Neuro Rehab Times

Consultant Psychiatrist Location: York Salary: £109,179 - £125,637 - Pro Rata (DOE) Hours: 21 Hours per week Why join us? Brainkind is a charity dedicated to improving the lives of people with brain injuries in the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units, and hospitals utilize expert neurorehabilitation to support individuals in regaining lost skills. We treat a range of brain injuries caused by trauma, illness, substance abuse, and more, helping patients recover and meet personal goals. Our employees are passionate about their work, fostering a strong team spirit and supportive colleagues. MAIN PURPOSE: To lead and develop specialist psychiatry services within Brainkind Hospitals, operating within a recovery model that emphasizes learning new strategies and coping mechanisms for those with acquired brain injuries and related conditions. The service adopts a holistic, bio-psycho-social approach, integrating medical and social models of care. The Consultant Psychiatrist will lead during the stabilization phase, managing polypharmacy, unstable presentations, and fragmented social support networks, making them more manageable and beneficial for patients. They will provide strategic leadership within the multidisciplinary team, applying the neurobehavioral model to patients with acquired brain injuries. To serve as a professional role model and support the clinical leadership team in achieving Brainkind's objectives. MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead neuropsychiatry services and act as Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act. Hold clinical responsibility for patients in the hospital and conduct regular psychiatric reviews, collaborating with other disciplines for comprehensive care. Provide expert psychiatric advice regarding service provision and clinical delivery. Lead the clinical team, addressing performance issues and liaising with management to meet national standards. Maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders and develop collaborations within and outside the hospital. Ensure practices reflect equality and diversity principles. Deliver high-quality, evidence-based interventions as part of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring safe and effective psychiatric treatment within a neurobehavioral framework. Oversee weekly clinical team meetings and case management, including supervising assessments and multidisciplinary inputs. Coordinate with external professionals, organizations, families, and patients. Manage pre-admission assessments for out-of-area patients when required. Participate in a non-residential on-call rota, including York Hospital. Provide clinical consultancy and guidance to other psychiatrists and staff. Hold Section 12 approval under the Mental Health Act 1983 (2007). ABOUT YOU: MB BS or equivalent medical qualification. Registered with the GMC with a license to practice. In good standing with no warnings or conditions on practice. Higher degree in medical education, research, or management preferred. MRCPsych qualification. Approved Clinician status and S12 approval. Excellent clinical skills with a bio-psycho-social perspective and broad medical knowledge. Decision-making based on evidence and collaborative input. Ability to meet duties under MHA and MCA. Experience in clinical audit and quality improvement. Commitment to shared leadership and collaborative working. REWARDS: Enjoy excellent benefits, including discounts, a competitive salary, 38 days annual leave (pro rata), buy/sell leave options, health and wellbeing support, training, pension, and recognition awards. We prioritize employee wellbeing and career development, providing necessary training and learning opportunities. To join our friendly team, click the Apply Now button. Note: We will shortlist and interview candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled. We recommend applying promptly. All successful candidates will undergo compliance checks, including references and DBS/PVG checks. Brainkind is a Disability Confident Employer committed to diversity and inclusion, offering equitable employment policies and staff engagement forums.

Come and join one of the UK's largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone. At Active Care Group, we believe that recovery is more than just a physical process-it's about rediscovering the passions that define us. Take Andrew, for example. After an Acute Ischaemic Stroke in March 2023, his future as an artist and tutor seemed uncertain. But through the compassionate care and support he received at Blackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre, Andrew not only regained his strength but also reignited his love for art, even holding an exhibition on the ward. His journey culminated in ringing the Recovery Bell, symbolising his triumph over adversity. Join Us in Making a Difference If you're passionate about helping individuals like Andrew reclaim their lives and identities, we invite you to join our team. At Active Care Group, we empower our therapists to deliver patient-centred, innovative care. Your expertise and ideas are not just welcomed-they're vital to helping our patients succeed. Why Work With Us? Greater Autonomy and Flexibility: Say goodbye to the frustrations of bureaucracy. We empower our therapists to make swift, effective decisions that enhance patient care. Specialised Neurorehabilitation Experience: Work in our renowned Blackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit, where you'll have the opportunity to support patients with a wide range of complex conditions. Supportive, Multidisciplinary Team: Join a collaborative MDT that delivers high-quality, holistic care, prioritising the needs and rights of our patients. Professional Growth and Development: Access specialised training programmes, including postgraduate opportunities, to advance your skills in neurorehabilitation and beyond. If you are committed to delivering high-quality care and want to be part of a team that truly makes a difference, we encourage you to apply today . What you'll be working: Our standard working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. However, we understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible. What you'll be doing: Develop, carry out, and generalise safe, innovative, evidence-based treatments, underpinned by the principles of neuroplasticity and motor re-learning. Plan and prioritise a complex clinical caseload. Assist the MDT in diagnosis, problem formulation and planning of rehabilitation programmes. Function as a Key Worker/Named Therapist to ensure active coordination and management of the therapeutic programme to achieve the agreed rehabilitation goals. Play a key role in planning safe discharges. Prescribe and provide equipment for our patients during their rehabilitation journey. Provide intervention as part of an MDT approach and be involved in MDT service developments. Maintain records and clinical notes in line with company policy and RCOT guidelines. Ensure effective and timely communication at all levels (with patients, families, the MDT and external agencies). Contribute to the in-service education and training programme for the wider MDT. Supervise junior staff including assistants and students. Keep people safe from harm and protect their human rights. What you'll have: HCPC registration RCOT registration Previous experience of working in a neurorehabilitation setting Ability to motivate patients over long periods Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check. We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident committed employer. What to look forward to: Free lunch when on duty 25 days plus bank holidays Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e-learning and face-to-face training and development opportunities Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials - like going to the dentist or opticians We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group.