Senior Occupational Therapist - HMP Bullingdon

Job summary

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding opportunity in forensic services?

We are recruiting for a Senior Occupational Therapist to join our multi-disciplinary team at HMP Bullingdon, a category B prison which operates as a local remand, and sentenced male establishment. The prison has an operational capacity of 1100 and takes prisoners predominantly from Oxford, Reading and Aylesbury Crown courts and the Magistrates courts in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire.

You'll undertake the role of Care Co-ordinator for an identified number of individuals on the caseload, some of whom may be on CPA with multiple and complex needs.

You'll oversee the provision of a range of graded therapeutic interventions to support Individuals in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure within the prison relating to their wellbeing and mental and physical health. You'll also be key in evaluating our OT service within the prison and leading on specialist interventions, working with both internal and external partners including healthcare providers, social care providers and probation services.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a difference to how we deliver OT services. We offer great opportunities for continued professional development and will support your learning journey at OHFT.

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

Main duties of the job

• Manage a varied and, at times, complex case load
• Undertake the role of Care Co-ordinator for an identified number of individuals on the caseload, some of whom may be on CPA with multiple and complex needs
• 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
• Provide leadership for junior/non-registered staff as appropriate to the post, through supervision and appraisal, delegating responsibilities as appropriate
• Participate in the planning, development and evaluation of the Occupational Therapy service within the prison, holding responsibility and taking a leading role for defined projects or specialist interventions
• Participate effectively as a full member of the multi-disciplinary team
• Contribute to the maintenance and development of the trust-wide Occupational Therapy service and local multi-disciplinary team.
• Actively participate in the education of occupational therapy students
• Pro-actively engaging in teaching/presentations of specialist skills both within the Trust and for continuing professional development events/activities

Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast 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"

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

HMP Bullingdon

Patrick Haugh Road

Bicester

OX25 1PZ

Employer's website

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

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Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

HMP Bullingdon

Patrick Haugh Road

Bicester

OX25 1PZ

Employer's website

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

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