Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Telford and Wrekin Community Mental Health Services for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist.This post includes a 12-month preceptorship programme designed to support your development into aBand 6 role.
As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for conducting occupational therapy assessments to identify care needs, contributing to the formulation of individualised care plans, and delivering evidence-based interventions aligned with the person's goals. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, you will provide therapeutic input to support individuals in achieving their agreed outcomes.
You will also play an active role in coordinating and/or participating in the review of progress, using recognised outcome measures and ensuring the involvement of service users and their identified carers throughout the clinical pathway.
You will manage a developing caseload of increasing complexity, undertaking specialist assessments, care planning, and delivering non-pharmacological, evidence-based occupational therapy interventions. You will contribute to quality assurance through auditing and monitoring practices, while also completing risk assessments and promoting positive risk-taking to enhance independence and quality of life.
Main duties of the job
- You will take responsibility for the management of a caseload which will increase in complexity as you develop. This includes specialist assessment (within service specification), care planning in conjunction with service user and carer, evaluation of individual treatment plans (Eligible for care and Patient Knows Best).
- You will be responsible for participating in the setting of quality standards, including the auditing, monitoring and reviewing of practice in line with current clinical guidance practice and policy.
- You will assess patient's individual care needs, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care.
- You will deliver a range of non-pharmacological interventions following specific occupational therapy assessments to enable understanding of any expression of an unmet need and to maximise an individual's abilities.
- You will complete and contribute, where appropriate to robust risk assessments and risk management plans. Deliver and promote positive risk taking, where appropriate, to improve quality of life and maximise occupational performance/independence.
- You will maintain an effective reporting system by observing and reporting verbally and in writing on patient conditions.
- You will utilise agreed outcome measures to review the effectiveness of interventions, as part of the care planning and evaluation process.
- You will support in the provision of formal and informal training of pre/post registration students, staff members, carers and service users.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role includes participation in a duty rota/shift coordination system to ensure consistent service delivery across operational hours
Your role includes maintaining accurate clinical records, using outcome measures to evaluate interventions, and supporting the training of students, staff, carers, and service users. You will actively participate in service development, uphold clinical governance standards, and ensure care aligns with national and local guidelines. Maintaining professional competence and adhering to best practice frameworks will be essential throughout your role.
For further information relating to this role please see the attached job description and job specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role includes participation in a duty rota/shift coordination system to ensure consistent service delivery across operational hours
Your role includes maintaining accurate clinical records, using outcome measures to evaluate interventions, and supporting the training of students, staff, carers, and service users. You will actively participate in service development, uphold clinical governance standards, and ensure care aligns with national and local guidelines. Maintaining professional competence and adhering to best practice frameworks will be essential throughout your role.
For further information relating to this role please see the attached job description and job specification.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Dip COT or Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Health And Care Professions Council Registered Occupational Therapist
- Member of RCOT
- CPD Folder evidence of ongoing learning/development
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience of formulating assessments, planning, co-ordinating and supporting individuals experiencing difficulties
- Experience of leading/contributing to PKB/care plans
- Experience of integrating care delivery across multi-disciplinary /multi-agency teams
Desirable
- Experience of working in community setting and making decisions autonomously
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
Essential
- Knowledge of the RCOT Mental Health Strategy
- Demonstrate understanding of Equality and Anti-discriminatory practice
- Knowledge and experience of occupational therapy models, interventions, specialist assessments and outcome measures
Desirable
- Range of specialist assessments and interventions to support occupational performance (e.g. ALLENS, Sensory Assessment/Sensory Integration, VdT MOCA, MOHOST, TFL's, OT Ax)
- Knowledge of the wide range of statutory independent and third sector service provision for adults with mental ill health
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Team player, integrity, negotiation skills, good time management/organisation skills
- Commitment and a positive attitude to client group
- Exemplary personal standards of conduct and behaviour
Desirable
- Ability to deliver difficult messages in a sensitive manner
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Dip COT or Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Health And Care Professions Council Registered Occupational Therapist
- Member of RCOT
- CPD Folder evidence of ongoing learning/development
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience of formulating assessments, planning, co-ordinating and supporting individuals experiencing difficulties
- Experience of leading/contributing to PKB/care plans
- Experience of integrating care delivery across multi-disciplinary /multi-agency teams
Desirable
- Experience of working in community setting and making decisions autonomously
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
Essential
- Knowledge of the RCOT Mental Health Strategy
- Demonstrate understanding of Equality and Anti-discriminatory practice
- Knowledge and experience of occupational therapy models, interventions, specialist assessments and outcome measures
Desirable
- Range of specialist assessments and interventions to support occupational performance (e.g. ALLENS, Sensory Assessment/Sensory Integration, VdT MOCA, MOHOST, TFL's, OT Ax)
- Knowledge of the wide range of statutory independent and third sector service provision for adults with mental ill health
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Team player, integrity, negotiation skills, good time management/organisation skills
- Commitment and a positive attitude to client group
- Exemplary personal standards of conduct and behaviour
Desirable
- Ability to deliver difficult messages in a sensitive manner
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Telford and Wrekin Community mental Health Service
Fuller House, Hall Court, Hall Park Way
Telford
TF34NF
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
