Job summary
Wessex House is a generic adolescent inpatient unit for young people from the age of 13 up until 18 years of age. Wessex House has developed effective working practices with a rich and diverse therapeutic structure.
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and passionate OT to provide support to the already established OT service and wider MDT. You will be able to draw on well-resourced inpatient facilities to deliver individualised packages of care, as well as facilitating group work, and leading others to do so.
You will benefit from the usual NHS benefits such as 5.4 weeks (full time) annual leave PLUS Bank Holidays, enhanced pay for unsociable hours to complement your income, and flexible working practices to promote a good work-life balance.
Please note this position is for a Band 6 Senior Occupational Therapist, however if you have recently qualified then please do apply and if you were successful you could initially join us on a Band 5 until you have gained the necessary experience. If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Main duties of the job
We have a range of therapeutic approaches on the unit which you will be able to learn from and be involved in; including systemic family therapy and DBT. Regular direct clinical and management supervision as well as reflective practice, case formulation, peer supervision and debriefs will be available to you.
Working in an inpatient service, you'll participate in providing high-quality mental health services for children, young people and their families. You will be part of the multi-disciplinary team, providing assessments, treatment and contributing to care plans. Your work will be within the framework of the Recovery Care Programme Approach. Somerset Partnership encourages the use of evidence-based principles such as the Model of Human Occupation.
About us
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression, and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.
The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.
There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone!
Job description
Job responsibilities
You'll be part of a talented multidisciplinary team, working together, sharing expertise and benefiting from excellent professional development opportunities. All focused on being the best you can be, to deliver CAMH services that really stand out.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You'll be part of a talented multidisciplinary team, working together, sharing expertise and benefiting from excellent professional development opportunities. All focused on being the best you can be, to deliver CAMH services that really stand out.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- Registered to Practice by HCPC
- Knowledge of current best practice in OT, including MOHO based assessments o Ability to work independently with individuals and groups
- A basic knowledge of health legislation and current practice, including RCPA, safeguarding, risk assessment and management
- Ability to present information to a group of people.
- Professional and patient focussed approach with inspirational skills, acting as a role model to colleagues and junior staff members
- Ability to recognise and manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner.
- Excellent organisational skills, ability to manage own time and plan timed activities.
- To be able to demonstrate an awareness and responsibility whilst recognising the impact frequent exposure to distressing circumstances has on care and compassion.
- Required to use appropriate level of personal safety techniques to deal with challenging clients or incidents
- Ability to speak to distressed patients, and at times to relatives/carers by telephone and in person
Desirable
- Previous experience in the mental health field
- Awareness of mental health needs of young people on an In-Patient Ward
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- Registered to Practice by HCPC
- Knowledge of current best practice in OT, including MOHO based assessments o Ability to work independently with individuals and groups
- A basic knowledge of health legislation and current practice, including RCPA, safeguarding, risk assessment and management
- Ability to present information to a group of people.
- Professional and patient focussed approach with inspirational skills, acting as a role model to colleagues and junior staff members
- Ability to recognise and manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner.
- Excellent organisational skills, ability to manage own time and plan timed activities.
- To be able to demonstrate an awareness and responsibility whilst recognising the impact frequent exposure to distressing circumstances has on care and compassion.
- Required to use appropriate level of personal safety techniques to deal with challenging clients or incidents
- Ability to speak to distressed patients, and at times to relatives/carers by telephone and in person
Desirable
- Previous experience in the mental health field
- Awareness of mental health needs of young people on an In-Patient Ward
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.
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).
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
