Join Our Team as a Family Therapist - Make a Difference in Mental Health Care!
Location: Bristol
Salary: Up to £52,000
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Permanent - Full Time
Are you an experienced Family Therapist looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families?
Are you passionate about providing high-quality care and working alongside a dynamic, multidisciplinary team? If you're eager to grow professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance, this could be the perfect role for you!
We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Systemic Family Psychotherapist to join our Eating Disorder Inpatient Service and Outpatient Therapy Service. In this role, you will help lead therapeutic care, deliver systemic family therapy, and work alongside a dedicated team of professionals to ensure the highest standards of care for our patients.
Why You'll Love This Role:
* Varied & Impactful Work: You'll provide systemic family therapy to both inpatient and outpatient services, supporting patients and their families on their recovery journey and making a real difference in their lives.
* Collaborative Team: Work in an integrated, multidisciplinary environment where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will shape holistic care plans.
* Professional Growth & Development: Access continuous clinical supervision, training, and career development opportunities. This is a great opportunity to develop as a Therapy Lead and play a vital role in shaping therapy services.
* Work-Life Balance: Enjoy full-time hours with the flexibility to balance your professional and personal life in a supportive, caring environment.
What You'll Be Doing:
* Specialist Therapy: Deliver systemic family therapy assessments and interventions for patients within our Eating Disorder Unit and Outpatient Therapy Service.
* Care Planning & Collaboration: Participate in care planning, assessments, and ward rounds. Contribute to MDT (Multidisciplinary Team) discussions, ensuring that treatment plans are aligned with patients' holistic needs.
* Therapeutic Support: Lead psycho-educational sessions, run parent support groups, and offer tailored advice on the psychological care of patients and their families.
* Leadership Role: Help guide and develop staff within the therapeutic team by offering systemic consultations and facilitating reflective practice groups. Your leadership will help shape the team's approach to systemic thinking and evidence-based care.
* Outpatient Service: Provide therapy sessions within our Day Care Therapy Service, offering ongoing support to patients after their inpatient care, ensuring continuity of care for those who need it most.
What We're Looking For:
* Qualifications:
* Systemic Family Psychotherapist registered with the UKCP (via the College of Family, Couple, and Systemic Therapy).
* MSc in Family Therapies (or equivalent).
* Experience:
* Proven experience in 1:1 therapy, family therapy, and group work.
* Experience in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings is ideal.
* Experience working with Eating Disorders is desirable, but not essential.
* Strong understanding of risk assessment and management within clinical settings.
* Key Skills:
* Excellent communication and consultation skills.
* Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a collaborative team.
* Passion for working with individuals and families to provide holistic, evidence-based care.
Why Join Us?
* Leadership Opportunity: As part of the team, you'll have the chance to grow into a Therapy Lead role, contributing to the development and enhancement of therapy services across the organization.
* Comprehensive Support: Receive regular clinical supervision and access to training, development, and career progression opportunities.
* Stunning Location: Work in a beautiful setting in Bristol, with easy access to transport links and the vibrant city centre.
* Great Work-Life Balance: Full-time hours with a flexible, supportive environment designed to ensure your personal well-being.
If you are passionate about family therapy, eager to make a difference in the lives of patients, and ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a team that values growth, collaboration, and making a real impact