Logo of Huzzle

Dietician

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You must be a registered Dietitian with CAMHS experience, skilled in treating eating disorders, family work, and teamwork, plus have strong communication skills and evidence of ongoing professional development.
  • You will provide therapeutic support and outreach for children with eating disorders, conduct assessments, offer individual and group therapy, and contribute to service development and supervision.

Requirements

  • Job Requirements:
  • Registered Dietitian with significant experience in a CAMHS setting or with children and young people.
  • Experience of working with clients with eating disorders.
  • Experience of working with families.
  • Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Evidence of continuing professional development.
  • Ability to manage a clinical caseload.
  • Flexibility in working hours.
  • Knowledge of evidence-based practice in the treatment of eating disorders.

Responsibilities

  • The post holder will be part of a growing team of clinicians with a special interest and expertise in working with children, and young people, who are presenting with eating disorders.
  • The Dietician will work partly within the intensive treatment community pathway.
  • This role will provide outreach into the young person’s home to and local wards to provide meal and more generalised therapeutic support.
  • The Dietitian will join the multidisciplinary team in the delivery of clinical assessment and provision of therapy to young people (0-18) and their families and/or carers within the Eating Disorder Service.
  • The role will include providing outreach work to patients who may find it hard to attend clinics and in-reach work into Tier 4 Services.
  • The Dietitian will provide specialist dietitian input.
  • With supervision and support the Dietitian will provide individual therapy to identified patients, as well as short term therapy (individual, family, groups) to patients presenting with sub-threshold disorders.
  • He /she will also contribute towards Multi Family Therapy Groups.
  • As a Dietitian you will have the opportunity to contribute to service development, audit, research and quality improvement projects.
  • You will also act as a Supervisor for student dietitian on specialist placement in CAMHS.

FAQs

What is the location of the job?

The position is based at Ealing CAMHS, 1 Armstrong Way, Southall UB2 4SA.

What qualifications are required for the Dietician position?

Applicants should be qualified Dieticians with relevant experience, preferably in a mental health or eating disorder setting.

What age group will the Dietician be working with?

The Dietician will work with young people aged 0-18 and their families or carers.

What type of treatments will the Dietician be involved in?

The Dietician will provide evidence-based clinical treatments, including individual therapy, short-term therapy for patients with sub-threshold disorders, and contribute to Multi Family Therapy Groups.

Is there a focus on community outreach in this role?

Yes, the Dietician will provide outreach support to young people in their homes and local wards, especially those who find it challenging to attend clinics.

Will there be opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the Dietician will have opportunities to contribute to service development, audit, research, quality improvement projects, and supervision of student dietitians.

Who can I contact for more information about the role?

You can contact Hayley Samson, Clinical Nurse Specialist, at hayley.samson1@nhs.net for further details or informal visits.

What kind of team will the Dietician be part of?

The Dietician will be part of a supportive and skilled multidisciplinary team (MDT) dedicated to improving outcomes for young people with eating disorders.

What are the working hours for this Dietician position?

Specific working hours are not mentioned in the job description; it is advisable to inquire directly with the contact person for clarification.

Is this position part of an expanding service?

Yes, the West London CAMHS Eating Disorder Service is well-established and currently expanding to meet the needs of young people in the community.

West London NHS Trust is one the most diverse providers of NHS mental and physical health care in the UK.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

West London NHS Trust provides mental health, community, and social care services across West London. The trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that supports mental well-being and physical health. Their purpose is to improve the lives of individuals and communities by offering comprehensive healthcare services, focusing on recovery and promoting mental health awareness. They aim to provide personalised care that respects the dignity and needs of each patient.