About this role
Job summary
Ty Llidiard is a 15 bedded tier 4 General Adolescent Mental Health Unit with a high care ward, serving the population of South Wales. The unit has a full multi-disciplinary team, with a range of medical, nursing and therapeutic posts. The unit assesses and works with young people between the ages of 12 and 18 who live in South, Mid and West Wales who are experiencing psychiatric disorders such as anorexia nervosa, clinical depression, self-harming behaviours and early onset psychosis. The successful applicant will work as part of a large multi-disciplinary team in the delivery of care and treatment for children and young people.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new Occupational Therapy Team within Ty Llidiard - ensuring the delivery of an evidence-based, occupationally focussed specialist assessment and intervention service. The team comprises of a Band 7 Lead Occupational Therapist, a Band 6 Occupational Therapist, this position, and one other part-time Band 4 Assistant Occupational Therapy Practitioner.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary team. Working under the supervision of Occupational Therapists, you will support the delivery of assessments and interventions that enable young people to achieve their goals and progress towards successful discharge.
In this role, you will support the delivery of occupational therapy-led group and individual interventions designed to help service users develop skills, confidence and independence. Interventions will be delivered across a range of settings, including the ward and community environments. You will facilitate activity-based interventions, work collaboratively with third-sector organisations and partner agencies, and contribute to personalised treatment plans informed by occupational therapy assessments.
You will build positive and supportive relationships with service users, families, carers and professionals, adapting your approach to meet individual needs and promote accessible communication. The role also involves contributing to service development initiatives, supporting training activities, maintaining accurate clinical records, and ensuring high standards of care and professional practice are upheld throughout the service.
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 improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o 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
Qualifications
Essential
- Practical knowledge to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent skills, knowledge and experience.
- Diploma in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
- Have knowledge of the role of occupational therapy within a mental health and wellbeing context
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with others experiencing mental health and wellbeing issues
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B1) are Desirable for this Role.
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
Ty Llidiard, Princess of Wales Hospital
Coity Road
Bridgend
CF311RQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)