Psychologist at the Eating Disorders Unit Tornet (2 positions)

REGION DALARNA · Full-time

Box 712, Falun, Sweden

At Region Dalarna, you will find meaningful work where you can make a difference. Together we work toward a sustainable Dalarna with development opportunities in all parts of the region. About the Unit The Eating Disorders Unit Tornet is a regional specialist unit within child and adolescent psychiatry in Dalarna for children and young people up to 18 years old. We assess and treat eating disorders and provide care and treatment to children and young people with eating disorder issues. Responsibilities At Tornet, professionals including psychologists, nurses, social workers, family therapists, dietitians, and doctors work together in a multidisciplinary team with diverse expertise to best help patients. We place great emphasis on good care practices and designing treatment according to the patient's needs. Treatment interventions can be offered individually or in groups, with a clear focus on child and family perspectives with the child/young person at the center of care. In addition to providing treatment, support, and assistance to individuals affected by eating disorders, we also offer support to relatives and provide knowledge and information to those who encounter patients with eating disorders in their work. You will meet patients both individually and in groups for treatment and assessments. Qualifications Requirements Licensed psychologist Experience in health and medical care Experience in psychiatric care and treatment Meriting Experience working with people in crisis, particularly with eating disorder issues Experience in eating disorder care Psychotherapeutic competence Personal Qualities You should have strong collaboration skills and be able to cooperate with other professionals, both internally and externally. We value a strong interest in knowledge and methodology development. Great weight will be placed on your personal suitability. Application If you have protected personal information, you should not apply through the system but should contact the recruiting manager directly. We take internal references from current and former employees of Region Dalarna. On Applying for a Job with Us - Region Dalarna, you can read more about Region Dalarna as an employer, our values, work environment, benefits, and what background checks are conducted before employment. This position involves direct and regular contact with children and/or young people. Before an employment offer can be made, you as an applicant must provide an extract from the Police's criminal record via a digital register extract or in an unopened envelope according to law 2013:852 or 2000:873. More information is available here: Criminal Records Register - Request Extract (polisen.se). We have done our due diligence and decline contact from sales and recruitment companies. Contact Information Union Contact Information Labor Union - Region Dalarna