Occupational Therapist - Littlemore

Job summary

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist to work within our pre-discharge unit at Littlemore Mental Health Centre in Oxford.

This role is based at Lambourn House, a 15-bedded low secure forensic unit for males and females. The focus of input is rehabilitation, aiming to support patients in successfully transitioning on from hospital. We are an innovative service, developing and strengthening our provision to include a wide spectrum of interventions including sensory assessments, vocational opportunities, links with the Recovery College, and more.

You'll manage a defined caseload and provide Occupational Therapy that is evidence based and follows client centred principles. This will include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the outcome of interventions and documenting all stages of the process.

We offer a supportive learning culture to promote your personal and professional development at Oxford Health. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to participate in our fantastic Flyer Programme (preceptorship). Watch our Flyer Programme video to find out more.

This role includes an RSU Allowance of £1,446 per annum on top of your salary.

Main duties of the job

• Provide Occupational Therapy that is evidence based and follows client centred principles. This will include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the outcome of intervention. Interventions may be carried out in hospital, community settings or during home visits.
• Work as a member of the multidisciplinary team establishing effective relationships with colleagues so as to benefit the treatment of clients in each setting. This will include contributing to decision making with regard to client care programmes
• Communicate clearly the results of assessment, intervention and evaluation to referrers and othersinvolved with clients
• Liaise regularly with Occupational Therapists and clinical teams to develop/provide integrated services.
• Develop skills and knowledge through participation in the Preceptorship Programme and other post-graduate opportunities

Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties

About us

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East 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"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Lambourn House, Littlemore Mental Health Centre

Sandford Road

Oxford

OX4 4XN

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Lambourn House, Littlemore Mental Health Centre

Sandford Road

Oxford

OX4 4XN

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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