Job summary
The Calderdale and Kirklees
In-Patient Occupational Therapy team have an exciting opportunity for 2 full
time and 1 part time Band 3 Occupational Therapy Assistants to become part of
our team. The service is embracing positive change and developing pathways of
care to meet the diverse needs of adults and older people within an acute
inpatient setting.
We are looking for a competent and
confident OTAs to join our team and provide therapeutic interventions and
activity for service users currently in receipt of in-patient mental health
care. The 2 full time posts are 37.5hrs per week and the
1 part time post is 18.75 hrs.
The post holders will work alongside
a dedicated occupational therapy team supporting and encouraging our patients
in their recovery journey and delivering person-centred interventions.
We pride ourselves on being an open and honest Trust, providing the best
possible care to our service users across our sites. You will be well supported
and encouraged to develop within a stimulating learning environment. The Trust
is committed to staff health and wellbeing, and you will be encouraged to
learn, develop, and grow.
The organisation has a well-established professional leadership
structure led by a Chief AHP, with access to strong professional networks and a
wide range of profession specific training and career progression opportunities
available.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a committed &
caring OTAs, who will work both autonomously & as part of the MDT. We
pride ourselves on providing the highest standard of assessment, treatment
& client centred care in a safe & therapeutic environment. The team supports
the MDT in facilitating safe & effective discharge of acute inpatients. The team consists
of band 6, band 5 OTs and OT assistants. The service
operates over 7 days with OTAs covering weekends & Bank Holidays. Shifts
are 8.30am - 4.30pm, & staff are expected to work one late shift a week. There is an expectation for all staff to cross ward
and cross site work where necessary. We are a supportive
therapy team that work closely with the wider MDT. We adopt a recovery-based
approach using evidence-based interventions and professional models of working
to inform our practice and ensure the delivery of high-quality care.
We are
committed to providing holistic care within acute mental health, and youll have
opportunity to work with other professionals & providers to meet the needs
of our service users. Professional networking is actively encouraged, and we
have well established links with our local partners. We actively welcome any
prospective applicants to make contact to discuss the roles further.
At
the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK
Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward
to receiving your application.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full job description, please see attached supporting
documents.
The post holder will:
Under the supervision/direction of
registered health care
professionals/associate practitioner, perform
delegated interventions and care tasks, for which they have received training,
seeking support as and when necessary.
As part of a healthcare team,
provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people
that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
Demonstrating sensitivity,
empathy and active listening skills, maintain positive and appropriate
relationships with people at all times.
Demonstrate an understanding of the
care and treatment programmes
required fora designated group of service
users.
To follow a care plan, advise
and guide service users, family and carers in following prescribed
interventions and make the appropriate adjustments within
own competence and skill set and be able to communicate any changes
to service users and
registered health care professionals.
Be required to concentrate for
periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan This may include areas of work requiring physical
effort, with regard to risk, following the risk assessment
and health & safety.
Exercise
a degree of independence, initiative and judgement and consider
different approaches when delivering tasks. Assess situations, eg following falls prevention
guidance identify and resolve potential problems, within own competence.
Ensure the
care experienced
is positive
and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy
and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
Feedback their observations to
the registered professional/ clinical team to contribute to the care/treatment
planning process.
Understand the principles underlying care planning eg,
enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/
independence/recovery.
Implement treatment/care
within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and
established clinical care plans within own competence and skill set.
Assisting in the organising
and participating in a range of therapeutic groups and activities as delegated
by the registered practitioner working within own competence and skill set.
Apply
basic knowledge of longer-term health conditions, within the remit of care
planning, providing advice, support and feedback to a registered professional.
Undertake the physical aspects
of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use items of equipment in
delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc. (as appropriate to the role),
ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has been received.
Assist in dealing with
verbal/physical aggression using de-escalation techniques, this may include the
need for RRPI techniques (as appropriate to the ward or community based role
and in line with Trust policy and training).
Attend to the service users
personal care needs as and when required.
Participate in a flexible
rostering arrangement providing / 7 day care (as appropriate to the
role/service).
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants
are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application
forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is
strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before
selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to
enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application
form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full job description, please see attached supporting
documents.
The post holder will:
Under the supervision/direction of
registered health care
professionals/associate practitioner, perform
delegated interventions and care tasks, for which they have received training,
seeking support as and when necessary.
As part of a healthcare team,
provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people
that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
Demonstrating sensitivity,
empathy and active listening skills, maintain positive and appropriate
relationships with people at all times.
Demonstrate an understanding of the
care and treatment programmes
required fora designated group of service
users.
To follow a care plan, advise
and guide service users, family and carers in following prescribed
interventions and make the appropriate adjustments within
own competence and skill set and be able to communicate any changes
to service users and
registered health care professionals.
Be required to concentrate for
periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan This may include areas of work requiring physical
effort, with regard to risk, following the risk assessment
and health & safety.
Exercise
a degree of independence, initiative and judgement and consider
different approaches when delivering tasks. Assess situations, eg following falls prevention
guidance identify and resolve potential problems, within own competence.
Ensure the
care experienced
is positive
and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy
and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
Feedback their observations to
the registered professional/ clinical team to contribute to the care/treatment
planning process.
Understand the principles underlying care planning eg,
enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/
independence/recovery.
Implement treatment/care
within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and
established clinical care plans within own competence and skill set.
Assisting in the organising
and participating in a range of therapeutic groups and activities as delegated
by the registered practitioner working within own competence and skill set.
Apply
basic knowledge of longer-term health conditions, within the remit of care
planning, providing advice, support and feedback to a registered professional.
Undertake the physical aspects
of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use items of equipment in
delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc. (as appropriate to the role),
ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has been received.
Assist in dealing with
verbal/physical aggression using de-escalation techniques, this may include the
need for RRPI techniques (as appropriate to the ward or community based role
and in line with Trust policy and training).
Attend to the service users
personal care needs as and when required.
Participate in a flexible
rostering arrangement providing / 7 day care (as appropriate to the
role/service).
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants
are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application
forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is
strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before
selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to
enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application
form.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in English and Maths or equivalent.
- Level 2 qualification/or working through, with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3.
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement.
Desirable
- Apprenticeship level 3 or equivalent eg, RQF(regulated Qualification Framework)NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
- Experience of the speciality area.
- Willingness to undertake further study.
Experience
Essential
- In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs.
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Of demonstrating own duties.
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and under own initiative or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills.
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24hr shift pattern to meet the needs of service users.
- Demonstrates safe decision-making skills commensurate with role.
- Excellent communicator.
- Good IT/keyboard skills.
- Diversity/Cultural understanding.
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust.
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc.
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner.
- Demonstrates Trust Values.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Good administration and organisational skills.
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental risks etc. and act appropriately.
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value-based induction.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in English and Maths or equivalent.
- Level 2 qualification/or working through, with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3.
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement.
Desirable
- Apprenticeship level 3 or equivalent eg, RQF(regulated Qualification Framework)NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
- Experience of the speciality area.
- Willingness to undertake further study.
Experience
Essential
- In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs.
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Of demonstrating own duties.
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and under own initiative or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills.
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24hr shift pattern to meet the needs of service users.
- Demonstrates safe decision-making skills commensurate with role.
- Excellent communicator.
- Good IT/keyboard skills.
- Diversity/Cultural understanding.
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust.
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc.
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner.
- Demonstrates Trust Values.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Good administration and organisational skills.
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental risks etc. and act appropriately.
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value-based induction.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role.
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.
