Job summary
To plan and implement individualised and group therapeutic assessments and interventions for service users aged 18 - 65 years who are inpatients within the Mental Health Unit. To collaboratively work with service users and members of the multidisciplinary team in establishing clear goals and recommendations that will assist in the recovery process whilst people are resident on the acute wards and during the transition period back into the community. The Occupational Therapist will lead on continuing to develop the Recovery and Inclusion Worker role and service development projects.
Main duties of the job
Job Description:
Post: Occupational Therapist
Salary/Grade: Band 6
Location/Base: Taylor Ward Tameside general Hospital, Acute Adult inpatients
Responsible to: Ward Manager
About us
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Leadership To identify and assess Occupational Therapy need and plan therapeuticinterventions using the Model of Human Occupation. To be responsible for prioritising own work load using screening tool anddelegate to the Recovery and Inclusion Workers as required. To work with the multidisciplinary team on the ward. To liaise, plan and co-ordinate with other professional agencies, including wards, CMHT, Housing, Third sector agencies to ensure continuity of care and quality service. To participate in discharge planning meetings, care plan reviews, Best Interest meetings, and informal discussions concerning patients. To be responsible write accurate and concise clinical reports using Model of Human Occupation outcome measures and to ensure up to date and accurate records are maintained regarding all patient contact. Comply with HCPC Occupational Therapists standards of proficiency. Maintain a high professional standard in client care at all times in line with the College of Occupational Therapy code of practice. To take responsibility for seeking clinical and managerial support from peers and senior staff. Adhere to appropriate policies, procedures and guidelines. Liaise with the wider multidisciplinary team to enhance the standard of care clients receive. Participate in risk assessments, and work within the framework of the Care Programme Approach. Participate in staff inductions, acting as a role model to develop the skills and knowledge of junior staff. Responsibility for the fieldwork education of designated students. Attend team meetings and care-planning meetings as required, and participate in Ward Rounds ensuring follow up action is taken. Participate in the development of qualified/unqualified staff within the ward team. Promote a safe environment via Health and Safety policies. Moving and handling clients using appropriate equipment and ensuring safe working practices are maintained. Ensure client confidentiality at all times. To ensure that patients, their families and carers are directly involved in decisions which affect their care. To initiate patient focused interventions and developments, which reflect social, cultural and spiritual needs. To lead in programmes of work as required by the Acute Care Forum. To actively contribute to the Trust wide Occupational Therapy forum. To participate in the organisation and provision of other appropriate therapeutic activities. To work with inpatients in their own homes in the community or hospital based facilities where relevant
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Leadership To identify and assess Occupational Therapy need and plan therapeuticinterventions using the Model of Human Occupation. To be responsible for prioritising own work load using screening tool anddelegate to the Recovery and Inclusion Workers as required. To work with the multidisciplinary team on the ward. To liaise, plan and co-ordinate with other professional agencies, including wards, CMHT, Housing, Third sector agencies to ensure continuity of care and quality service. To participate in discharge planning meetings, care plan reviews, Best Interest meetings, and informal discussions concerning patients. To be responsible write accurate and concise clinical reports using Model of Human Occupation outcome measures and to ensure up to date and accurate records are maintained regarding all patient contact. Comply with HCPC Occupational Therapists standards of proficiency. Maintain a high professional standard in client care at all times in line with the College of Occupational Therapy code of practice. To take responsibility for seeking clinical and managerial support from peers and senior staff. Adhere to appropriate policies, procedures and guidelines. Liaise with the wider multidisciplinary team to enhance the standard of care clients receive. Participate in risk assessments, and work within the framework of the Care Programme Approach. Participate in staff inductions, acting as a role model to develop the skills and knowledge of junior staff. Responsibility for the fieldwork education of designated students. Attend team meetings and care-planning meetings as required, and participate in Ward Rounds ensuring follow up action is taken. Participate in the development of qualified/unqualified staff within the ward team. Promote a safe environment via Health and Safety policies. Moving and handling clients using appropriate equipment and ensuring safe working practices are maintained. Ensure client confidentiality at all times. To ensure that patients, their families and carers are directly involved in decisions which affect their care. To initiate patient focused interventions and developments, which reflect social, cultural and spiritual needs. To lead in programmes of work as required by the Acute Care Forum. To actively contribute to the Trust wide Occupational Therapy forum. To participate in the organisation and provision of other appropriate therapeutic activities. To work with inpatients in their own homes in the community or hospital based facilities where relevant
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Occupational Therapy
- Registration with the Health Professionals Council
- Training in Model of Human Occupation
- Post registration diploma or equivalent experience in relevant field
Experience
Essential
- Experience of applying the OT process with people with acute mental health needs
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of competent performance at Band 5 in an acute mental health setting
- Experience of independently managing a case load.
- Experience of contributing to MDT risk assessments
- Demonstration of reflective practice and use of constructive feedback to aid development
- Experience of setting up / facilitating and evaluating therapeutic group activities
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Occupational Therapy Process
- Understanding of specific needs of clients with mental health problems and their impact on occupational functioning
- Sound understanding of current government policies in relation to Acute Care including national guidelines, Mental Health Act, Risk Assessment processes and CPA processes.
- Good organisational and prioritisation skills
- Awareness of Occupational Therapy Model of Human Occupation Assessment Tools and other OT models
- Interest in engaging in Occupational Therapy service development
Skills
Essential
- Ability to assess for and make recommendations for the delivery of complex care packages
- Must have the ability to manage complex and sensitive information
- Ability to communicate clearly and assertively when presenting information to service users and the MDT
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to provide leadership for the team.
- Ability to provide clinical supervision for junior staff / support staff and OT students.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Occupational Therapy
- Registration with the Health Professionals Council
- Training in Model of Human Occupation
- Post registration diploma or equivalent experience in relevant field
Experience
Essential
- Experience of applying the OT process with people with acute mental health needs
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of competent performance at Band 5 in an acute mental health setting
- Experience of independently managing a case load.
- Experience of contributing to MDT risk assessments
- Demonstration of reflective practice and use of constructive feedback to aid development
- Experience of setting up / facilitating and evaluating therapeutic group activities
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Occupational Therapy Process
- Understanding of specific needs of clients with mental health problems and their impact on occupational functioning
- Sound understanding of current government policies in relation to Acute Care including national guidelines, Mental Health Act, Risk Assessment processes and CPA processes.
- Good organisational and prioritisation skills
- Awareness of Occupational Therapy Model of Human Occupation Assessment Tools and other OT models
- Interest in engaging in Occupational Therapy service development
Skills
Essential
- Ability to assess for and make recommendations for the delivery of complex care packages
- Must have the ability to manage complex and sensitive information
- Ability to communicate clearly and assertively when presenting information to service users and the MDT
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to provide leadership for the team.
- Ability to provide clinical supervision for junior staff / support staff and OT students.
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
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).
