Forensic Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist

Oxford Health NHS Trust

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Job summary

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist who is looking to make a difference to the lives of patients in a secure Forensic setting? If you are experienced working clinically in Forensics as a senior Occupational Therapist and are passionate about providing leadership, support, and developing your team this band 7 clinical lead post could be for you.

This position is based within our Oxford Clinic, comprising of three medium secure in-patient wards on the Littlemore Mental Health Centre site in Oxford.

This role is also eligible to receive RSU allowance of £1,446 per annum and a Financial Incentive payment of £3500

Main duties of the job

The post holder will have extensive mental health and forensic experience and be committed to providing clinical leadership, educational and management skills. You will work closely with and receive support from the Professional Lead OT to develop these skills. You will be responsible for promoting the role of Occupational Therapy within the multi-disciplinary team. You would be expected to have experience of using Occupational Therapy models of practice such as MOHO and be confident in providing support to staff to use this model to guide their clinical practice.

A passion for research and embedding learning into practice is required to ensure that the service continues to grow and benefit from the investment committed to staff training. The service puts a strong emphasis on having a positive learning culture and encourages staff to develop skills and knowledge to reach their full potential. As the Clinical Lead you will have responsibility for ensuring continuing staff and service development.

You will be responsible for overseeing and the delivery of Occupational Therapy to patients detained under the Mental Health Act across three Medium Secure Wards, making sure that resources are used efficiently and effectively to support patients in achieving their goals.

About us

We are a forward thinking and ambitious service who strive to continually improve the standard of Occupational Therapy we provide. We have a dynamic and supportive AHP leadership within Oxford Health providing excellent opportunities for networking and career development.

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

12 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

Depending on experience Per annum | Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-SS6204818

Job locations

Oxford Clinic, Littlemore Hospital

Sandford Road, Littlemore

Oxford

OX4 4XN


Job description

Job responsibilities

On a day to day basis you will be responsible for managing a close knit team of four Occupational Therapists three Occupational Therapy Assistants and two Physical Fitness practitioners, and you will input into the ward weekly Senior Management team. meetings. In collaboration with the existing two Clinical leads you will work with the Professional Lead OT to help shape and develop the countywide Forensic Occupational Therapy service in line with the Trusts strategic vision AHP vision.

The job is challenging but extremely rewarding and we are proud of the service we provide.

We would love to hear from applicants who are interested in joining our fabulous team.

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

Feel free to contact us on the details below if you would like to discuss this role further or arrange an informal visit.

**Please note this role is pending evaluation**

Job description

Job responsibilities

On a day to day basis you will be responsible for managing a close knit team of four Occupational Therapists three Occupational Therapy Assistants and two Physical Fitness practitioners, and you will input into the ward weekly Senior Management team. meetings. In collaboration with the existing two Clinical leads you will work with the Professional Lead OT to help shape and develop the countywide Forensic Occupational Therapy service in line with the Trusts strategic vision AHP vision.

The job is challenging but extremely rewarding and we are proud of the service we provide.

We would love to hear from applicants who are interested in joining our fabulous team.

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

Feel free to contact us on the details below if you would like to discuss this role further or arrange an informal visit.

**Please note this role is pending evaluation**

Person Specification

Essential & Deirable

Essential

  • Experience of working as a registered OT in Mental Health Services
  • Experience of holding a complex caseload within a forensic service

Desirable

  • Specialist training in Occupational Therapy Models
  • Experience of conducting audits
  • Experience of conducting research in a clinical field

Essential

Essential

  • BSC or Dip COT in Occupational Therapy

Essential

Desirable

  • Experience of leadership development
Person Specification

Essential & Deirable

Essential

  • Experience of working as a registered OT in Mental Health Services
  • Experience of holding a complex caseload within a forensic service

Desirable

  • Specialist training in Occupational Therapy Models
  • Experience of conducting audits
  • Experience of conducting research in a clinical field

Essential

Essential

  • BSC or Dip COT in Occupational Therapy

Essential

Desirable

  • Experience of leadership development

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Oxford Clinic, Littlemore Hospital

Sandford Road, Littlemore

Oxford

OX4 4XN


Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Oxford Clinic, Littlemore Hospital

Sandford Road, Littlemore

Oxford

OX4 4XN


Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Professional Lead Occupational Therapist

Heather Reed

Heather.Reed@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk

07552860560

Date posted

12 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

Depending on experience Per annum | Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-SS6204818

Job locations

Oxford Clinic, Littlemore Hospital

Sandford Road, Littlemore

Oxford

OX4 4XN


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