Job summary
Are you
passionate about providing high quality, therapeutic care to your patients, can
lead by example, are able to prioritise, deliver great quality patient care and
are a great communicator then we want to hear from you.
This
is an exciting, opportunity for a skilled Occupational Therapist with experience
working in a learning disability setting. This is a Fixed Term contract of up
to 12months at 37.5hrs per week, the post will cover the Kirklees area of South West
Yorkshire Foundation Partnership NHS Trust. We are based in Dewsbury and being
a car driver is essential.
You
would have a broad range of experience and ability to joint work as part of a
multidisciplinary team, cope with a varied caseload and to think creatively
on their feet. Learning disability experience is highly desirable but
not essential.
You
should have excellent communication skills to enable you to work in partnership
with people with learning disabilities, their families and carers and to
support them to live successfully in the community. You should be able to
demonstrate high quality Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment for the
individual.
As
part of managing a diverse caseload, experience and qualifications in treating sensory
processing disorder are required to help deliver high quality care and to
continue the development of a specialist SI pathway.
For more info contact: Neil Leppard on 01924 316714
Main duties of the job
You
will work alongside therapists, nurses, medics and admin staff and be
responsible for triaging and prioritising OT referrals, completing
evidence-based assessments and interventions to address key occupational areas
of self-care, productivity and leisure.
Support
service user, family and carer and interpret the assessment results to plan and
implement a client centred occupational therapy treatment programme on an
individual and/or group basis using graded activity to achieve therapeutic
goals.
The
post will involve patient-facing visits in the community and responsibility for
your own caseload of patients.
You
will provide specialist occupational therapy advice and guidance to other
professionals, Sensory Integration experience and qualifications are essential.
You will ensure therapeutic
interventions are of a high professional standard, informed by evidence-based
practice and involves the service user and carer in all aspects of the care
programme.
You
will be able to respond flexibly and creatively to challenges and participate
in appropriate clinical team meetings, referral meetings, case conferences,
care programme approach meetings and any other as required by clinical need and
as directed.
You will receive and provide clinical supervision to other
occupational therapy staff/ support staff and students. Also triaging new OT
referrals.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
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
To
undertake specific standardised and non-standardised assessments to formulate
effective treatment plans in conjunction with the service user, family and
carer
To
interpret the assessment results in order to plan and implement a client
centred occupational therapy treatment programme on an individual and/or group
basis using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.
To
ensure therapeutic interventions are of a high professional standard, informed
by evidence based practice and involves the service user and carer in all
aspects of the care programme.
To
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the effect of disability providing
training and advice on lifestyle changes/adaptations to the clients social and
physical environments.
To
act as the care programme co-ordinator as required and to offer carers an
assessment and care plan where appropriate.
To
contribute to a co-ordinated team approach throughout the assessment and in
meeting the service users needs including developing and maintaining close
working relationships with all relevant services, and agencies within the
voluntary sector.
To
regularly evaluate the effectiveness of group and individual occupational
therapy interventions by undertaking specific audits and using outcome measures
such as standardised / other relevant assessments and service user satisfaction
questionnaires.
To
continue treatment interventions where necessary to assist in the transition of
skills from an inpatient setting to living independently within the community.
To
work effectively within the multi-agency team ensuring that both written and
verbal communication is clearly maintained to ensure a seamless service.
To
be responsible for the maintenance of appropriate clinical records concerned
with service user treatment, in accordance with risk management documentation
guidelines.
To
arrange/attend appropriate clinical team meetings, referral meetings, case
conferences, care programme approach meetings and any other as required by
clinical need and as direct by the Line/Service Manager.
To
provide accurate and timely reports, statistical data through the electronic recording
system and other information as required.
To
participate in monthly clinical and managerial supervision and to provide
clinical supervision to other occupational therapy staff/ support staff.
To
assist the team leader with the operational management of the service on a
day-to-day basis
To
ensure that all significant events, relevant clinical issues and difficulties
which may arise are communicated with the relevant Line Manager/Service Manager
To
direct and delegate work to other team members such as; therapy assistants and
care support workers giving due consideration to their skills and abilities to
carry these duties out effectivelyTo
carry out appraisal and development reviews with occupational therapy staff and
to contribute to the reviews of other staff as appropriate
To
carry out appraisal and development reviews with occupational therapy staff and
to contribute to the reviews of other staff as appropriate
To
assist the team leader in effectively managing staff leave and sickness/absence
to ensure adequate cover for the service on a day-to-day basis
To
participate in the recruitment and retention of staff including implementing
induction programmes
To
contribute to the development and implementation of the annual service
improvement plan and annual audit programme
To
participate in and contribute to service modernisation, including operational
planning, implementation of policy, service development and leading on
delegated projects
To
work in collaboration with the occupational therapy professional lead in the
development of professional practice and the implementation of policy
To
contribute to staff / student training and development within the field of
occupational therapy and to contribute to the training of the
multi-professional team
To
promote awareness and understanding of the role of occupational therapy within
the multi-disciplinary team and other agencies
To
provide a quality/effective service through the active participation and
implementation of clinical governance which includes; clinical supervision,
(including reflection, critical appraisal and peer support) continuing
professional development, participation in regular audit activity
To
initiate practice development, evaluation, audit and research activities
relevant to occupational therapy encouraging and developing evidence based
practice disseminating findings/recommending changes where applicable
To
use networks locally, regionally and nationally to share information, research
and good practice
To
be directly involved in clinical training placements for occupational therapy
students as required within the area of work and qualifications allow.
To
develop and maintain links with Higher Education Institutes which provide
occupational therapy training e.g., York, Leeds,
Bradford and Huddersfield
To
contribute to the wider debate of occupational therapy issues in response to
the national and regional consultations by the College of Occupational
Therapists (COT) or British Association of Occupational Therapy (BAOT).
To
be responsible for ensuring protected time for keeping knowledge and skills
up-to-date by undertaking continuous professional development as required to
meet the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) regulations
To
apply specialist skills and knowledge in order to establish professional
competence and fitness to practice as a senior occupational therapist adhering
to the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct (COT) and the Standards of
Conduct, Performance and Ethics (HCPC).
To
understand and demonstrate a working knowledge of national guidelines and
legislation relating to health and social care which directly impacts on
occupational therapy practice
To
act as a source of clinical expertise to other team members demonstrating
clinical reasoning, critical thinking, reflection and analysis
To
actively participate in the evaluation and future development of the
occupational therapy service using appropriate audit tools, care pathways and
appraisal of current evidence based practice
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.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and 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
To
undertake specific standardised and non-standardised assessments to formulate
effective treatment plans in conjunction with the service user, family and
carer
To
interpret the assessment results in order to plan and implement a client
centred occupational therapy treatment programme on an individual and/or group
basis using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.
To
ensure therapeutic interventions are of a high professional standard, informed
by evidence based practice and involves the service user and carer in all
aspects of the care programme.
To
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the effect of disability providing
training and advice on lifestyle changes/adaptations to the clients social and
physical environments.
To
act as the care programme co-ordinator as required and to offer carers an
assessment and care plan where appropriate.
To
contribute to a co-ordinated team approach throughout the assessment and in
meeting the service users needs including developing and maintaining close
working relationships with all relevant services, and agencies within the
voluntary sector.
To
regularly evaluate the effectiveness of group and individual occupational
therapy interventions by undertaking specific audits and using outcome measures
such as standardised / other relevant assessments and service user satisfaction
questionnaires.
To
continue treatment interventions where necessary to assist in the transition of
skills from an inpatient setting to living independently within the community.
To
work effectively within the multi-agency team ensuring that both written and
verbal communication is clearly maintained to ensure a seamless service.
To
be responsible for the maintenance of appropriate clinical records concerned
with service user treatment, in accordance with risk management documentation
guidelines.
To
arrange/attend appropriate clinical team meetings, referral meetings, case
conferences, care programme approach meetings and any other as required by
clinical need and as direct by the Line/Service Manager.
To
provide accurate and timely reports, statistical data through the electronic recording
system and other information as required.
To
participate in monthly clinical and managerial supervision and to provide
clinical supervision to other occupational therapy staff/ support staff.
To
assist the team leader with the operational management of the service on a
day-to-day basis
To
ensure that all significant events, relevant clinical issues and difficulties
which may arise are communicated with the relevant Line Manager/Service Manager
To
direct and delegate work to other team members such as; therapy assistants and
care support workers giving due consideration to their skills and abilities to
carry these duties out effectivelyTo
carry out appraisal and development reviews with occupational therapy staff and
to contribute to the reviews of other staff as appropriate
To
carry out appraisal and development reviews with occupational therapy staff and
to contribute to the reviews of other staff as appropriate
To
assist the team leader in effectively managing staff leave and sickness/absence
to ensure adequate cover for the service on a day-to-day basis
To
participate in the recruitment and retention of staff including implementing
induction programmes
To
contribute to the development and implementation of the annual service
improvement plan and annual audit programme
To
participate in and contribute to service modernisation, including operational
planning, implementation of policy, service development and leading on
delegated projects
To
work in collaboration with the occupational therapy professional lead in the
development of professional practice and the implementation of policy
To
contribute to staff / student training and development within the field of
occupational therapy and to contribute to the training of the
multi-professional team
To
promote awareness and understanding of the role of occupational therapy within
the multi-disciplinary team and other agencies
To
provide a quality/effective service through the active participation and
implementation of clinical governance which includes; clinical supervision,
(including reflection, critical appraisal and peer support) continuing
professional development, participation in regular audit activity
To
initiate practice development, evaluation, audit and research activities
relevant to occupational therapy encouraging and developing evidence based
practice disseminating findings/recommending changes where applicable
To
use networks locally, regionally and nationally to share information, research
and good practice
To
be directly involved in clinical training placements for occupational therapy
students as required within the area of work and qualifications allow.
To
develop and maintain links with Higher Education Institutes which provide
occupational therapy training e.g., York, Leeds,
Bradford and Huddersfield
To
contribute to the wider debate of occupational therapy issues in response to
the national and regional consultations by the College of Occupational
Therapists (COT) or British Association of Occupational Therapy (BAOT).
To
be responsible for ensuring protected time for keeping knowledge and skills
up-to-date by undertaking continuous professional development as required to
meet the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) regulations
To
apply specialist skills and knowledge in order to establish professional
competence and fitness to practice as a senior occupational therapist adhering
to the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct (COT) and the Standards of
Conduct, Performance and Ethics (HCPC).
To
understand and demonstrate a working knowledge of national guidelines and
legislation relating to health and social care which directly impacts on
occupational therapy practice
To
act as a source of clinical expertise to other team members demonstrating
clinical reasoning, critical thinking, reflection and analysis
To
actively participate in the evaluation and future development of the
occupational therapy service using appropriate audit tools, care pathways and
appraisal of current evidence based practice
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.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and 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
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience in mental health/learning disabilities setting.
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development
- Supervision of staff and / or students
Desirable
- Leadership / first line management experience
- Experience of a range of mental health/learning disabilities settings
Training.
Essential
- Practice Education/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate (or to achieve within 12 months)
- To be willing to undertake post graduate training to further skills, knowledge and expertise
Desirable
- Post graduate training relevant to mental health such as, psychosocial interventions, cognitive behavioural / counselling skills / standardised assessment
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Specialist knowledge and application of Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions relevant to mental health
- Extensive clinical practice skills including individual and group work
- Understanding of occupational therapy outcome measures
- Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities
- Ability to analyse professional and
- ethical issues
- Supervisory / appraisal skills
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance
- Ability to organise and respond efficiently to complex information
- Computer literacy
- Ability to build effective working
- relationships
- Detailed knowledge of mental health/learning disabilities legislation and current practice including policy drivers
- Detailed knowledge of clinical governance and its application
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Values contribution of others
- Ability to motivate self and others
- Organisational skills
- Effective communication skills, verbal and written
- Willingness to work flexibly
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability)
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy
- Health Care Professions Council registration
Desirable
- Leadership / first line management certificate
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience in mental health/learning disabilities setting.
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development
- Supervision of staff and / or students
Desirable
- Leadership / first line management experience
- Experience of a range of mental health/learning disabilities settings
Training.
Essential
- Practice Education/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate (or to achieve within 12 months)
- To be willing to undertake post graduate training to further skills, knowledge and expertise
Desirable
- Post graduate training relevant to mental health such as, psychosocial interventions, cognitive behavioural / counselling skills / standardised assessment
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Specialist knowledge and application of Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions relevant to mental health
- Extensive clinical practice skills including individual and group work
- Understanding of occupational therapy outcome measures
- Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities
- Ability to analyse professional and
- ethical issues
- Supervisory / appraisal skills
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance
- Ability to organise and respond efficiently to complex information
- Computer literacy
- Ability to build effective working
- relationships
- Detailed knowledge of mental health/learning disabilities legislation and current practice including policy drivers
- Detailed knowledge of clinical governance and its application
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Values contribution of others
- Ability to motivate self and others
- Organisational skills
- Effective communication skills, verbal and written
- Willingness to work flexibly
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability)
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy
- Health Care Professions Council registration
Desirable
- Leadership / first line management certificate
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
