Job summary
This post offers an exciting opportunity for a band 5 occupational therapist to develop and consolidate their clinical skills in a specialist older peoples mental health inpatient setting.We are looking for a dynamic, professional and enthusiastic occupational therapist to join our friendly & supportive multi-disciplinary team.
Our team is a joint occupational therapy and physiotherapy service working with adults aged over 65 who have complex mental health conditions. We are an organic and functional older peoples inpatient service based at The Woodlands, Rotherham. We work across inpatient wards, patient homes and care homes.
Main duties of the job
To work as a member of an inpatient multidisciplinary team assessing occupational needs and providing occupational therapy interventions on an individual and group basis to service users with acute, complex mental health needs.
To assist in the supervision of support staff and students and deliver interventions enabling service users to develop independent living skills and work towards individual recovery and goals as part of safe effective discharge.
To develop links with statutory and voluntary sector community resources and ensure that ongoing occupational needs are addressed as part of a safe effective discharge process.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 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 dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
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://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Registration with Health Professions Council.
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate demonstrable experience of mental health services.
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development.
Knowledge
Essential
- Broad knowledge of current best practice in OT and mental health.
- Application of OT process with designated client group.
- Knowledge of principles of Recovery and person centred approach to care.
- Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues
- Relevant mental health legislation and National Service Frameworks.
- Applied knowledge of mental health legislation including CPA and risk assessment and management.
- Application of health, safety and risk management policies.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Registration with Health Professions Council.
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate demonstrable experience of mental health services.
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development.
Knowledge
Essential
- Broad knowledge of current best practice in OT and mental health.
- Application of OT process with designated client group.
- Knowledge of principles of Recovery and person centred approach to care.
- Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues
- Relevant mental health legislation and National Service Frameworks.
- Applied knowledge of mental health legislation including CPA and risk assessment and management.
- Application of health, safety and risk management policies.
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
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).
