About this role
Job summary
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We are excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced occupational therapist to join the award-winning Rough Sleepers Mental Health Team.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for the delivery of a variety of specialist Occupational Therapy assessments and mental health interventions. The overall purpose of the post holder is to ensure that individuals who are referred into the service have their occupational needs assessed and interventions/recommendations are identified to meet these needs and that these are incorporated into an overall formulation of need and appropriate plan of care. The post holder will also be expected to be available for consultation, support and participation within wider MDTs to advise and support our RESET partners.
Main duties of the job
Delivering a high-quality clinical service to patients, their families and RESET partners. The post holder will be responsible for providing the occupational therapy process within RESET service, helping to inform support services and the rough sleeper team. Working in the Rough Sleeper mental health team and RESET service. Managing a complex caseload including key working and responsible for clinical and caseload supervision of other team members where identified. Delivering occupational therapy assessment and interventions, in accordance with an agreed care plan, to an identified group of people experiencing complex mental health related difficulties, substance misuse and homelessness.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification as well as information about the RESET service.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Degree in occupational therapy or equivalent Post qualification courses in occupational therapy
Desirable
Evidence of further clinical study Evidence of study or training in areas including substance misuse or marginalised groups.
Experience Essential
Relevant experience to the role including knowledge and management of long term conditions Working in a multidisciplinary team Ability to manage time and workload effectively
Desirable
Experience of working with adults with complex mental health and substance needs Experience with working with homeless indivduals or the services that support them
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).
Employer details Employer name Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Severnfields Medical Practice
Sundorne Road
Shrewsbury
SY1 4RQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)