Job summary
As Occupational Therapist you will provide occupational therapy
assessment and treatment to survivors of acquired brain injury (ABI) who have
been referred to the Headway East London services, as part of the Day Service
in Haggerston or the Enfield community service. You will focus primarily on
activity and participation issues. You will also provide advice,
recommendations and training to Headway staff or external organisations.
Main duties of the job
- Undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessment, treatment and evaluation of progress with individuals with complex neurological presentations as an autonomous practitioner, including the assessment of neurological impairment (including cognition, perception, upper limb impairment, and fatigue) as well as activity limitations and participation restrictions, using evidence-based tools and outcome measures, to ensure effective intervention.
- Negotiate goal-directed intervention with individuals and / or carers to establish a realistic person-centred treatment programme and promote an individuals choice and autonomy.
- Contribute to the development of, and run, a range of therapeutic groups offered at Headway and in Enfield to ensure they continue to meet the needs of members with support from the Technical Instructor and Therapy Manager
- Maintain accurate and up to date documentation for all of caseload and provide written reports for external professionals such as GPs and case managers to meet professional and organisational demands.
- Communicate effectively and empathetically with individuals with speech, cognitive and behavioural difficulties including communicating information which may be of a complex and sensitive nature and employ appropriate skills to motivate an individual in their treatment programme.
About us
Headway East London
(www.headwayeastlondon.org) is a charity supporting people living with brain
injury. Working across 13 London boroughs we offer specialist support and
services for survivors and their families. We offer therapies, advocacy, family
support and community support work alongside our day service: a community venue
where people can make the most of their abilities and interests.
We also promote awareness
and understanding of brain injury by providing information to the public, and
offering training to university students, professionals and businesses.
Our vision is to build a
community where people with brain injury are valued, respected and able to
fulfil their potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Principal Duties and
Responsibilities
- Undertake comprehensive
occupational therapy assessment, treatment and evaluation of progress with
individuals with complex neurological presentations as an autonomous
practitioner, including the assessment of neurological impairment (including
cognition, perception, upper limb impairment, and fatigue) as well as activity
limitations and participation restrictions, using evidence-based tools and
outcome measures, to ensure effective intervention.
- Negotiate goal-directed
intervention with individuals and / or carers to establish a realistic person-centred
treatment programme and promote an individuals choice and autonomy.
- Contribute to the
development of, and run, a range of therapeutic groups offered at Headway and
in Enfield to ensure they continue to meet the needs of members with support
from the Technical Instructor and Therapy Manager.
- Maintain accurate and up
to date documentation for all of caseload and provide written reports for
external professionals such as GPs and case managers to meet professional and
organisational demands.
- Communicate effectively
and empathetically with individuals with speech, cognitive and behavioural
difficulties including communicating information which may be of a complex and
sensitive nature and employ appropriate skills to motivate an individual in their
treatment programme.
- Communicate complex
information effectively to ensure collaborative working within the therapy
service, wider staff team and with other professionals across health and social
care.
- Assess and determine the
need for assistive technology and / or adaptive environments to enhance an
individuals independence, making recommendations to individuals / carers and
other staff / professionals, training and training individuals and carers in
their use agencies to ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated service.
- Carry out intervention
with people with complex and challenging behaviour as a lone worker in a
variety of domestic and public settings, including public transport; requiring
management of unpredictable situations, a problem-solving approach to risk
management, empathy and negotiation skills to maintain safety and dignity.
- Screen new referrals to
the Enfield brain injury service and ensure the waiting list is kept up to date
in line with our KPIs and referral pathways.
- Support, advise and
facilitate training of staff, volunteers and carers, presenting on topics such
as cognition, fatigue, effects of brain injury and safe use of wheelchairs, as
well as provide advice to educational establishments, workplaces and other
community resources to promote an individuals successful (re) engagement in
education / work / leisure in the community within appropriate professional
capacity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Principal Duties and
Responsibilities
- Undertake comprehensive
occupational therapy assessment, treatment and evaluation of progress with
individuals with complex neurological presentations as an autonomous
practitioner, including the assessment of neurological impairment (including
cognition, perception, upper limb impairment, and fatigue) as well as activity
limitations and participation restrictions, using evidence-based tools and
outcome measures, to ensure effective intervention.
- Negotiate goal-directed
intervention with individuals and / or carers to establish a realistic person-centred
treatment programme and promote an individuals choice and autonomy.
- Contribute to the
development of, and run, a range of therapeutic groups offered at Headway and
in Enfield to ensure they continue to meet the needs of members with support
from the Technical Instructor and Therapy Manager.
- Maintain accurate and up
to date documentation for all of caseload and provide written reports for
external professionals such as GPs and case managers to meet professional and
organisational demands.
- Communicate effectively
and empathetically with individuals with speech, cognitive and behavioural
difficulties including communicating information which may be of a complex and
sensitive nature and employ appropriate skills to motivate an individual in their
treatment programme.
- Communicate complex
information effectively to ensure collaborative working within the therapy
service, wider staff team and with other professionals across health and social
care.
- Assess and determine the
need for assistive technology and / or adaptive environments to enhance an
individuals independence, making recommendations to individuals / carers and
other staff / professionals, training and training individuals and carers in
their use agencies to ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated service.
- Carry out intervention
with people with complex and challenging behaviour as a lone worker in a
variety of domestic and public settings, including public transport; requiring
management of unpredictable situations, a problem-solving approach to risk
management, empathy and negotiation skills to maintain safety and dignity.
- Screen new referrals to
the Enfield brain injury service and ensure the waiting list is kept up to date
in line with our KPIs and referral pathways.
- Support, advise and
facilitate training of staff, volunteers and carers, presenting on topics such
as cognition, fatigue, effects of brain injury and safe use of wheelchairs, as
well as provide advice to educational establishments, workplaces and other
community resources to promote an individuals successful (re) engagement in
education / work / leisure in the community within appropriate professional
capacity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy recognised by
- COT. HSPC Registration and a member of the BAOT.
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant courses
- undertaken, Member of COT SS - Neurological Practice.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Essential
- Detailed understanding of the evidence base in occupational therapy within neurological rehabilitation
- Awareness of own competency level
- Good understanding of the issues relevant to a person with acquired brain injury
- Highly effective verbal and written communication skills
- including clear and concise verbal and written reporting skills.
- Ability to relate well to people on a one-to-one basis & in group settings and be empathic with others situations.
- Excellent listening skills.
- Awareness of own competency level and ability to seek appropriate help when appropriate.
- Ability to work under pressure and to stay calm in stressful situations.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office/365.
Desirable
- Understanding of the demographic Headway East London serves
- Understanding of the voluntary sector
- Awareness of the various other support services available in the Headway East London catchment area
Other Requirements
Essential
- Personally and professionally responsible.
- A commitment to team working.
- A commitment to equal opportunities.
- Ability to work flexibly and willingness to work occasional evenings
- Sense of humour
- Developed literacy and numeracy skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Zoom
- This role requires ability to travel to and across the borough of Enfield
- This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable post graduate experience of working within a neurological rehabilitation setting
- Demonstrable experience of MDT working at Band 6 equivalent level
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development and reflective practice
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of working with adults with acquired brain injury
- Demonstrable experience working in community settings
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy recognised by
- COT. HSPC Registration and a member of the BAOT.
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant courses
- undertaken, Member of COT SS - Neurological Practice.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Essential
- Detailed understanding of the evidence base in occupational therapy within neurological rehabilitation
- Awareness of own competency level
- Good understanding of the issues relevant to a person with acquired brain injury
- Highly effective verbal and written communication skills
- including clear and concise verbal and written reporting skills.
- Ability to relate well to people on a one-to-one basis & in group settings and be empathic with others situations.
- Excellent listening skills.
- Awareness of own competency level and ability to seek appropriate help when appropriate.
- Ability to work under pressure and to stay calm in stressful situations.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office/365.
Desirable
- Understanding of the demographic Headway East London serves
- Understanding of the voluntary sector
- Awareness of the various other support services available in the Headway East London catchment area
Other Requirements
Essential
- Personally and professionally responsible.
- A commitment to team working.
- A commitment to equal opportunities.
- Ability to work flexibly and willingness to work occasional evenings
- Sense of humour
- Developed literacy and numeracy skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Zoom
- This role requires ability to travel to and across the borough of Enfield
- This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable post graduate experience of working within a neurological rehabilitation setting
- Demonstrable experience of MDT working at Band 6 equivalent level
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development and reflective practice
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of working with adults with acquired brain injury
- Demonstrable experience working in community settings
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).
