Job summary
An exciting
opportunity has arisen for a motivated Experienced Occupational Therapist in Adult
Social Care Team.
You will be
part of a busy, supportive multi-skilled team of Occupational Therapists,
Occupational Therapy Assistants, Hearing and Vision practitioners, Social Workers
and Assistant Care Managers.
As a team we provide support to vulnerable adults
who may
have a variety of physical or sensory impairments, learning disability or
mental health conditions. Whilst also considering the needs of carers within a
community setting.
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Main duties of the job
To assess the occupational and functional needs of people with disabilities in their own home and take appropriate action to enable, influence and motivate them to live as independently as possible in the community, with due regard to statutory requirements, departmental policy, quality of life, good professional practice and budgetary factors.
To provide support and supervision for appropriate Occupational Therapy and Social Care colleagues.
To screen incoming referrals to Occupational Therapy. Offering specialist advice, issuing equipment and minor adaptations remotely, demonstrating and using good knowledge of the field and relevant services available in Swindon. To prioritise cases to place on appropriate waiting lists.
To uphold standards of practice for Occupational Therapists as defined by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and in accordance with the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT).
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About us
Swindon Borough Council are on an exciting journey to transform service
delivery. We want our town to be the best it can be. Our ambitious vision in
the new Swindon Plan is supported by realistic transformation programmes, with
the people of Swindon at their heart. Because thats who were doing it for
the communities and businesses that make our town great. As part of the
Council, youll support a friendly local authority making decisions with real
impact. Its all for better public services. Better processes. And a better
quality of life, for everyone. Join us, and Swindon will be better with you.
Please note Swindon Borough Council terms
and conditions apply to this role.
As
an employee, you will receive a diverse and exciting environment in which to
work, encouraging creativity and innovation whilst recognising the need to
support ongoing personal development and a flexible work life balance.
For
Swindon to thrive in the future, we need to lay the foundations now. Its why
our regeneration and transformation programmes are already underway. So, youll
be joining us at an exciting time on our journey. Well look to you to share
your knowledge, influence decisions and drive real, positive change. With your
contributions, well achieve our vision of a prosperous, re-vitalised Swindon
together. And youll be proud to say it was made better with you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Key Accountabilities -
Manage a caseload made up complex cases, using person centred practice principles to assess, implement and review Occupational Therapy intervention whilst managing time and resources effectively within complex and changing systems.
To undertake Mental Capacity Assessments (MCA) and Best Interest decisions in line with the MCA (2005) principles.
Promote, develop and model high quality occupational therapy practice including working within statutory responsibilities, evidence based practice and comply with professional standards required by the Health and Care Professions Council.
Ability to manage and resolve complex and high-risk situations using negotiations and diplomacy, involving individuals, their families, or staff groups. Where these fail pass to senior members of staff. Undertake complex moving and handling risk assessments, using your expertise to record the recommendations in a format appropriate to the persons and/or carers needs. Monitoring and evaluating risk and sharing information with the relevant parties including demonstration of recommended techniques. To be competent in moving and positioning assessments and have excellent knowledge of seating solutions to enable the person to maintain their independence and safety at home. Support formal and informal carers, including providing training on moving and handling equipment to provide them with invaluable skills. Understanding and reacting appropriately to avoid carer breakdown. Assess for and recommend minor and major adaptations, which can be complex in nature in accordance with the Care Act and Housing legislation and guidance to enable accessible environments for disabled adults. To contribute to local knowledge (within the team and the service) about universally available services, specialist equipment and adaptations by facilitating outside speakers/internal contacts to improve knowledge within the team.
Fully engage and prepare for own supervision and appraisal through self-evaluation, ensuring that continual professional development is evidenced.
Provide professional advice and support and/or supervision to new members of the team, non-professionally qualified staff and students and ensure that any practice and other concerns are communicated with line managers.
To participate in Practice Educator training and undertake placement support and supervision of Occupational Therapy students.
Work in collaborative partnerships with colleagues from the council, health and other stakeholders within the voluntary and community sector which promote well-being, social inclusion and resilience.
Implement practices that promote participation, inclusivity and the rights of people who access occupational therapy services, their families and their carers in line with their choices, and support others to do so. Demonstrate a continuing commitment to anti-discriminatory and oppressive practice.
Operate within defined budgets for social care with some authorisation capabilities within a fixed and agreed monetary range.
Participate in and where appropriate chair meetings of internal / external partners and other agencies, Best Interest decisions, Case conferences, Discussions on Adaptations, Team meetings etc.
Promote safeguarding within the team in line with Swindon policy and procedures for safeguarding adults. Perform Investigating Officer role including Section 42 (Care Act) enquiries, as required, usually in complex and / or multiagency working situations as appropriate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Read full role profile attached.
Key Accountabilities -
Manage a caseload made up complex cases, using person centred practice principles to assess, implement and review Occupational Therapy intervention whilst managing time and resources effectively within complex and changing systems.
To undertake Mental Capacity Assessments (MCA) and Best Interest decisions in line with the MCA (2005) principles.
Promote, develop and model high quality occupational therapy practice including working within statutory responsibilities, evidence based practice and comply with professional standards required by the Health and Care Professions Council.
Ability to manage and resolve complex and high-risk situations using negotiations and diplomacy, involving individuals, their families, or staff groups. Where these fail pass to senior members of staff. Undertake complex moving and handling risk assessments, using your expertise to record the recommendations in a format appropriate to the persons and/or carers needs. Monitoring and evaluating risk and sharing information with the relevant parties including demonstration of recommended techniques. To be competent in moving and positioning assessments and have excellent knowledge of seating solutions to enable the person to maintain their independence and safety at home. Support formal and informal carers, including providing training on moving and handling equipment to provide them with invaluable skills. Understanding and reacting appropriately to avoid carer breakdown. Assess for and recommend minor and major adaptations, which can be complex in nature in accordance with the Care Act and Housing legislation and guidance to enable accessible environments for disabled adults. To contribute to local knowledge (within the team and the service) about universally available services, specialist equipment and adaptations by facilitating outside speakers/internal contacts to improve knowledge within the team.
Fully engage and prepare for own supervision and appraisal through self-evaluation, ensuring that continual professional development is evidenced.
Provide professional advice and support and/or supervision to new members of the team, non-professionally qualified staff and students and ensure that any practice and other concerns are communicated with line managers.
To participate in Practice Educator training and undertake placement support and supervision of Occupational Therapy students.
Work in collaborative partnerships with colleagues from the council, health and other stakeholders within the voluntary and community sector which promote well-being, social inclusion and resilience.
Implement practices that promote participation, inclusivity and the rights of people who access occupational therapy services, their families and their carers in line with their choices, and support others to do so. Demonstrate a continuing commitment to anti-discriminatory and oppressive practice.
Operate within defined budgets for social care with some authorisation capabilities within a fixed and agreed monetary range.
Participate in and where appropriate chair meetings of internal / external partners and other agencies, Best Interest decisions, Case conferences, Discussions on Adaptations, Team meetings etc.
Promote safeguarding within the team in line with Swindon policy and procedures for safeguarding adults. Perform Investigating Officer role including Section 42 (Care Act) enquiries, as required, usually in complex and / or multiagency working situations as appropriate.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualifications -
- Professional Qualification in Occupational Therapy (Degree or Diploma).
- Registered with the HCPC as an Occupational Therapist.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualifications -
- Professional Qualification in Occupational Therapy (Degree or Diploma).
- Registered with the HCPC as an Occupational Therapist.
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.
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).
