Specialist Grade in Recovery and Rehabilitation

About Us: Devon Partnership NHS Trust stands at the forefront of mental health and learning disability care, forging partnerships with health and social care providers to support recovery. This is a Specialist Psychiatrist in Recovery and Rehabilitation Service within the Southern Locality of the Adult Clinical Directorate The service is new and developing and has been created as part of the Community Mental Health Framework. Why Join Us: Making a Real Impact: Play a crucial role in developing this new service Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to minimize restrictions on patient treatment. Inclusive Working Environment: Experience a supportive and inclusive culture that values diversity and champions recovery, inclusion, and wellbeing. Opportunities for Growth: Construct a personal development plan with the support of your line manager. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy competitive annual leave entitlement and study leave opportunities. Embrace flexibility associated with this post., The post holder will be providing the senior medical leadership to Rehab and Recovery service which involve both community and inpatient service The post holder will be available 9-5 Monday to Friday. The post holder will be currently based at Estuary House, Newton Abbot as well as Cypress Hospital in Newton Abbot. The post holder will work within MDT and offer assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients being managed by the Recovery and Rehabilitation Service as well as other expert clinical services in support of patients and their families/carers as judged necessary., Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.,

• Interest in maintaining up to date clinical knowledge base.
• Commitment to involvement in on site programme of clinical governance.
Desirable
• Enthusiasm to contribute to research on site.
• Publications in peer reviewed journals.
• IT skills.
• Knowledge of evidence based practice, clinical audit and involvement of users and carers in service provision.
Practical Arrangements and PhysicalEssential
• Meets professional health requirements.
• Ability to be independently mobile across a geographical area in a timely manner including urgently and in accordance to service need.
Desirable
• Access to appropriate personal transport to fulfil the post., Shall meet the criteria set out in the Specialist grade generic capabilities framework found at the following link:
• https://www.nhsemployers.org/sites/default/files/2021-06/sas-paper-2-specialist-grade-generic-capabilities-framework-2021.pdf
  
  We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.,
• Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983.
• Good knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation including the MCA.
• Good knowledge of clinical risk management.
• Good knowledge of evidence based strategies for management of psychiatric disorder., MB BS or equivalent.
• GMC registration., Membership or Affiliateship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent.
• Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983., Minimum of 12 years medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of six years should have been in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted., Experience at senior level working in the field of Psychiatry.
• Experience of Home Treatment or equivalent.
• Delivering supervision of non-medical prescribers., Ability to communicate with clarity in spoken and written form.
• Flexible approach, keen to accept new challenges.
• Punctuality/good time management.
• Honesty and integrity.
• Well organised.
• Willingness and ability to support other professions in achieving their educational aims.
• Commitment to process of CPD.
• Ability to organise own learning/CPD.
  
  Our professional responsibility is to reduce the risk of infection to others as far as possible. Getting vaccinated against diseases that can be passed person-to-person in healthcare settings is part of this responsibility. The Trust will provide advice, guidance and support on vaccinations and access to vaccinations where requested., About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery. We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do