Job summary
Due to an internal promotion we are able to offer an opportunity to join our dynamic and supportive team of Occupational Therapists working at the Oxford Clinic on the Littlemore Hospital site, and make a real difference to our patient's recovery journey.Are you an enthusiastic and motivated individual seeking a rewarding opportunity to develop your career as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist? Join us in our medium secure forensic service on a permanent contract and help us to meet the challenge of supporting individuals needing help to reintegrate into a community setting. You will work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team contributing to risk assessments and use these to keep patients and staff safe. You will carry out MOHO assessments and use this model to formulate an evidence based treatment plan for your designated caseload which you will evaluate using TOMS and the MOHOST.
This role includes an RSU Allowance of £1,446 per annum.
Main duties of the job
- Managing a varied and complex caseload.
- Providing evidence-based and client-centred occupational therapy Interventions.Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating Occupational Therapy interventions using the Model of Human Occupation and TOMS.
- Involving patients in the co-production of their own care plans and in the development and evaluation of OT Treatment Interventions.
- Recording treatment progress and CPA reports on RIO
- Providing leadership for junior/non-registered staff and students through supervision and appraisal.
- Participating in the planning, development, and evaluation of the Occupational Therapy service.
- Being a key member of the multi-disciplinary team.
- Contributing to the maintenance and development of the trust-wide Occupational Therapy service.
- Actively participating in the education of Occupational Therapy students
- Engaging in teaching/presentations of specialist skills for professional development.
- Helping the OT service to become more sustainable.
This role offers a dynamic and challenging environment where you can showcase your skills and expertise in Occupational Therapy. Your contributions will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to individuals within the medium secure forensic service.
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles.
Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.
As a Trust we provide 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"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
Excellent opportunities for career progression
Individual and Trust wide learning and development
27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
NHS Discount
Pension scheme
Lease car scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Mental Health First Aiders
Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
Staff networking and support groups
Job description
Job responsibilities
The position will be based at The Oxford Clinic on the Littlemore Hospital site in Oxford, a 32 bedded male medium secure forensic unit. The unit is comprised of 2 wards, an acute assessment ward and a rehabilitation-focused ward.
We are an innovative service, continually developing and strengthening our Occupational Therapy provision based on the Model of Human Occupation. Staff are expected to undertake in house training in trauma informed care. There is also the opportunity to undertake external Sensory Integration training. We provide patients with vocational opportunities on the wards and in the community and have strong links with the Forensic Recovery College.For further information about this role please review the job description and person specification attached to this advert.If you are ready to take on this important role, contribute to the development of the Occupational Therapy service, and engage in educational initiatives, we invite you to apply.This is your opportunity to be part of a dedicated team that is committed to making a positive impact in the field of Occupational Therapy.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The position will be based at The Oxford Clinic on the Littlemore Hospital site in Oxford, a 32 bedded male medium secure forensic unit. The unit is comprised of 2 wards, an acute assessment ward and a rehabilitation-focused ward.
We are an innovative service, continually developing and strengthening our Occupational Therapy provision based on the Model of Human Occupation. Staff are expected to undertake in house training in trauma informed care. There is also the opportunity to undertake external Sensory Integration training. We provide patients with vocational opportunities on the wards and in the community and have strong links with the Forensic Recovery College.For further information about this role please review the job description and person specification attached to this advert.If you are ready to take on this important role, contribute to the development of the Occupational Therapy service, and engage in educational initiatives, we invite you to apply.This is your opportunity to be part of a dedicated team that is committed to making a positive impact in the field of Occupational Therapy.
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional registration with the Health Professions Council
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
Desirable
- Additional training in Mental Health
Experience
Essential
- Experience working as a qualified O.T, preferably in mental health.
- Experience of caseload management/complex conditions & cases
Desirable
- Experience of working in Forensics
- Experience of using MOHO and/or TOMS
Skills
Essential
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with patients, carers & colleagues.
- IT skills
Desirable
- Supervisory skills
- Leadership skills
Management
Essential
- Time management for workload
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional registration with the Health Professions Council
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
Desirable
- Additional training in Mental Health
Experience
Essential
- Experience working as a qualified O.T, preferably in mental health.
- Experience of caseload management/complex conditions & cases
Desirable
- Experience of working in Forensics
- Experience of using MOHO and/or TOMS
Skills
Essential
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with patients, carers & colleagues.
- IT skills
Desirable
- Supervisory skills
- Leadership skills
Management
Essential
- Time management for workload
Desirable
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
