FAQs
What is the job title for the vacancy?
The job title is Band 7 Senior Art Therapist.
Where is the position located?
The position is located at Forest House Adolescent Unit.
How many hours per week is the job?
The job is part-time and requires 22.5 hours per week.
What kind of clients will the post holder work with?
The post holder will work with young people presenting with complex psychological and psychiatric presentations.
Will the post holder work independently or as part of a team?
The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner responsible for their own specialist caseload, while also being a member of the psychological therapies and wider multi-disciplinary team (MDT).
What is the focus of the role in relation to art therapy?
The role focuses on providing specialist arts psychotherapy assessment and treatment, promoting understanding and education of art therapy, and providing consultation regarding its delivery.
Will the post holder be involved in training others?
Yes, the post holder will promote understanding and education of art therapy through both formal and informal training when required.
Is there an opportunity for research and audits in this role?
Yes, the post holder will support and engage in research and audits for service improvement.
Who should I contact for further details or an informal visit?
For further details or informal visits, you can contact Dr. Meg Riddington, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, via email at meg.riddington1@nhs.net or by telephone at 01923 289940.
What are Dr. Meg Riddington's working days?
Dr. Meg Riddington's working days are Monday to Wednesday.
What values does Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust emphasize?
The Trust emphasizes values of being Welcoming, Kind, Positive, Respectful, and Professional.