Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified, motivated and experienced Occupational Therapist, to join a vibrant integrated health and social care Community Mental Health Team. The successful candidate will be required to fulfil the role of an Occupational Therapist within the older adult CMHT multidisciplinary team, based at Claire House in Wigan undertaking Occupational therapy assessments and specific OT work, contributing to the development of the occupational therapy service and providing advice to colleagues.
The post holder will be expected to cover the duty rota providing quality first line core assessments and work proactively in forging professional working relationships with multi-agencies.
You will be welcomed into a supportive, creative and motivated multidisciplinary team that has a strong respect for and commitment to Occupational Therapy and practice development.You will receive regular professional, clinical and managerial supervision and developmental appraisal thus enhancing your current practise and future career prospects.There are regularAllied Health ProfessionalContinued Professional Development Days and opportunities to actively contribute to and influence the development of the Occupational Therapy Service.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act as an Occupational therapist for the Later Life & Memory Service. They will carry out evidence based Occupational Therapy assessments in addition to the Initial Core Assessments, including standardised assessments and patient reviews. They will be delivering diagnosis of dementia and providing Post Diagnostic treatment and support including groups.
They will participate in the teams duty rota.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working as a qualified Occupational Therapist
- Providing Occupational Therapy in a mental health setting
- Using a variety of Occupational vocational assessments
- Planning and carrying out evidence based interventions
- Experience of working with older adults
Desirable
- Experience of working with people living with dementia and their carers
- Experience of supervising support staff
- Experience of presenting in a group setting
Education
Essential
- Diploma/Degree In Occupational Therapy
- Field work educators qualification within 1 year of appointment
- Registration with HPC
Desirable
- Model of Human Occupation training
- Care Programme Approach Training
- Equality Diversity Awareness Training
Knowledge
Essential
- Social inclusion and recovery models
- Evidence based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions relevant to mental health
- Mental health legislation
- Reflective practice
- Knowledge of local cultures, social diversity and an ability to work as an OT within this context
- Knowledge of the CPA process
- Risk assessment and safeguarding
Desirable
- Experience of working with people living with dementia
Skills
Essential
- To apply models of human occupation
- To use a variety of Occupational assessments
- To develop case formulation from assessment
- To plan and implement evidence based interventions aimed at achieving user goals
- To use effective evidence based communication skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working as a qualified Occupational Therapist
- Providing Occupational Therapy in a mental health setting
- Using a variety of Occupational vocational assessments
- Planning and carrying out evidence based interventions
- Experience of working with older adults
Desirable
- Experience of working with people living with dementia and their carers
- Experience of supervising support staff
- Experience of presenting in a group setting
Education
Essential
- Diploma/Degree In Occupational Therapy
- Field work educators qualification within 1 year of appointment
- Registration with HPC
Desirable
- Model of Human Occupation training
- Care Programme Approach Training
- Equality Diversity Awareness Training
Knowledge
Essential
- Social inclusion and recovery models
- Evidence based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions relevant to mental health
- Mental health legislation
- Reflective practice
- Knowledge of local cultures, social diversity and an ability to work as an OT within this context
- Knowledge of the CPA process
- Risk assessment and safeguarding
Desirable
- Experience of working with people living with dementia
Skills
Essential
- To apply models of human occupation
- To use a variety of Occupational assessments
- To develop case formulation from assessment
- To plan and implement evidence based interventions aimed at achieving user goals
- To use effective evidence based communication skills
Desirable
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).
