About this role
Job summary
Whilst we welcome all applications from all suitable candidates, unfortunately, we will not be offering sponsorship for this role.
The post holder will work as part of the Occupational Therapy Team within the Assessment and treatment service at Astley Court for individuals with a Learning Disability and Mental Health diagnosis. This will involve taking a lead role in formulating and coordinating the Occupational Therapy intervention timetable under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist. The postholder will also be expected to deliver both group and individual Occupationally focused interventions independently or with other members of the multi-disciplinary team based on individuals collaboratively identified therapy goals.
The postholder will be expected to work weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis as part of their regular working pattern.
Main duties of the job
The unit provides high quality, multi-disciplinary specialist assessment and treatment for individuals admitted at times of crisis. The Occupational Therapy Team aims to develop their personal skills, confidence and maximise their independence, through the delivery of highly personalised client centred care to enable a safe, effective and successful reintegration back into their local community with the appropriate level of support to do so.
About us
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from theCare Quality Commission.
Our family of over 4,500 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:
Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.
Job description Job responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
To take a lead in the formulation and delivery of the Occupational Therapy Intervention Timetable guided by the Occupational Therapist. To co-ordinate the allocation of sessions to the Occupational Therapy Assistants within the team in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist To plan and facilitate occupationally based groups guided by an Occupational Therapist. To work individually with service users on specific tasks and therapeutic activity guided by an Occupational Therapist. To carry our specific Occupational Therapy assessments as guided by an Occupational Therapist. To promote a culture of engagement in meaningful occupation within the service in order to enhance quality of life. To provide interventions in the manner that is consistent with Trust standards and values. To provide feedback to the team regarding observed occupational performance during a session which will contribute to assessment and therapeutic interventions. To maintain clinical records using the electronic patient record system. To liaise with carers and other professionals as relevant. To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance. To attend mandatory training including full CPI requirements. To undertake relevant activities to meet training objectives identified with your supervisor. To keep a record of your training and development activities.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Knowledge of Occupational Therapy role within setting Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and associated packages A Levels and/or Health and Social Care NVQ level 3 or equivalent
Desirable
Degree in relevant subject
Experience Essential
Experience of working with people with learning disabilities and/or mental health problems Experience of leading groups and 1:1 interventions
Desirable
Experience of working in a OT related setting Experience of service user and carer involvement in the development of services
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.
Employer details Employer name Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address Little Plumstead Hospital
Little Plumstead
Norwich
NR135EW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.hpft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)