Health and Community Services

Following a significant redesign, and a new model of care which will support all children and young people to thrive, Jersey CAMHS we are looking to recruit two Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists to join our multi-disciplinary team. The successful applicants will join the existing consultant and funding is available to recruit a 4th consultant in 2023. This is an exciting time to join CAMHS with the launch of the service redesign and significant investment into the service

Situated just 40 minutes flying time from London with excellent transport links to Europe the small beautiful Island of Jersey enjoys great weather, sandy beaches surrounded by soaring cliffs and offers a healthy work-life balance. There are excellent opportunities for a wide range of outdoor activities including sailing, diving, kayaking and paddle boarding. Jersey has the ideal lifestyle and work environment. An exciting opportunity has arisen for the successful applicant to relocate to the Island.

The post holders will be expected to take on the full range of duties including the routine and emergency diagnosis and management of children and young people with significant mental health problems (up to the age of 18), the support of other team members and providing consultation and advice to other agencies. Successful applicants will be encourage to develop a special interest and take a clinical lead in one of the following areas:

• Eating Disorders
• Crisis Intervention
• Neurodevelopmental Disorders
• Transition

The service has expanded and continues to develop its service delivery to meet the needs of the community. As a senior clinician you will have opportunity to shape the service and influence child mental health more widely on the island.

Full travelling expenses are paid from a UK port of entry, with a generous relocation package available and the appointee may take advantage of Jersey taxation policies. The post attracts residential qualifications and Jersey has excellent affordable private education for children. Under Jersey Law, applicants must possess FULL registration with the General Medical Council and hold a licence to practise.

Please click the Apply button where you will be able to view the job description and further information about this post. There will also be a link to enable you to make an application using our online process. For information about living and working in Jersey please visit www.gov.je/Working/WorkingForTheStates/DoctorsJobs

The States of Jersey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (to include children) and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this position will work with vulnerable people, the selection process will involve safeguarding measures and include an enhanced DBS check.

If you would like to discuss the post informally or arrange a visit please contact:

Dr Catherine Keep
Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist & Clinical Lead
Phone: 01534 445 030 Email: c.keep@health.gov.je

or

Dr Darren Bowring
Associate Director for Children’s Mental Health and Wellbeing
Government of Jersey – Children, Young People, Education and Skills
Phone: 01534 445 030 Email: d.bowring@health.gov.je

Closing date: 11 September 2022.