We encourage applications from all with protected characteristics and from those in the Armed Forces Community. Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; any application submitted through the medium of Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications made in English.
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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board supports flexible working.
There is a temporary top-up for Bands 2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top-up to the living wage of £12.60 per hour (£24,638 per annum). This will be in place until the 2025/26 pay uplift is confirmed.
Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via internal redeployment.
Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Therapist to join the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Specialist Eating Disorders Service.
The service is looking to recruit a highly skilled individual to develop and deliver services addressing the complex physical, psychological, and psychosocial needs of clients and their families, ensuring high-quality service delivery in the region.
Main duties of the job
* Providing a qualified specialist systemic family therapy service to clients and their families.
* Consulting with staff of other disciplines on systemic aspects of casework and patient management plans.
* Evaluating and making decisions about treatment options considering various complex factors.
* Leading the development of Family Therapy within the service.
* Working as part of a multidisciplinary team and contributing to its activities and development.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally encouraged to apply.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation committed to caring. We provide an exceptional workplace where staff are trusted and valued. We offer opportunities for career growth, extensive training, flexible working, and a focus on work-life balance, including occupational health support and a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence.
Our Clinical Futures strategy aims to deliver care closer to home and ensure high-quality hospital care when needed. Join us to be part of innovative healthcare delivery for the future.
Knowledge
Essential criteria:
* Post Graduate Diploma in Systemic Family Therapy, aligned with AFT requirements.
Desirable criteria:
* Clinical supervisor qualification/training/accreditation or relevant experience.
Experience
Essential criteria:
* Experience in providing specialist systemic family therapy assessments and treatments across various care settings.
Desirable criteria:
* Ability to reflect critically on own performance and develop new methods of working.
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