Job summary
Wirral Place Based Community Service consists of two age inclusive teams covering defined areas within the Wirral Peninsular, one covering Wallasey, West and South West Wirral areas and one Birkenhead and surrounding areas.
The age inclusive team model will continue to recognise that patient's needs may change as they get older and where they require the best skills to meet their individual needs.
Birkenhead Adult Mental Health Service is are looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist who is enthusiastic, self-motivated team player, who is able to support and be actively involved in the further development of integrated working practice within the service.
The post holder must have good communication skills, an ability to work in partnership with service users and carers and be able to work within a multi-disciplinary team setting. You will be expected to work within a care coordination role and manage a caseload of clients with severe and enduring mental illness.
The post holder will ideally have 1 year post registration experience in working within the Mental Health Field.
In return the post holder will receive regular supervision, the support of a motivated, multi-disciplinary team, have access to varied training and opportunities to consider initiatives within Improving Working Lives policy.
Main duties of the job
You will be an enthusiastic, adaptable and highly motivated OT with a keen interest in mental health. You will be part of an integrated multidisciplinary team and play a key role in supporting people in the community . This is an ideal role for a candidate who enjoys creative problem solving, teamwork and values person centred care. Support is provided from senior Occupational Therapy staff
You will be able to take on the challenges of managing a caseload , including care co-ordination and be committed to the 6 Cs, team working and person-centred care.
Access to transport for work purposes is essential.
About us
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (CWP) supports thousands of vulnerable people across Cheshire and Merseyside. We provide physical, mental health and learning disability services to a total population of around one million people.
We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or you are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.
Visit our 'Working for us' pages on our website to find out more about why you should choose CWP.
CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.
We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description for full details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification)andvalues.
To ensure that we continue to provide Outstanding for Care (as recently been awarded by CQC), CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking aValues Based Interview/Assessment,which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. A Guide to completing your application form can be accessed on the right side of this page under the job description.
The Supporting Information Section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated Behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
If your disability meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme? Please also inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
All new clinical support staff will be required to have completed or working towards the Care Certificate (CWP In-house 2 day training to be completed within 6 months of start date).
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. Please note that DBS costs will be waived for applicants who are being recruited for COVID-19 reasons.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies. Please see attached Update Service Applicant Guide document for further information.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100 and quote the vacancy reference number.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description for full details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification)andvalues.
To ensure that we continue to provide Outstanding for Care (as recently been awarded by CQC), CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking aValues Based Interview/Assessment,which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. A Guide to completing your application form can be accessed on the right side of this page under the job description.
The Supporting Information Section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated Behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
If your disability meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme? Please also inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
All new clinical support staff will be required to have completed or working towards the Care Certificate (CWP In-house 2 day training to be completed within 6 months of start date).
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. Please note that DBS costs will be waived for applicants who are being recruited for COVID-19 reasons.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies. Please see attached Update Service Applicant Guide document for further information.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100 and quote the vacancy reference number.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or BSc in Occupational Therapy
- Registration with Health Professions Council
- Accreditation as Practice Placement Educator or working towards accreditation
Desirable
- CLAIT/ECDL or equivalent
- Postgraduate clinical training relevant to the post
- Leadership or management training
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist clinical skills relevant to the role
- Current disability equipment training or be willing to gain as appropriate for the post
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Good knowledge and awareness of current legislation and guidance pertaining to Mental Health Services and Implications for Occupational Therapy
- Ability to work under pressure and set priorities
- Good knowledge of effective care co-ordination and planning of treatment packages
- Ability to manage own caseload and work as part of a team
- Group leadership skills
- Excellent negotiation and organisational skills, with individuals and groups
- Working knowledge of clinical governance principles
- Computer literacy
- Skills in moving and handling
Desirable
- Training, presentation and facilitation skills
- Ability to resolve complex professional and ethical issues
- Research experience
Experience
Essential
- At least 18 months experience in mental health
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary environment
- Experience of supervising and supporting junior staff and students
- Experience of using Staff Performance and Development Process
- Documented evidence of Continued Professional Development
- Working knowledge of clinical audit
- Experience of introducing new and innovative interventions
Desirable
- Minimum of 3 years post registration experience
- Experience of care co-ordination
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or BSc in Occupational Therapy
- Registration with Health Professions Council
- Accreditation as Practice Placement Educator or working towards accreditation
Desirable
- CLAIT/ECDL or equivalent
- Postgraduate clinical training relevant to the post
- Leadership or management training
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist clinical skills relevant to the role
- Current disability equipment training or be willing to gain as appropriate for the post
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Good knowledge and awareness of current legislation and guidance pertaining to Mental Health Services and Implications for Occupational Therapy
- Ability to work under pressure and set priorities
- Good knowledge of effective care co-ordination and planning of treatment packages
- Ability to manage own caseload and work as part of a team
- Group leadership skills
- Excellent negotiation and organisational skills, with individuals and groups
- Working knowledge of clinical governance principles
- Computer literacy
- Skills in moving and handling
Desirable
- Training, presentation and facilitation skills
- Ability to resolve complex professional and ethical issues
- Research experience
Experience
Essential
- At least 18 months experience in mental health
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary environment
- Experience of supervising and supporting junior staff and students
- Experience of using Staff Performance and Development Process
- Documented evidence of Continued Professional Development
- Working knowledge of clinical audit
- Experience of introducing new and innovative interventions
Desirable
- Minimum of 3 years post registration experience
- Experience of care co-ordination
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).
