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An exciting opportunity has arisen within CAMHS for a Band 7 ADHD Nurse specialist to join our Neurodevelopmental Team, Pan Grampian CAMHS.
This post is a new addition to the team and the successful candidate will provide a specialist nursing role to the ADHD Team. Candidates are required to have extensive knowledge in child development, neurodevelopmental disorders, risk assessment and comorbid mental health conditions. The candidate would also be involved in the development and leadership of ADHD clinics which would include a non-medical prescribing role.
If you have a genuine interest in CAMHS then this is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic multidisciplinary team. Our CAMHS team is an inclusive, values based multi-disciplinary team including Nursing, Clinicians, Psychotherapy, Clinical and Applied Psychology, Play Therapy, Allied Health Professionals, Psychiatry, Admin, Business and Support staff. Our team ethos promotes patient-centred care, efficiency and a culture that values, enables and develops our staff.
Evidence of ongoing professional development is required as is being flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of the service. Dedicated time given for learning opportunities such as Essential to CAMHS training.
Tailored and supportive line management alongside one to one and multi-disciplinary supervision structures are in place to support professional reflection and growth.
There is an established dynamic monthly CPD programme and a local CAMHS training group driving forward staff and team development, including dedicated time for learning opportunities such as Essential to CAMHS Training. CAMHS is a smart work service and each member of staff are provided a laptop and have administration support in place.
We have undergone a service redesign which has formed an across the age range (0-18) service across the Grampian region, with geographically based teams (City, Shire and Moray) and a specialist CAMHS Hub. There are excellent opportunities for a wide range of clinical experience within CAMHS (1:1 work, family work, group work, specialist workstreams and consultation),
We are part of the North of Scotland regional CAMHS Tier 4 network and alongside out-patient work, we work closely alongside the regional Dudhope Young People’s In-patient Unit. We are a test of change / roll out site for several innovative national projects. As well as having strong regional and national links, CAMHS works collaboratively with our local partner agencies across Grampian to continue to develop and foster local Tier 1 and 2 community mental health and wellbeing supports for children, young people and their families.
Situated in the North East of Scotland, Moray is a great place to live and work. The area of Moray sits between the coast of the Moray Firth and the mountains of the Highlands and the Cairngorm National Park, with lots to see and do in the local area. The Moray coast is popular for its long expanses of natural beaches with picturesque fishing villages and frequent sightings of seals and dolphins along the shores. The nearby Cairngorms and the Lecht are a popular choice for those who enjoy skiing during the winter, and the River Spey and River Findhorn are popular fishing locations within the area. There are many local forest trails to explore, and a large variety of outdoor activities available nearby such as hill walking, horse riding, mountain biking, hiking, gliding and sailing, amongst many other available activities. Moray is also home to many golf courses, including Lossiemouth’s championship links course.
The town of Elgin is easily accessible by road and by train. Elgin lies 65 miles from Aberdeen and 37 miles from Inverness, providing access to local airports for travel across the UK, Europe and further afield. There are both public and private schools available in the area, and several local nurseries. Elgin is a popular destination for those who enjoy exploring history, with the ruins of Elgin Cathedral, Duffus Castle and several museums easily accessible within Elgin. There are also a selection of restaurants, a cinema, bowling, a swimming pool, shops and many other local facilities available within the Elgin area. Our state schools are excellent and there is ample access to private education if so desired. Grampian has strong academic traditions and our services have close links to the University of Aberdeen (with its internationally renowned Medical School and Dental School) and the Robert Gordon University.
Interviews will take place on Thursday 2nd of December 2021
Check out the beautiful site of Moray: https://youtu.be/jHFNBb3EVIQ
Informal discussion is welcomed. Please contact Mark Edmond, Nurse Manager, mark.edmond1@nhs.scot Tel: 01224 557938 /01224 550139 or Fiona Rennie, ADHD Nurse Specialist, fiona.rennie.3@nhs.scot Tel 01224 550139