Forensic Occupational Therapist - Milton Keynes

Oxford Health NHS Trust

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Job summary

Are you a motivated and enthusiastic practitioner, with a creative approach and desire to work in a developing and innovative team? Then, this could be the post for you.

You will use standardised Occupational Therapy assessments to identify needs, to plan and implement individualised Occupational Therapy interventions. Including, co-facilitation of Psycho-educational groups/sessions, contribute to robust risk assessments and devise occupational therapy formulations.

The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team at Marlborough House medium secure unit, an impatient unit providing assessment and therapeutic intervention and treatment for males, whom have been in contact with the criminal justice system.

This role includes RSU Allowance of £1,446 per annum on top of your salary.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for the planning and delivery of Occupational Therapy interventions, prioritizing clinical needs to provide an effective service.
To ensure timely assessments meeting service requirement.
As part of individual's identified treatment interventions, the OT will regularly liaise with outside services and agencies e.g., supported work projects, adult education.
To liaise closely with the Occupational Therapists to support transition of care to the community and/or other inpatient units.
Demonstrate and develop relational security skills for the purpose of robust risk assessment and management.
Provide supervision and support as required to other team members.
To support practice placement supervision of Occupational Therapy students, following appropriate training.

About us

You will be working in a team who is passionate about the care they provide. We strive to meet our Trust Values of Safe, Caring and Excellent.

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

Date posted

05 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year Plus RSU allowance £1,466 Per annum | Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-SS6066310-A

Job locations

Marlborough House Medium Secure Unit

Standing Way

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this role please review the job description and person specification attached to this advert.

We would recommend you come for a visit or have an informal discussion about this opportunity, so please contact us on the details below to make any arrangements.

See Job Description and Person Specification enclosed

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this role please review the job description and person specification attached to this advert.

We would recommend you come for a visit or have an informal discussion about this opportunity, so please contact us on the details below to make any arrangements.

See Job Description and Person Specification enclosed

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in an inpatient mental health setting

Desirable

Experience of working within mental health as a qualified OT
Experience of using formal assessment tools to inform their practice

Qualifications

Essential

Degree in OT

Desirable

Any OT specific training relevant to the area

Knowledge

Essential

Demonstrates an understanding of mental health in patient setting
Demonstrates an understanding of forensic mental health

Desirable

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of an appropriate OT model

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in an inpatient mental health setting

Desirable

Experience of working within mental health as a qualified OT
Experience of using formal assessment tools to inform their practice

Qualifications

Essential

Degree in OT

Desirable

Any OT specific training relevant to the area

Knowledge

Essential

Demonstrates an understanding of mental health in patient setting
Demonstrates an understanding of forensic mental health

Desirable

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of an appropriate OT model

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.