Job summary
If you are an OT who strives for excellence and wants to develop to your full potential then we would welcome your application.
We are looking for a part Band 6 Occupational Therapist (OT) with post graduate experience to join our Occupational Therapy Team in our adult acute mental health wards. This is an ideal post for a Band 5 thinking of their next career move as there is an established, supportive OT team within the service consisting of a Band 7, Band 6 and 5 roles. The post is for 37.5 hours a week. Occupational Therapy is considered to be a crucial part of the MDT, supporting the recovery principles in the team and having unique and specialised skills to contribute.
We recognise that Band 6's are often the backbone of our clinical teams and we will therefore support their development both clinically and managerially. You will have opportunities to supervise staff, be an educator and have access to both internal and external training. You will receive support from your peers, ward/team manager, matron, Trauma Informed Team formulation as well as receiving individual Occupational Therapy supervision.
The successful applicant may have contact with patients or service users. As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination as this remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients and service users when working on our healthcare settings.
Main duties of the job
The post is in the Acute Mental Health service in Harrow and is based at Northwick Park Hospital.
The post holder will provide an OT specific role within the teams consisting of assessment, group work and individual interventions and would work as part of the established OT and MDT team. They will work within the recovery framework encouraging independence, social integration and achievement of personalized recovery goals and Trauma Informed Approaches.
Applicants will have a BSc/PgDip/MSc OT and be HCPC registered. Post graduate experience within an adult mental health setting is essential and community experience would be desirable. Applicants must have good organizational and communication skills and be able to work effectively within a team
About us
CNWL (Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust) has almost 7,000 staff providing integrated healthcare to a third of London's population, Milton Keynes and areas beyond. We involve service users, carers, the public, staff and partner organisations in the way that we are run.
Our catchment area spans diverse communities, with over 100 first languages spoken. It contains areas of great affluence as well as areas of much deprivation. We are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME and people with disabilities to promote good relations and understanding between our staff. We are recognised locally, nationally and internationally for providing high quality, innovative healthcare. We aim to employ only the best people, and our experts are frequently called upon to contribute to national health strategy and policy, and many models of our care have been adapted for use in other countries.
Become part of our team. We care for you as much as you care for others.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide the multidisciplinary team (MDT) on the Treatment ward with an occupational therapy service and expertise; this will include individual and group work, assessment, intervention and evaluation in accordance with the Royal College of Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics.
Specific to assessment the Occupational Therapist (OT) will utilise MOHO evidence based assessment tools in order to establish a baseline functional assessment from which recommendations can determine further on going care and treatment to enable optimum functioning.
To establish links with other OTs in interfacing acute (for example HTT) and community mental health teams to enable effective continuation of Occupational Therapy input if required.
To manage a caseload of service users with complex, severe and enduring mental health needs; using evidence based and recovery principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment.
To integrate evidence based practice and skilful use of assessments & interventions with personal recovery principles in order to improve the service users quality of life and to support them to do the things they want to do and live the life they want to lead.
To apply a high level of understanding of the effects of mental illness and physical conditions; providing training and advice on lifestyle changes and adaptations to the service users social and physical environment. This will include undertaking assessments and making recommendations with regards to the provision of equipment/aids and adaptations.
To contribute to service development of Local & Trust wide OT services.
To act as fieldwork educator to students on practice placement.
To undertake the Preceptorship process as outlined by RCOT guidelines and CNWL Trust policy where applicable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide the multidisciplinary team (MDT) on the Treatment ward with an occupational therapy service and expertise; this will include individual and group work, assessment, intervention and evaluation in accordance with the Royal College of Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics.
Specific to assessment the Occupational Therapist (OT) will utilise MOHO evidence based assessment tools in order to establish a baseline functional assessment from which recommendations can determine further on going care and treatment to enable optimum functioning.
To establish links with other OTs in interfacing acute (for example HTT) and community mental health teams to enable effective continuation of Occupational Therapy input if required.
To manage a caseload of service users with complex, severe and enduring mental health needs; using evidence based and recovery principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment.
To integrate evidence based practice and skilful use of assessments & interventions with personal recovery principles in order to improve the service users quality of life and to support them to do the things they want to do and live the life they want to lead.
To apply a high level of understanding of the effects of mental illness and physical conditions; providing training and advice on lifestyle changes and adaptations to the service users social and physical environment. This will include undertaking assessments and making recommendations with regards to the provision of equipment/aids and adaptations.
To contribute to service development of Local & Trust wide OT services.
To act as fieldwork educator to students on practice placement.
To undertake the Preceptorship process as outlined by RCOT guidelines and CNWL Trust policy where applicable.
Person Specification
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Paid/unpaid relevant to job.
Essential
- Post qualification experience in mental health services
- Experience in using a range of standardised OT assessments
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment
- Experience of drafting group protocols and setting up / facilitating groups / group programme
- Supervision of OT students / non qualified staff.
- Experience of partnership working in promoting socially inclusive opportunities for patients.
- Experience in completing Risk Assessment Tools
Desirable
- Experience in audit / research projects.
- Experience of care coordination.
- Personal experience of using mental health services
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- Health Professionals Council (HPC) registered Occupational Therapist.
- Fieldwork Educators accreditation.
Desirable
- Relevant training in mental health.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES
Essential
- Clear concept of Occupational Therapy and models of practice
- Good communication skills written, verbal, listening and use of up to date systems of communication i.e. IT systems, e-mail, fax, telephone etc
- Ability to work autonomously, as well as part of an MDT.
- Individual/group work skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload and use initiative.
- Able to work creatively to engage patients
- Timely reporting and record keeping.
- To actively supervise both OT students and unqualified staff
- Regularly identify and undertake appropriate learning opportunities as part of ongoing CPD.
- Recovery focused approach to service delivery.
- Ability to treat service users with respect and dignity at all times, adopting a culturally sensitive approach that considers the needs of the whole person
- Able to build constructive relationships with warmth and empathy, using good communication skills.
- To have completed practice placement educators course
- To determine the impact of mental and physical conditions on service user's functional ability and undertake assessment/make recommendations with regards to the provision of equipment/aids and adaptations.
- Good understanding of the application of risk assessment and risk management strategies which facilitates a patient's recovery
Desirable
- Research and development at graduate level.
- Knowledge of the theory underpinning the Model of Human Occupation.
- Completion of OT medication management training.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Essential
- High level of personal motivation.
- Ability to work in a team setting i.e. collaborating/facilitating/directing and understanding diversity.
- Good organisational skills and ability to delegate effectively
- Ability to encourage patient participation and ensure a high delivery of customer service.
- Flexible in approach.
- Demonstrate self-awareness and an ability to use initiative.
- Ability to manage conflict constructively
- Demonstrate a willingness to develop knowledge and skills.
- Ability to take on responsibility.
- To act as a positive role model for junior staff.
OTHER
Desirable
- Membership of BAOT and Specialist Sections.
Person Specification
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Paid/unpaid relevant to job.
Essential
- Post qualification experience in mental health services
- Experience in using a range of standardised OT assessments
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment
- Experience of drafting group protocols and setting up / facilitating groups / group programme
- Supervision of OT students / non qualified staff.
- Experience of partnership working in promoting socially inclusive opportunities for patients.
- Experience in completing Risk Assessment Tools
Desirable
- Experience in audit / research projects.
- Experience of care coordination.
- Personal experience of using mental health services
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- Health Professionals Council (HPC) registered Occupational Therapist.
- Fieldwork Educators accreditation.
Desirable
- Relevant training in mental health.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES
Essential
- Clear concept of Occupational Therapy and models of practice
- Good communication skills written, verbal, listening and use of up to date systems of communication i.e. IT systems, e-mail, fax, telephone etc
- Ability to work autonomously, as well as part of an MDT.
- Individual/group work skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload and use initiative.
- Able to work creatively to engage patients
- Timely reporting and record keeping.
- To actively supervise both OT students and unqualified staff
- Regularly identify and undertake appropriate learning opportunities as part of ongoing CPD.
- Recovery focused approach to service delivery.
- Ability to treat service users with respect and dignity at all times, adopting a culturally sensitive approach that considers the needs of the whole person
- Able to build constructive relationships with warmth and empathy, using good communication skills.
- To have completed practice placement educators course
- To determine the impact of mental and physical conditions on service user's functional ability and undertake assessment/make recommendations with regards to the provision of equipment/aids and adaptations.
- Good understanding of the application of risk assessment and risk management strategies which facilitates a patient's recovery
Desirable
- Research and development at graduate level.
- Knowledge of the theory underpinning the Model of Human Occupation.
- Completion of OT medication management training.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Essential
- High level of personal motivation.
- Ability to work in a team setting i.e. collaborating/facilitating/directing and understanding diversity.
- Good organisational skills and ability to delegate effectively
- Ability to encourage patient participation and ensure a high delivery of customer service.
- Flexible in approach.
- Demonstrate self-awareness and an ability to use initiative.
- Ability to manage conflict constructively
- Demonstrate a willingness to develop knowledge and skills.
- Ability to take on responsibility.
- To act as a positive role model for junior staff.
OTHER
Desirable
- Membership of BAOT and Specialist Sections.
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).
