About this role
Job summary
A exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Occupational Therapy Team at Prince Charles Hospital, Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB.
As an Occupational Therapy Support Worker you will work closely with the Occupational Therapists and with the wider multi-disciplinary team to provide a patient centred approach to engaging patients whilst adjusting this to reflect their fluctuating needs. You will need to have good communication skills, good time management, prioritisation skills and flexible. Experience of working in a fast paced healthcare environment would be an advantage In addition the role will be vital to support the smooth running of the department by undertaking some administrative tasks.
The successful candidate will be able to understand the key contribution that meaningful activity plays in a persons life, be able to enable rather than 'do for' and be keen to develop their knowledge and skills.
You will be working directly with patients following delegated OT treatment plans both independently and jointly with the OTs. Consequently you will need to have great communication skills, be computer literate, able to juggle your own time and be able to support the work of the team in hospital and at times in the community.
You will receive regular supervision and appraisal from the Occupational Therapist and be expected to take an active role in your continuous personal development.
Main duties of the job
To work as part of the Therapy team to undertake specific clinical and administrative tasks, implement intervention programmes as instructed and delegated by the OT, responding flexibly to the needs of the service.
Support the OT staff by assisting with all modalities of therapeutic care.
To provide care to the patients, as delegated by the OT's, to the extent of their competencies.
Participate in project work, audits and provision of relevant statistics which may be for the benefit of patients or the OT department.
Monitor stocks of equipment and ensure appropriate supplies are ordered.
To promote independence, health and well-being and safety in hospital, home or community settings.
Develop a patient centred approach to engaging patients in specific therapeutic interventions following the aims/methods given by the Therapist and to adjust own clinical interventions based on the fluctuating needs of the person.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improveo We treat everyone with respecto We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If youre comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our Croeso Candidate booklet below for more information.
Person Specification
Education/ knowledge Essential
Evidence of good general education, English/Mathematics GCSE or equivalent qualification, OT OCN credits or NVQ Level 3 NVQ Level 3 in healthcare or equivalent
Desirable
Expected to achieve competency based training within a 2 year period Knowledge of Occupational Therapy
Experience Essential
Experience of team working Experience in dealing with members of the public, service users and external partners.
Desirable
Experience of working with healthcare professionals Previous experience within the NHS
Aptitude Essential
Able to work independently whilst under appropriate supervision Caring and empathetic to the needs of service users. Excellent interpersonal skills Team worker, with skills to work independently.
Circumstances Essential
To be able to travel around the designated area of work in a timely manner. To have the ability to carry out the full range of duties of the post. To be able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
Administrative skills Essential
Computer literacy and keyboard skills. Administrative skills
Communication skills Essential
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Desirable
Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above Ability to work with patients with communication barriers
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address Prince Charles Hospital
Gurnos Estate
Merthyr Tydfil
CF47 0YU
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)