Job summary
The specialist rehab and
recovery service in Calderdale have an exciting opportunity for a 12 month secondment
for a Band 6 Senior Occupational Therapist. This is an excellent development
opportunity. The role covers both the Community Based Rehab Team and the
Community Rehabilitation Unit. The role is supported by a Band 6 SOT, Band 5 OT,
and 2 Band 3 OTAs.
The core function of the
service is to provide rehabilitation interventions to support people to return
to a level of function that they were prior to the onset of their illness. The
Service also looks for opportunities for integration into the community to
engage in meaningful activities and occupation around areas of interest. The
service looks at what accommodation might be appropriate to the individuals
needs, if there is any deficits identified. All individuals working in the team
will be committed to providing a holistic therapeutic approach, opportunities
and relationships that deliver a positive experiences. This will be achieved by
co production of care plans to achieve the maximum recovery status for that
individual and promoting self -management of symptoms of wellness. Lyndhurst
Hospital is a 14 bedded level 1 Community Rehabilitation Unit and the
community-based rehab team offers up to 36 hours a day of rehabilitation in the
community.
Main duties of the job
The key duties and
responsibilities within the Band 6 Occupational Therapy role include,
Completing
assessments to establish baselines and understanding of Occupational needs, Supporting
engagement in meaningful activities. Completing individualized and group risk
assessment to manage risk and promote positive risk taking. Providing
collaborative tailored interventions based on mental health, sensory, and
specific communication needs, that promote access to occupation, based on clear
clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice. Including Practical skill
development, Therapeutic skills programs, and restorative interventions. Providing
regular repeat assessments and discussions in key development areas to
demonstrate recovery. Regular involvement in wider internal meetings including
management meeting, referrals, patient flow, and team meetings. Developing a
range of group or individual Well-being workshops to promote development of
life and self-management skills. Completion of monthly lead OT audit report to
reflect service achievements, engagement, and access to occupational therapy
services. Completion of 3-monthly About OT surveys, and completing structured
comparative reports to identify trends, development areas, create clear action
plans, and implement service development. Working in collaboration with the
wider Occupational Therapy Team to develop the service across sites.
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
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.
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder will be part of a
cohesive and enthusiastic multi-disciplinary team. You will be involved in providing specialist
occupational therapy assessment and treatment for individuals receiving
in-patient and community rehabilitation services, enabling service users to
engage in a wide range of individual and group based treatment activities. You will be actively involved in the
promotion of occupational therapy within the service area.
The
post holder will be part of a well recognised service that places emphasis of
staff support and professional development and you will be expected to
participate in staff training and supervision.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1.
Clinical
1.1.
To
undertake specific standardised and non-standardised assessments to formulate
effective treatment plans in conjunction with the service user, family and
carer.
1.2.
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.
1.3.
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.
1.4. 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.
1.5. To
act as the care programme co-ordinator as required and to offer carers an
assessment and care plan where appropriate.
1.6. 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.
1.7. 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.
1.8. To
continue treatment interventions where necessary to assist in the transition of
skills from an inpatient setting to living independently within the community.
1.9. To
work effectively within the multi-agency team ensuring that both written and
verbal communication is clearly maintained to ensure a seamless service.
1.10. To
be responsible for the maintenance of appropriate clinical records concerned
with service user treatment, in accordance with risk management documentation
guidelines.
1.11. 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.
1.12. To
provide accurate and timely reports, statistical data through the electronic
recording system and other information as required.
1.13. To
participate in monthly clinical and managerial supervision and to provide
clinical supervision to other occupational therapy staff/ support staff.
1.14
To work as an autonomous practitioner.
For full job description, please see attached supporting
documents.
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.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to
have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder will be part of a
cohesive and enthusiastic multi-disciplinary team. You will be involved in providing specialist
occupational therapy assessment and treatment for individuals receiving
in-patient and community rehabilitation services, enabling service users to
engage in a wide range of individual and group based treatment activities. You will be actively involved in the
promotion of occupational therapy within the service area.
The
post holder will be part of a well recognised service that places emphasis of
staff support and professional development and you will be expected to
participate in staff training and supervision.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1.
Clinical
1.1.
To
undertake specific standardised and non-standardised assessments to formulate
effective treatment plans in conjunction with the service user, family and
carer.
1.2.
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.
1.3.
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.
1.4. 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.
1.5. To
act as the care programme co-ordinator as required and to offer carers an
assessment and care plan where appropriate.
1.6. 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.
1.7. 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.
1.8. To
continue treatment interventions where necessary to assist in the transition of
skills from an inpatient setting to living independently within the community.
1.9. To
work effectively within the multi-agency team ensuring that both written and
verbal communication is clearly maintained to ensure a seamless service.
1.10. To
be responsible for the maintenance of appropriate clinical records concerned
with service user treatment, in accordance with risk management documentation
guidelines.
1.11. 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.
1.12. To
provide accurate and timely reports, statistical data through the electronic
recording system and other information as required.
1.13. To
participate in monthly clinical and managerial supervision and to provide
clinical supervision to other occupational therapy staff/ support staff.
1.14
To work as an autonomous practitioner.
For full job description, please see attached supporting
documents.
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.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to
have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Health Care Professions Council registration.
Desirable
- Leadership / first line management certificate.
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).
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.
- Experience of working in rehabilitation services.
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 & 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.
- Able to use tact/diplomacy and common sense.
- Committed to team working and providing the best possible patient care.
- Enthusiastic, motivated, professional, resourceful, flexible and adaptable.
- Able to self direct and have good time management skills.
- Able to adapt to change and lead others as a positive change agent.
- Act as a positive role model to other members of the team.
- Able to provide leadership to the team and encourage reflection on practice.
- 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).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Health Care Professions Council registration.
Desirable
- Leadership / first line management certificate.
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).
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.
- Experience of working in rehabilitation services.
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 & 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.
- Able to use tact/diplomacy and common sense.
- Committed to team working and providing the best possible patient care.
- Enthusiastic, motivated, professional, resourceful, flexible and adaptable.
- Able to self direct and have good time management skills.
- Able to adapt to change and lead others as a positive change agent.
- Act as a positive role model to other members of the team.
- Able to provide leadership to the team and encourage reflection on practice.
- 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).
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).
