Occupational Therapist - Older People's Mental Health

Job summary

To work as an integral member of the team and service providing an efficient, clinically effective, and high-quality Occupational Therapy (OT) service for older people with mental health problems, liaising effectively with all those involved in service provision for the client group. To work within a variety of settings dependent upon client need, in line with service priorities and objectives, promoting a person-centred approach and a culture of recovery and enablement. To work collaboratively with all relevant parties providing: professional support, advice (and training if appropriate) on occupational therapy and mental health issues. The post holder will also participate in the planning, development, and evaluation of the team, service and of occupational therapy provision.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Competencies

To work with clients and carers to assess occupational performance and plan and carry out goal orientated interventions, as part of a multi-disciplinary care plan.

Understand the theory of occupational therapy.

Work with clients, carers and care staff providing evidence based holistic Occupational Therapy and Mental Health Assessment, implementing the Occupational Therapy process; gathering and evaluating information as part of this process. Assessment methods include the use of specialist Mental Health and Occupational Therapy assessment tools.

Provide information from specialist assessments to other members of the M.D.T, to assist in the differential diagnosis, further assessment and care planning of/ for clients.

Prioritise and manage a caseload of clients with complex mental health needs, taking on the role of care co-ordinator where appropriate.

Plan and implement clients-centred interventions to achieve occupational and other therapeutic goals.

Apply skills in psychological approaches

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://ptracaccpublic.blob.core.windows.net/docs-employer/340/2515/Main_Terms_and_Conditions.pdf