Job summary
An exciting 12-month fixed contract opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our dynamic Acute Adult Mental Health team at the Riverside Centre in Hillingdon working within a small 8-bed Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) with a great supportive and team working MDT.
The role provides an excellent opportunity for Band 5 OT aspiring to progress to Band 6 or experienced Band 6 aiming to develop their skills within a mental health setting.The role comes with exciting opportunities and training to enhance your skills andknowledge including:
- A variety of internal and external training opportunities
- Access to the Oxleas AHP Beyond Preceptorship programme
- Sensory Integration training
- Opportunities to participate in Trauma Informed team formulations;
- Reflective practice sessions to support you in addressing challenges and help
improve your practice and service delivery.Tell us what opportunities and experiences you would like and we will work with youto achieve them through robust supervision and appraisal processes. Flexibleoptions are available. Come and talk to us and let's support you to take that nextstep in your career.
Main duties of the job
To provide the multidisciplinary team (MDT) with an OT service; this will include individual and group work, assessment, intervention, and evaluation in accordance with the Royal College of OT's Standards of Proficiency.To manage a caseload of service users; using evidence-based practice, andrecovery principles and to assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment.To integrate evidence-based practice and skilful use of assessment 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.
This will include the completion of functional assessments from whichrecommendations can determine further ongoing care and treatment to enable optimum functioning.To apply a level of understanding of the effects of mental and/or physical health conditions; providing training and advice on lifestyle changes and adaptations to the service user's social and physical environment. This will include undertaking assessments and making recommendations with regard to the provision of equipment/aids and adaptations.To undertake the Preceptorship process as outlined by RCOT guidelines and CNWL Trust policy where applicable.To contribute to service development of local OT services.
About us
Come and join us and be one of the friendly and supportive 1500 Therapists / AHP's in CNWL. We work in many different teams in both physical and mental health, as well as a number of specialist areas. You could have a career for life with us and maintain your dual skills.CNWL is very fortunate in having a long-established professional structure and this includes a Head of Therapies, an AHP associate director, Trust-wide Professional Leads for all professional groups, and borough and specialist professional leadership.
This has the huge benefit of ensuring the representation of our profession and therapies as a whole at all levels - both strategically andoperationally.Personal and professional development is a high priority for the profession this enables us to invest in the development of our staff by providing excellent internal training as well as commissioning specialised external training and providing quality supervision.
This ensures all our therapists / AHP's reach their full potential at everystage of their careers. Our commitment to research, audit, and evidence-based practice is made possible by our strong links with local universities and our CNWL AHP Research Network.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion are a priority for us in CNWL we expect staff to be culturally competent, reflective, and open to culturally diverse CPD opportunities. We are working hard to support the recruitment and development of staff from all protected characteristics and welcome applications from any interested applicants.
Hillingdon is a London borough easily accessible from inner London and surrounding boroughs and counties.
Vaccination
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name
Francis Maina
Job title
Lead Occupational Therapist
Email address
f.maina@nhs.net
Additional contact information
Tallis Murphy tallismurphy@nhs.net
Person specification
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Essential criteria
Maximum score 2
- Demonstrates an understanding of EBP
Desirable criteria
Maximum score 4
- Research experience.
- Audit experience
EDUCATION and QUALIFICATIONS
Essential criteria
Maximum score 6
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
- Registered with HCPC.
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential criteria
Maximum score 2
- Placement experience as a student.
Desirable criteria
Maximum score 4
- Experience of working in a multicultural environment
- Previous health, social care or voluntary experience
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential criteria
Maximum score 24
- Can demonstrate an application of OT process
- Is able to undertake caseload management.
- Clear understanding of risk assessment and management.
- Clear understanding of the assessment process and use of assessment tools
- Demonstrates reflective practice
- Demonstrates service user centred practice
- Interest in a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques: practical/creative/psycho-educational and psychodynamic
- Ability to work creatively to engage service users/patients.
- Ability to prioritise workload/use own initiative.
- Ability to treat service users with respect and dignity at all times, adopting a culturally sensitive approach, which considers the needs of the whole person.
- Ability to build constructive working relationships (colleagues and service users).
- Demonstrates effective communication skills both written and verbal.
Desirable criteria
Maximum score 6
- Use of standardised assessment tools
- Presentation skills
- Car driver or use of motorized transport
SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE
Essential criteria
Maximum score 12
- Has knowledge of OT theory related to practice.
- Can demonstrate clear clinical reasoning skills.
- Knowledge of mental and physical health conditions.
- Awareness of local and national issues and relevant legislation.
- Has a clear concept of clinical models of practice.
- Demonstrates a clear understanding of the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
Essential criteria
Maximum score 8
- Can work autonomously.
- Is able to take responsibility.
- Has excellent team skills.
- Has excellent time management and organisational skills.
Other
Desirable criteria
Maximum score 2
- Membership of RCOT/specialist section.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion are a priority for us in CNWL we expect staff to be culturally competent, reflective, and open to culturally diverse CPD opportunities. We are working hard to support the recruitment and development of staff from all protected characteristics and welcome applications from any interested applicants.
Hillingdon is a London borough easily accessible from inner London and surrounding boroughs and counties.
Vaccination
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name
Francis Maina
Job title
Lead Occupational Therapist
Email address
f.maina@nhs.net
Additional contact information
Tallis Murphy tallismurphy@nhs.net
Person specification
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Essential criteria
Maximum score 2
- Demonstrates an understanding of EBP
Desirable criteria
Maximum score 4
- Research experience.
- Audit experience
EDUCATION and QUALIFICATIONS
Essential criteria
Maximum score 6
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
- Registered with HCPC.
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential criteria
Maximum score 2
- Placement experience as a student.
Desirable criteria
Maximum score 4
- Experience of working in a multicultural environment
- Previous health, social care or voluntary experience
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential criteria
Maximum score 24
- Can demonstrate an application of OT process
- Is able to undertake caseload management.
- Clear understanding of risk assessment and management.
- Clear understanding of the assessment process and use of assessment tools
- Demonstrates reflective practice
- Demonstrates service user centred practice
- Interest in a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques: practical/creative/psycho-educational and psychodynamic
- Ability to work creatively to engage service users/patients.
- Ability to prioritise workload/use own initiative.
- Ability to treat service users with respect and dignity at all times, adopting a culturally sensitive approach, which considers the needs of the whole person.
- Ability to build constructive working relationships (colleagues and service users).
- Demonstrates effective communication skills both written and verbal.
Desirable criteria
Maximum score 6
- Use of standardised assessment tools
- Presentation skills
- Car driver or use of motorized transport
SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE
Essential criteria
Maximum score 12
- Has knowledge of OT theory related to practice.
- Can demonstrate clear clinical reasoning skills.
- Knowledge of mental and physical health conditions.
- Awareness of local and national issues and relevant legislation.
- Has a clear concept of clinical models of practice.
- Demonstrates a clear understanding of the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
Essential criteria
Maximum score 8
- Can work autonomously.
- Is able to take responsibility.
- Has excellent team skills.
- Has excellent time management and organisational skills.
Other
Desirable criteria
Maximum score 2
- Membership of RCOT/specialist section.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- Registered with HCPC.
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
Desirable
- Fieldwork education/student supervision course.
Experience
Essential
- Postgraduate occupational therapy experience.
- Experience in group facilitation
- Experience of ADL assessments and provision of equipment.
- Experience of working in a multi cultural environment.
- Experience of MDT working.
- Experience in interfacing with primary care and 3rd sector organisations
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Can demonstrate an application of OT process.
- Clear understanding of the assessment process and use of OT assessment tools.
- Is able to undertake caseload management
- Demonstrates an understanding of the physical health agenda in mental health (if relevant)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- Registered with HCPC.
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
Desirable
- Fieldwork education/student supervision course.
Experience
Essential
- Postgraduate occupational therapy experience.
- Experience in group facilitation
- Experience of ADL assessments and provision of equipment.
- Experience of working in a multi cultural environment.
- Experience of MDT working.
- Experience in interfacing with primary care and 3rd sector organisations
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Can demonstrate an application of OT process.
- Clear understanding of the assessment process and use of OT assessment tools.
- Is able to undertake caseload management
- Demonstrates an understanding of the physical health agenda in mental health (if relevant)
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).
