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This is a newly created role from the transformation monies

The successful candidate will hold a caseload of clients with a diagnosed eating disorder. They will provide Care Co-Ordination for those clients with the most complex difficulties. They will work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team and contribute to the development of therapeutic services within the Warrington and Halton and Trafford Eating Disorders Service. The post holder will take part in the ED Clinical Network and be a key contributor to the continued evolution of our care pathways and team working.

Working in the Community Eating Disorders Team is an excellent environment. It has a good mix of staff, whose different skills and personalities are respected and valued. We adopt a pragmatic and open-minded approach to working with clients, drawing from formal training, supervision, team discussion and personal experience to try to give the patients the best outcomes we can. Working in Eating Disorders can be challenging as clients are often very stuck in their illnesses, but they are also capable of dramatic and full recoveries, which is a very rewarding thing to see. Go on - Work in Eating Disorders!

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will undertake assessments , signposting and evidence based psychological therapy to clients with an eating disorder.

About us

CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care - including the provision of three GP surgeries.

Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.

We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.

CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.

To support this, we offer up to three weeks induction, dependent on role, with our Prepare to Care programme for all new starters. This aims to give you all the knowledge and guidance to help you grow and flourish with CWP.

We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description for full details.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a Values Based Interview/Assessment ,which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. The supporting information section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/completing-application-guidance. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

CWP is proud to be an accredited Veteran Aware organisation helping to provide and share best practice in NHS care for our armed forces community. As a veteran aware organisation, CWP is committed to delivering on the principles of the Armed Force Covenant and has a Silver award with the MOD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (DERS).

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment.You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of �13 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional qualification (e.g. Nursing, Occupational therapy, Counselling)
• Registration (with NMC,HPC , or Accreditation with BACP)
• Additional post qualification study in a specific psychotherapeutic approach e.g. Post Qualification Framework Module or Post Graduate Certificate or willingness to work towards this qualification

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Knowledge of NICE Guidelines and other guidance /policy documents influencing Eating Disorder Service Delivery

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in Mental Health post qualification /accreditation
• Ability to carry and maintain own caseload

Desirable

• Experience of working with people with Eating Disorders
• Experience of delivering 1:1 Psychological interventions

Employer details

Employer name

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Gateway

Sankey Street

Warrington

WA1 1SR

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