Devon Partnership NHS Trust

Specialist Occupational Therapist

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Job summary

This is a great opportunity to join the Support To Succeed Team which is part of the Offender Personality Disorder pathway. The National OPD pathway is a collection of services based in prisons and probation, where NHS and HMPPS work together with to increase the wellbeing and reduce the risk of offenders, whilst also improving the knowledge and attitudes of staff working with them.

Support to Succeed is part of the National Offender Personality Disorder (OPD) pathway and is a joint service provided by Devon Partnership NHS Trust and HM Prison and Probation Service. Our purpose is to reduce levels of re-offending as well as improving offenders psychological health and wellbeing. The service achieves this by 1. Consultation services - Providing support directly to Probation Practitioners through consultation on individual cases with the opportunity for joint working, practice support and training. 2. Intensive Integrated Risk Management Service (IIRMS) Which is a community based service, working directly with people who have screened onto the OPD pathway who are considered high-risk individuals when leaving prison, to support them with successful transitions in to the community. The role will consist of working on an individual and group basis with those on caseload to support them to achieve outcomes jointly outlined on their personal development plan. You will work with the team to educate and support those needing specific Occupational Therapy interventions.

Main duties of the job

The role and workload is dynamic and challenging. The service is still developing, you will need to be able to adapt to this

You will be working in an enthusiastic team of Psychologists, Assistant Psychologists and a Peer Support Worker. It is important to the service to ensure the team are working cohesively and effectively together. The service dedicates time to team development and you will participate in this through reflective practice, team activities, and mindfulness sessions. You will need excellent communication, reflection and critical appraisal skills when working alongside colleagues in this setting.

The Occupational Therapy role and team within the service is still developing, and you will have the exciting opportunity to develop this further using your own skills and experience from prior roles to shape this.

You will often work under pressure and without direct supervision, so we are looking for someone confident and capable. Working within this client group can often be intense therefore it is important that you utilise supervision and reflective practice to support your own wellbeing.

You will be a registered Occupational Therapist with appropriate qualifications and experience. Experience working within a prison or secure environment would be beneficial.

Please note: Due to the nature of this post, all persons have to receive prison vetting clearance prior to formal offer of appointment. This is in addition to DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) checks.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

Our values

We not only recruit employees based on their qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess and demonstrate the behaviours which underpin the core values of our organisation. These values include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health & learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader Employer.

Date posted

22 March 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£41,659 to £47,672 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9369-23-3302

Job locations

North Devon Health Care Nhs Trust

The Rowans

Whipton Hospital, Hospital Lane

Exeter

Devon

EX1 3RB

Devon & Cornwall Constabulary

South Street

Torquay

TQ2 5AH

Barnstable Custody

North Walk

Barnstable

Devon

EX31 1DU

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification available in the supporting documents section for more information about this role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification available in the supporting documents section for more information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy
Valid State registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
Evidence of Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

European Computer Driving Licence/ similar qualification or equivalent experience
Further Postgraduate training
Training in Violence Risk Assessment
Further training in a therapeutic model (e.g. CAT, DBT, MBT)

Experience

Essential

At least four years post registration, at least two years at Band 6.
Experience of managing other staff.
Experience of working in a senior clinical role.
Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
Clinical supervision and mentoring experience

Desirable

Student supervision

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Of leading, supporting and developing teams
Able to provide supervision and support to staff and students
Excellent communication skills
Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 & 2005, Codes of Practice, Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberties
Clinical supervision
Risk Assessment and Management
Current developments in mental health care and nursing practice
Motivated to promote highest standards in a changing service

Desirable

Evidenced knowledge of specialist occupational therapy practice and its potential value to adults with personality difficulties
Good understanding of safeguarding adults and children.
Excellent clinical assessment skills.
Ability to manage change in a positive manner

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy
Valid State registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
Evidence of Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

European Computer Driving Licence/ similar qualification or equivalent experience
Further Postgraduate training
Training in Violence Risk Assessment
Further training in a therapeutic model (e.g. CAT, DBT, MBT)

Experience

Essential

At least four years post registration, at least two years at Band 6.
Experience of managing other staff.
Experience of working in a senior clinical role.
Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
Clinical supervision and mentoring experience

Desirable

Student supervision

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Of leading, supporting and developing teams
Able to provide supervision and support to staff and students
Excellent communication skills
Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 & 2005, Codes of Practice, Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberties
Clinical supervision
Risk Assessment and Management
Current developments in mental health care and nursing practice
Motivated to promote highest standards in a changing service

Desirable

Evidenced knowledge of specialist occupational therapy practice and its potential value to adults with personality difficulties
Good understanding of safeguarding adults and children.
Excellent clinical assessment skills.
Ability to manage change in a positive 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.

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).

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Devon Partnership NHS Trust

Address

North Devon Health Care Nhs Trust

The Rowans

Whipton Hospital, Hospital Lane

Exeter

Devon

EX1 3RB

Employer's website

https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Devon Partnership NHS Trust

Address

North Devon Health Care Nhs Trust

The Rowans

Whipton Hospital, Hospital Lane

Exeter

Devon

EX1 3RB

Employer's website

https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)