Systemic Family Therapist

Job Description

We are currently seeking a qualified Systemic Family Therapist to join a specialist Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) team in Brighton. The service provides specialist inpatient care for young people aged 12-18 experiencing eating disorders.

You will deliver systemic family psychotherapy, working closely with young people, their families and the wider multidisciplinary team. You will also contribute to staff development, clinical consultations and service improvement.

Salary: Competitive annual salary
Position: Systemic Family Therapist
Hours: Full Time – 37.5 hours per week
Setting: Mental Health – Specialist CAMHS Eating Disorder Service
Location: Brighton, East Sussex

Your key responsibilities will be;

• Deliver specialist systemic interventions to young people and their families.
• Complete complex risk assessments and develop appropriate crisis plans.
• Contribute systemic perspectives to multidisciplinary risk management and care planning.
• Manage a complex caseload within a multidisciplinary team.
• Monitor clinical progress through regular reviews of systemic treatment.
• Facilitate groups, including carer support groups where appropriate.
• Provide staff training, consultation and reflective practice sessions.

For this role, we’re looking for someone who has;

• A Master’s or doctoral-level qualifying qualification in Systemic Psychotherapy, accredited by the AFT.
• Current registration with the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP).
• Experience working with adolescents and families in a CAMHS setting.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex mental health needs and high-risk behaviours.
• Knowledge of neurodevelopmental conditions and specialist psychological interventions.

What benefits are on offer?

• Competitive annual salary.
• Equivalent of 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Additional birthday leave and option to purchase annual leave.
• Career development and professional training opportunities.
• Employee rewards, discounts and wellbeing support.
• Blue Light Card access and life assurance.
• 24/7 GP service and pension contribution.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position.

What can Athona offer you?

• Experts in the sector offering a supportive and personalised service.
• Access to vacancies nationwide across NHS, charity, social enterprise and private sectors.
• Support throughout the recruitment process, including negotiations and onboarding.
• Assistance and guidance for overseas candidates.
• A supportive team focused on helping you develop your career.
• Continued support beyond your placement.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply above or contact Lewis on 01277 245909 or email permanent@athona.com to discuss the role further.