Family Therapist – Eating Disorder

Job information

  • Location: Bristol, Bristol City
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Psychiatry
  • Working arrangement: none
  • Salary: £35 - 45 per hour
  • Published: February 5, 2025
Job reference: Family Therapist

Locum Family Therapist – Specialist Eating Disorder Unit, Bristol

We are seeking an experienced Locum Family Therapist to join our dedicated team in a small specialist Eating Disorder Unit based in an elegant 18th-century country residence set within stunning parkland, conveniently located close to the centre of Bristol.

About the Role

This is a part-time locum role for three days per week (with potential to extend to four days), providing vital clinical support to individuals and families affected by eating disorders. You will be an integral part of our multidisciplinary team (MDT), primarily delivering family therapy sessions and attending key MDT meetings.

  • Contract Type: Locum (initially 3 days per week, may extend to 4 days)

  • Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm

  • Start Date: ASAP

  • Rate: Negotiable, dependent on experience

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide systemic family therapy to individuals and families within the inpatient unit

  • Conduct 1:1, family, and group therapy sessions

  • Participate in MDT meetings, contributing to patient care planning

  • Work collaboratively with other professionals to ensure holistic, patient-centred care

  • Support both inpatient and outpatient services as required

Essential Requirements

  • Qualified Systemic Family Psychotherapist, registered with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) via the College of Family, Couple, and Systemic Therapy

  • Educated to MSc level in Family Therapy

  • Experience working in both inpatient and outpatient mental health services

  • Skilled in delivering 1:1, family, and group therapy

  • Ability to work effectively within an MDT setting

Why Join Us?

  • Work in a beautiful and tranquil environment with a highly supportive team

  • Make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families affected by eating disorders

  • Competitive rate, with flexibility based on experience

If you are a dedicated and compassionate Family Therapist looking for an opportunity to work in a specialist setting, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV and availability to hchapman@hg-mh.com

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