

Job summary

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting for an East Cheshire 0-18 Eating Disorders Community Team role focused on assessment, treatment, and support for children and young people with eating disorders. You will work in a multidisciplinary setting with psychologists, nurses, dieticians, and CAMHS links, providing assessment, treatment plans, and education to staff and the public.

A core qualification and national registration are required, with experience in eating

Qualifications

• Core qualification and national registration with an interest in working with young people and families with eating disorders.
• Experience working with eating disorders is advantageous.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and liaise with CAMHS.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and diagnosis of eating disorders.
• Develop and implement treatment plans.
• Provide individual and group therapy.
• Work with families to support their child's recovery.
• Provide education and training to staff and the public.
• Liaise with generic community CAMHS.

Job description

In addition to the above, you will:

• Work alongside Psychiatrists, Psychologists, and other clinicians to provide a comprehensive range of treatment options
• Have the opportunity to train in a variety of therapeutic models, including the Maudsley Family Based Treatment
• Be part of a team that is committed to research and innovation in the field of eating disorders

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and diagnosis of eating disorders
• Develop and implement treatment plans
• Provide individual and group therapy
• Work with families to support their child's recovery
• Provide education and training to staff and the public
• Liaise with generic community CYPMHS.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with eating disorders?

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our East Cheshire 0-18 Eating Disorders Community Team. In this role, you will provide assessment, treatment, and support to children and young people with eating disorders. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including psychologists, nurses, and dieticians.

Make a real difference in the lives of young people who are struggling with eating disorders.

You will have the opportunity to work with a team of experts in the field, and you will be supported to develop your skills and knowledge.

You will also have significant links with generic community CAMHS, which will allow you to provide a wider range of services to young people and their families.

We are asking that you have a core qualification, national registration and a interest in working with young people and their families with Eating Disorders.

Previous experience of working with Eating Disorders is a major advantage.

About the Employer

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.

We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport.

Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.

Awards & Inclusivity Commitment

• As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.

Benefits

• All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you'll find something to suit you at CWP.