Occupational Therapist - Forensic Services
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Job summary
Please note this Job Description/Vacancy is subject to Job Evaluation/Banding.
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated full time Band 5 Occupational Therapist, to work part time hours within our low secure forensic service.
The position will be based at Lambourn House,within the Littlemore Mental Health Centre site, Oxford. Lambournis a 15-bedded, male and female, open forensic pre-discharge unit.
The post provides a unique opportunity in supporting patients to return to living in the community and developing positive links and structure.
This role includes RSU Allowance of £1,446 per annum on top of your salary.
Main duties of the job
To manage a defined caseload.
To provide Occupational Therapy that is evidence based and follows client centred principles. This will include assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating the outcome of interventions and documenting all stages of the process.
Interventions may be carried out in hospital, community settings or during home visits.
To develop skills and knowledge through participation in the Preceptorship Programme and other post-graduate opportunities.
To participate effectively as a full member of the multidisciplinary team. To contribute to the education of occupational therapy student
About us
We are an innovative service, developing and strengthening our provision to include a wide spectrum of interventions including sensory assessments, vocational opportunities, links with the Recovery College, and more.
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Details
Date posted
12 September 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£28,407 to £34,581 a year Per annum, pro rata. Plus RSU allowance £1,466 per annum.
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
267-SS5627096
Job locations
Lambourn House, Littlemore Mental Health Centre
Sandford Road
Oxford
OX4 4XN
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
Lambourn House, Littlemore Mental Health Centre
Sandford Road
Oxford
OX4 4XN
Employer's website
https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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