Specialist Dr in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - Poole CAMHS

Job overview

Are you a Specialist Doctor who is enthusiastic and committed? We have an opportunity to recruit a Specialist Doctor in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry to work 8 PA per week in Poole CAMHS based in Shaftesbury Road.

As a Specialist Doctor you will lead a multidisciplinary team, alongside a Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Service Manager and a Team Leader. The clinical aspects of the post arise from an overall role to lead the team in the provision of effective assessment and treatment services for patients aged up to 18 years. The role includes a focus on supporting improvements in the process of transition to the adult mental health services as and when appropriate.

You will be expected to work as part of an outreach focused multi-disciplinary mental health team and work jointly and flexibly with colleagues from Social Services, Education, and health colleagues in other Trusts. You will take part in case conferences and reviews as required by the clients’ clinical needs and the Trusts operational policies. As a senior professional, your role will naturally include activities supporting both direct clinical contacts, and service delivery.

It is essential that you will be expected to maintain Section 12 (2) and be an Approved Clinician.

Do you have a friend or family member you would recommend to join us? If the person you refer is appointed by the Trust and completes their probationary period you will receive £500 reward payment for the introduction!

Main duties of the job

Everyday you’ll have the opportunity to make a long-lasting difference and the privilege of working with young people in the local community. You’ll encounter stimulating challenges and endless rewards; opportunities to create change and transform lives; teams fuelled by collaboration; and a culture that fosters innovation and values a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Alongside our great career development and commitment to flexible working, we can offer:

Relocation: we can provide a generous relocation package of up to £10,000 if you are interested in moving to our beautiful county

Recruitment and Retention: a payment of £10,000 to be paid in monthly instalments for the first year of employment.

We welcome discussions or informal visits to meet the team and see what the role entails. We are committed to enabling flexible or part time working and also welcome a discussion on how this could be achieved for you. If you are interested, please email Dr Anu Devanga, CAMHS Lead Consultant - [email protected] to arrange.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification.  When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.