Job summary
The Learning Disabilities team within the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin has a wonderful opportunity for an Allied Health Profession Assistant
In the role you will engage young people and their carers in co-produced/planned therapy programmes and encourage them in a compassionate manner, towards achieving their identified goals and to promote independence and well-being through a client centred approach.
You will use clinical judgement to support the implementation of the intervention packages with consultation from the Allied Health Professional (AHP).
The aim of the role is to
To provide the best possible experience for young people and carers.
To show commitment to and participate in quality improvement activities.
To promote at all times a positive image of people with a learning disability.
To promote at all times a positive image of the AHP service and the wider Trust.
If you have an AHP Assistant qualification and experience of supporting people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities/ autismwe would love to hear from you
Main duties of the job
- Carries own case load which remains the responsibility of the registered Occupational Therapist & Speech and Language Therapist. Young people may exhibit distress or have difficult family situations of relevance. Engage young people with the whole AHP Therapy process, including contributing to assessments, interventions and evaluation, feeding back the findings to registered Occupational Therapist & Speech and Language Therapist. Under guidance, demonstrate knowledge and application of theory into practice.
- Assesses and manages risk effectively in clinical and community settings
- Develops and implements session plans for young people, within a treatment programme prescribed by a registered Occupational Therapist &/ or Speech and Language Therapist.
- Monitors young person progress making adjustments to activities (within established parameters) and feeding back to the registered Occupational Therapist & Speech and Language Therapist in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Uses technical and creative skills to engage young people in therapeutic activities and encourages young people/carers to support them in achieving their identified goals.
- Provides information and practical advice, within scope of own competency to young people and carers and other healthcare/education/social care staff involved in young people' care.
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
For more information relating to this post please refer to the attached job description and job specification
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information relating to this post please refer to the attached job description and job specification
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant Level 3 (or above) qualification in health, social care, or education
- Numeracy, Literacy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
- Appropriate AHP assistant qualification eg Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy
Experience
Essential
- Working alongside an Occupational Therapist or Speech and Language Therapist
- Experience of supporting people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities/ autism.
- Experience working as part of a team.
- Experience of actively engaging in a supervision system.
Desirable
- Experience of presenting to groups of people.
- Experience of running group sessions.
- Experience of delivering training packages.
Skills
Essential
- Basic knowledge of equipment & material used in both occupational & speech and language therapy.
- Basic therapeutic terminology and therapeutic procedures.
- Basic knowledge of a range of activities/occupations.
- Basic understanding of motivation.
- Evidence base supporting frequently used assessment & treatment interventions.
- Basic understanding of the needs and difficulties of young people Learning disabilities/ learning disabilities and autism or mental health conditions
- Safeguarding requirements for vulnerable adults and children.
- Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act. Understanding of health & safety issues.
- Understanding of the needs of individuals from diverse social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
- Ability to communicate information (verbal and written) effectively in a manner appropriate to the individual and situation.
- Ability to engage individuals in a variety of activities
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively.
- Good observational skills and ability to describe such observations verbally and in writing.
- Record Keeping.
- Ability to relate therapeutically to the needs of the young person group.
- Ability to adapt treatment using own initiative.
- Ability to lead a therapy group session.
- Ability to work collaboratively with members of the MDT to provide an effective service.
Desirable
- Ability to plan and organise a given caseload and prioritise effectively.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work on own in a variety of settings using initiative appropriately.
- Committed to continual quality and service improvement.
- Committed to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities/autism.
- Committed to promoting a positive image of the AHP service.
- Self-awareness and committed to continual personal development.
- Ability to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need.
- This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant Level 3 (or above) qualification in health, social care, or education
- Numeracy, Literacy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
- Appropriate AHP assistant qualification eg Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy
Experience
Essential
- Working alongside an Occupational Therapist or Speech and Language Therapist
- Experience of supporting people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities/ autism.
- Experience working as part of a team.
- Experience of actively engaging in a supervision system.
Desirable
- Experience of presenting to groups of people.
- Experience of running group sessions.
- Experience of delivering training packages.
Skills
Essential
- Basic knowledge of equipment & material used in both occupational & speech and language therapy.
- Basic therapeutic terminology and therapeutic procedures.
- Basic knowledge of a range of activities/occupations.
- Basic understanding of motivation.
- Evidence base supporting frequently used assessment & treatment interventions.
- Basic understanding of the needs and difficulties of young people Learning disabilities/ learning disabilities and autism or mental health conditions
- Safeguarding requirements for vulnerable adults and children.
- Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act. Understanding of health & safety issues.
- Understanding of the needs of individuals from diverse social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
- Ability to communicate information (verbal and written) effectively in a manner appropriate to the individual and situation.
- Ability to engage individuals in a variety of activities
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively.
- Good observational skills and ability to describe such observations verbally and in writing.
- Record Keeping.
- Ability to relate therapeutically to the needs of the young person group.
- Ability to adapt treatment using own initiative.
- Ability to lead a therapy group session.
- Ability to work collaboratively with members of the MDT to provide an effective service.
Desirable
- Ability to plan and organise a given caseload and prioritise effectively.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work on own in a variety of settings using initiative appropriately.
- Committed to continual quality and service improvement.
- Committed to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities/autism.
- Committed to promoting a positive image of the AHP service.
- Self-awareness and committed to continual personal development.
- Ability to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need.
- This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
CAMHS Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin
Severnfields Health Village Sundorne Road
Shrewsbury
SY1 4RQ
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
