trainee

Northumbria University; South Shields; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Centre (SRH)

Libraries at hospital sites

Chaplaincy support

Care Co-ordinator for childcare

Job summary

Northumbria University partners with South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust to recruit a Trainee Systemic Family Practitioner for CYPMHS across Sunderland, South Tyneside or Gateshead.

The role delivers evidence-based psychological therapies to children and young people while training for the Post Graduate Diploma in Evidence Based Psychological Therapies (Systemic Family Practice) within 12 months.

Qualifications

• Experience in CYP mental health service delivery.
• Experience in assessment and treatment for children, young people and families.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and welfare promotion for children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Utilise universal and specialist CYPMHS knowledge in practice.
• Publish clear reports and correspondence with high standards.
• Engage vulnerable and underserved populations.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibly work in diverse environments.
• Operate under supervision to develop clinical skills.
• Conduct risk assessments within scope of practice.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Engagement with diverse populations

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

Professional qualification teaching/nursing/SW/AHP or counselling or psychological therapy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

The trainee will undertake and successfully complete training in the - Post Graduate Diploma in Evidence Based Psychological Therapy (Systemic Family Practice) at Northumbria University, within 12 months., Please see attached Job Description for full details For the post holder to work as a member of the Children and Young peoples mental Health Service (CYPMHS). For the post holder to be part of one of the localities of Sunderland South Tyneside or Gateshead. To be identified on appointment. For the post holder to work with children and young people and their families who have a range of mental health problem that can benefit from a systemic family intervention. The post holder will deliver this in a training capacity. For the post holder to use evidence-based interventions as per clinical training (Systemic Family Practice), and deliver training where appropriate. For the post holder to work with children and young people and families from different cultural backgrounds and underserved populations, using interpreters when necessary and be committed to providing equal opportunities. For the post holder to meet targets that are set within the service For the post holder to successfully undertake training on the Post Graduate Diploma in Evidence Based Psychological Therapies (Systemic Family Practice) course at Northumbria University and completed within 12 months.

Training and Experience

Successful applicant will gain experience of providing psychological therapies for children and young people using NICE recommended and evidence-based mental health treatments. As a trainee, they will also be expected to attend and complete Post Graduate Diploma in Systemic Family Practice, training programme at Northumbria University (Newcastle) and gain the skills and knowledge to enable them to deliver systemic interventions. The training course with the University commences in January 2027, therefore it is essential that the trainees will be available for employment January 2027., Trainees are eligible for training if they have not accessed an CYP-PT funded training programme within the last 2 years of qualifying Trainees will need to have a professional qualification teaching, nursing, SW, AHP. Counselling or within a psychological therapy. Experience of working in assessment and treatment to support the mental health needs of children, young people and their families. Experience of working within the community. Ability to engage vulnerable and underserved populations. Knowledge and experience of safeguarding and the promotion of welfare in children and young people. Knowledge of universal and specialist childrens mental health service provision. Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Proven time and caseload management skills. Ability to work flexibly in a variety of environments. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other associated IT packages. Proven organisational skills. Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Working Knowledge of universal and specialist childrens mental health service provision.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other associated IT packages.
• Proven organisational skills.
• Proven time and caseload management skills.
• Able to write clear reports and letters. Demonstrates a high standard in both written and oral communication.
• Ability to engage vulnerable and underserved populations.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work flexibly in a variety of environments.
• Ability to work under supervision and make good use of the supervisory process for personal and clinical development.
• Experience of and carried out risk assessments within scope of practice .
• Demonstrates an understanding of the need for evidence based psychological therapies.

Desirable

• Demonstrates a knowledge of child development and the links with childhood mental health., Willingness to Undertake and successfully complete Post Graduate Diploma in Evidence Based Psychological Therapy (Systemic Family Practice ) training at Northumbria University, within 12 months.
• Professional qualification teaching, nursing, SW,AHP. Counselling or within a psychological therapy.
• Trainees are eligible for training if they have not accessed an CYP-PT funded training programme within the last 2 years of qualifying.

Experience Essential

• Experience of working in a children and young peoples mental health service.
• Experience of offering assessments and treatments to children, young people and their families.
• Experience of working within the community or education setting.
• Knowledge and experience of safeguarding and the promotion of welfare in children and young people.

Physical Skills Essential

• Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
• Ability to manage own time and diary and to manage demands of both training course and work in service.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk is across the full duration of the working day.
• Ability to on occasion, move and handle objects in line with Trust guidelines using appropriate aids.
• Ability to work flexibly sometimes working additional or unsocial hours as necessary to meet the needs of the service and ensure a complete understanding is had in relation to care delivery.
• Standard keyboard skills

Service Details

In an exciting development, South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT) are seeking to recruit a Trainee Systemic Family Practitioner. Post holder will be supported to deliver evidence based psychological treatment to children and young people and their families in one of our established Children and Young Peoples Mental Health Services (CYPMHS) in Sunderland, South Tyneside or Gateshead.

Company Culture and Benefits

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups.

We cultivate a culture of fairness, respect and civility, and encourage a compassionate, caring and positive work environment. We are committed to research, innovation and tackling inequalities. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

Our Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area.

We also offer our staff outstanding benefits, including:

• Fitness Centre (SRH)
• libraries at both hospital sites
• chaplaincy support
• access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements

One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

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