Job summary
Do you enjoy working with people with mental health difficulties on goals that support their recovery?
Do you have experience working clinically in a mental health setting?
There is a fantastic opportunity for an HCPC registered individual to join the Sandford Ward in Oxford as an Occupational Therapist, working with male adults of the age of 65 and over who are experiencing mental health challenges.
Successful candidates must be confident in their assessment and clinical reasoning skills, be able to manage their time effectively and be a proactive member of the multi-disciplinary team.
Excellent communication skills are required and the ability to be adaptable, flexible and creative when working with people with varying levels of need.
Main duties of the job
Responsibilities of the role include:
- To carry out the initial screening and assessment of all service users admitted to the ward and to undertake intensive short-term treatment where appropriate.
- To manage a caseload of clients with complex OT needs, using evidence based/client-centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions in the ward and community settings and on home visits.
- To be responsible for monitoring and evaluating treatment plans, transferring service users to the AMHT / CMHT, other teams within the Trust, or third sector organisations when appropriate
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Details
Date posted
03 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
267-OA7304649
Job locations
Sandford Ward, Fulbrook Centre
Churchill Hospital, Old Road
Oxford
OX3 7JU
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
Sandford Ward, Fulbrook Centre
Churchill Hospital, Old Road
Oxford
OX3 7JU
Employer's website
https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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