Job summary
We have a vacancy for a Band 6 Senior Occupational Therapist at Parklands House Oak and Aspen wards. We are looking for somebody who has relevant experience in the OT profession who can help guide the team.
We are an adult, working age mental health unit with two 22 bed wards for males and females in the Oldham area.
The successful applicant will be working with an existing team consisting of 1 Band 6 OT, 1 QAP and 4 OTA's.
Main duties of the job
- To identify and assess Occupational Therapy need and plan therapeutic interventions using the Model of Human Occupation
- To be responsible for prioritising own work load using screening tool and to delegate work to QAP/OTA's as required.
- To work within the multidisciplinary team on each of the wards.
- To liaise, plan and co-ordinate with other professional agencies, including CMHT, Housing, Third sector agencies to ensure continuity of care and quality service.
- To participate in ward rounds, discharge planning meetings, care plan reviews, Best Interest meetings, and informal discussions concerning patients.
- To be responsible for writing 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.
- To comply with HCPC Occupational Therapists standards of proficiency.
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 are proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we are 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
Please see the attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge and experience you should demonstrate you possess by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity of being shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge and experience you should demonstrate you possess by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity of being shortlisted.
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
- 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.
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Demonstration of professionalism through good timekeeping, adherence to policies and maintaining strong relations within the MDT
- Basic level of computer literacy
- Able to work effectively under pressure
- Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
- Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
- Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure.
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
- 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.
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Demonstration of professionalism through good timekeeping, adherence to policies and maintaining strong relations within the MDT
- Basic level of computer literacy
- Able to work effectively under pressure
- Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
- Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
- Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure.
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).
