Occupational Therapist

306 North London NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 27 November 2024

Job summary

We are seeking to recruit a forward thinking and enthusiatic Occupational Therapist to join therapies team in Enfield Acute Mental Health at Chase Farm Hospital.

The successful candidate will be involved in shaping and monitoring the quality of service provision against set standards. As a key member of the MDT the successful applicant will hold a designated caseload and be able to work independently providing OT assessments, addressing occupational performance, enabling the client in areas of self-care, productivity and leisure, and will:

Be motivated, energetic and a flexible team player with excellent communication skills
Be able to use initiative and have some responsibilities towards the management of the inpatient treatment programme.
Demonstrate an interest and participation in evidence -based practice and professional development and working with recovery principles.
Be familiar with the MOHO and other evidence- based assessment tools in order to establish a baseline functional assessment from which recommendations can determine further on-going care and treatment to enable optimum functioning.

Occupational Therapy is essential and valued across the Trust and we are committed to providing ongoing support, professional development and guidance throughout your time with us. Ably led by our Trust Wide Allied Health Professionals Lead and strong senior AHP leaders, our recently reviewed AHP Strategy reflects our forward thinking, creative and diverse AHP community.

Main duties of the job

- To be part of the Inpatient Therapy Team who provide occupational therapy provision to the acute wards based on the MOHO model.

- To be an active member of the multi-disciplinary teams on the wards and, with supervision, be involved in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care. The post will involve delivery of the OT provision to a designated caseload, focusing on recovery and developing skills for life.

- This will include planning and running a range of therapeutic groups and individual sessions, carrying out functional assessments and contributing to multidisciplinary team care planning, formulation and risk assessment.

- You will work closely with the MDT and other local agencies to provide occupational therapy assessment and intervention as part of the acute clinical pathway. The team includes: Peer Activity Coordinators, Occupational Therapist's, Technical Instructors, Art Therapists, Dramatherapist and Activity Coordinators.

About us

BEH is a multiple award-winning, combined mental health andcommunity Trust providing local, regional and national healthcare services.

As one of the largest employers in North London, we deliver a range of services to a population of over one million. In Enfield, we provide a full range of child and adult community health services, integrating mental health services to provide holistic and recovery focussed care.

BEH manages the renowned North London Forensic Services (NLFS), the lead provider of forensic mental health services managing the devolved New Models of care budget. We also provide one of the largest eating disorder services in England, as well as drug and alcohol services.

If you are an OT who strives for excellence and wants to develop to your full potential, we would welcome your application. Newly qualified OTs are strongly encouraged to apply.

What we offer:

Opportunity to work in a supportive, dynamic and varied therapies team.
Regular supervision and appraisal, peer support.
A comprehensive CPD programme and Advanced Preceptorship for those who have completed the Preceptorship Programme, AHP Conference.
Opportunity to be part of various networks - Better Together Network, Women's Network, LGBTQI Network, BAME AHP network, Wellbeing Network to name a few.
Annual staff O.S.C.A.R.S - Celebrating Staff Excellence awards.

We are also fortunate to have onsite childcare facilities for staff - Rated Good at their last inspection.

Date posted

14 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,720 to £39,769 a year per annum including Outer London Allowance

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

306-BEH-1765-F

Job locations

Chase Building, Chase Farm Hospital

127 The Ridgeway

London

EN2 8JL

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification for further information.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification for further information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

OT Qualification
HCPC registrered

Desirable

RCOT registration
relevant CPD

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

Experience in using a range of standardised OT assessments
ability to assess physical functioning of service users
Understanding of conditions and legislation as related to mental health.
Experience of facilitating groups

Desirable

understanding of CPA
Involvement in research and clinical audit
prescribing small aids and equipment
Understanding MOHO model

Skills/Abilities

Essential

Ability to assess clinical situations quickly and use initiative
Proficient IT skills
Ability to remain calm in emergency situations and respond in a professional manner
Understanding of Equality, Diveristy, Inclusion and Belonging

Other requirements

Essential

Ability to undetake PMVA training and techniques
Able to work flexibly

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

OT Qualification
HCPC registrered

Desirable

RCOT registration
relevant CPD

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

Experience in using a range of standardised OT assessments
ability to assess physical functioning of service users
Understanding of conditions and legislation as related to mental health.
Experience of facilitating groups

Desirable

understanding of CPA
Involvement in research and clinical audit
prescribing small aids and equipment
Understanding MOHO model

Skills/Abilities

Essential

Ability to assess clinical situations quickly and use initiative
Proficient IT skills
Ability to remain calm in emergency situations and respond in a professional manner
Understanding of Equality, Diveristy, Inclusion and Belonging

Other requirements

Essential

Ability to undetake PMVA training and techniques
Able to work flexibly

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).