Job summary
Care
Plus Group (CPG) works in partnership with Navigo to deliver Neurodiversity
Services for people with Learning Disabilities and Autistic people within North
East Lincolnshire and across the Humber TCP.
These services aim to meet the unique needs of these populations through
the provision of various Assessment and Treatment, Intervention and Support
Pathways using a Psychology-led, Multi-Disciplinary, needs-led, person-centred
approach.
Please note that Care Plus Group are not
currently registered to sponsor applicants from outside the EU and EEA
Main duties of the job
Senior Specialist Occupational Therapist
Community Learning Disability Team
37.5 hours per week (Mon to Fri) - Part Time Hours considered
Salary Range 7 £43,906 - £50,112 per annum - Developmental post considered
We are seeking a highly
motivated and passionate Occupational therapist to join the therapy team at
Care Plus Group. The post will be based within the Community Learning
disabilities team and also provide support for the Learning disabilities day
service provision at Cromwell Road. These services aim to meet the unique needs
of these populations through the provision of various Assessment and Treatment,
Intervention and Support Pathways using a Psychology-led, Multi-Disciplinary,
needs-led, person-centred approach.
As the Lead Occupational
Therapists you will provide support to ensure people are able to live an
enriched life and be as independent as possible. They are a person-centred
service offering a wide variety of support such as accessing health promotion
groups, working on road safety, enable individuals to complete activities of
daily living more independently, improving mobility, supporting individuals to
meet goals around finances and relationships and ensuring individuals have
appropriate housing and this is adapted to meet their needs.
Working closely
with other team members, GP's, practice nurses, hospital staff and a wide range
of other professionals and agencies, with an aim of reducing inequalities for
the individuals that access the service.
About us
Care Plus Group is an employee owned Social Enterprise, established
in 2011 to deliver NHS community health and social care services and employ
over 800 people. A key feature of our organisation is the positive culture we
have developed which is based on valuing, trusting, engagement, and involvement
of our staff.
We consistently deliver high quality innovative services across NE
Lincolnshire, reflected in an ongoing above 95% customer satisfaction feedback.
Our services have received national recognition/commendations and Awards
including winning a national HSJ award in November 2021. We hold the
highest possible standard of ISO accreditation and are committed to reducing
our carbon footprint.
We offer excellent terms and conditions including
optional membership to a contributory pension scheme, Independent Provider
closed access to the NHS pension scheme, lease cars, a full induction programme
and an extensive range of CPD/development opportunities. We recognise
continuous service from partner Health and Care organisations for the purposes
of annual leave entitlement.
We are a supportive employer and operate in a way
which supports family friendly and flexible working. CPG is an equal opportunities employer,
committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults and expect the same
commitment from all staff and volunteers. As a Disability Confident employer,
we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description is attached as a separate
document with the person specification please refer to this for more
information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description is attached as a separate
document with the person specification please refer to this for more
information.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Able to effectively manage a complex caseload
- Ability to manage a team and allocate work appropriately
- Knowledge of the MCA and best interest procedures
- Ability to effectively deal with staffing issues
- Effective team member
- Proven leadership skills
- Highly developed interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy skills
- Ability to analyse complex information and problem solve
- Ability to present complex and sensitive information in both verbal and written format, appropriate to audience.
- Effective IT skills including use of M365 applications, including but not limited to Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word
- Accurate, concise record keeping
- Knowledge of wider issues within field of expertise, with ability to discuss and support team
- Self-reliant, autonomous practitioner
- Highly self-motivated
- Able to motivate others, including patients and team members
Desirable
- Experience of managing staff and other resources
- Relevant management courses
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC Registered
- Related Masters Degree or equivalent level of experience
Desirable
- Relevant accredited courses
- Clinical Supervisor accreditation
- Membership of RCOT
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-graduate experience in the relevant specialist area(s)
- In depth knowledge of research and policies relating to specialist area
- Demonstrates excellent clinical reasoning skills relating to working with complexity
- Well established knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools and of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the Specialist area
- Excellent organisational skills
- Experience of appraising others
- Experience of presentations to a range of audiences
- Clinical education of students, assistants or other staff
Desirable
- Experience of several specialist areas of work
Other
Essential
- Willingness to work flexibly
- Able to move and handle safely
- Able to maintain moderate physical effort
- Ability to transport self and equipment around the North East Lincolnshire area
- Ability to demonstrate commitment to Care Plus Group Core Values
Person Specification
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Able to effectively manage a complex caseload
- Ability to manage a team and allocate work appropriately
- Knowledge of the MCA and best interest procedures
- Ability to effectively deal with staffing issues
- Effective team member
- Proven leadership skills
- Highly developed interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy skills
- Ability to analyse complex information and problem solve
- Ability to present complex and sensitive information in both verbal and written format, appropriate to audience.
- Effective IT skills including use of M365 applications, including but not limited to Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word
- Accurate, concise record keeping
- Knowledge of wider issues within field of expertise, with ability to discuss and support team
- Self-reliant, autonomous practitioner
- Highly self-motivated
- Able to motivate others, including patients and team members
Desirable
- Experience of managing staff and other resources
- Relevant management courses
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC Registered
- Related Masters Degree or equivalent level of experience
Desirable
- Relevant accredited courses
- Clinical Supervisor accreditation
- Membership of RCOT
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-graduate experience in the relevant specialist area(s)
- In depth knowledge of research and policies relating to specialist area
- Demonstrates excellent clinical reasoning skills relating to working with complexity
- Well established knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools and of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the Specialist area
- Excellent organisational skills
- Experience of appraising others
- Experience of presentations to a range of audiences
- Clinical education of students, assistants or other staff
Desirable
- Experience of several specialist areas of work
Other
Essential
- Willingness to work flexibly
- Able to move and handle safely
- Able to maintain moderate physical effort
- Ability to transport self and equipment around the North East Lincolnshire area
- Ability to demonstrate commitment to Care Plus Group Core Values
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
