Job summary
We are looking for a Band 6 Occupational therapist with strong communication and organisational skills, a clear understanding of occupational therapy models, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team/s. Motivation, flexibility, initiative, and enabling approach are essential, along with experience in physical health settings.
This role combines direct clinical provision and supervising and developing large number of Community Health Care Support Workers to deliver holistic enabling care plans.
We will also consider candidates interested in a developmental role from Band 5 Occupational therapist to band 6 Occupational therapist.
Main duties of the job
As a Band 6 Occupational Therapist, you will support people with complex needs, across different clinical pathways as they move/transition from inpatient setting and/or whilst admitted at Hospital at home. You will deliver specialist assessments and interventions, work closely with number of multidisciplinary teams, and help shape care plans that promote recovery and social inclusion.
You will be clinically supporting large number of Community Health Care Support Workers, delivering holistic goal orientated care plans.
About us
Camden Carelink and Phlebotomy Service is a part of the Camden Integrated Community Service and provides reablement and case management to service users living in their home/usual residence. The team is comprised of Occupational therapists, Physiotherapist a Nurse Educator, Community Health Support Workers and Phlebotomists, and is planning to expand to include other therapy professionals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full detail regarding responsibilities please refer to the attached Job description and person specification documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full detail regarding responsibilities please refer to the attached Job description and person specification documents.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- Currently registered with HCPC
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Relevant Professional Body Membership
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification relevant to the healthcare environment
Experience
Essential
- Post-qualification experience in NHS or similar healthcare economy
- Experience in independently managing a caseload of patients
- Experience of supervising junior colleagues & students
- Evidence of multi-disciplinary working
Desirable
- Previous community therapist experience
- Experience in a rehabilitation setting
Ability & Skills
Essential
- Develop and maintain communication with people about difficult matters and/or in difficult situations
- Contribute towards improving quality in own work area and encourage others to do so
- Ability to inspire & motivate clients
- Innovative and flexible working
- Sound communication and interpersonal skills
- Intermediate IT skills
- Support equality and diversity
Desirable
- Sound decision making skills and the ability to prioritise own caseload & time management activity in the face of conflicting demands
- Rehabilitation & disability management skills
Knowledge
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of the NHS modernisation agenda and the implications for community services
- Knowledge of long-term conditions including end of life care and the drive toward care for these patients
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- Currently registered with HCPC
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Relevant Professional Body Membership
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification relevant to the healthcare environment
Experience
Essential
- Post-qualification experience in NHS or similar healthcare economy
- Experience in independently managing a caseload of patients
- Experience of supervising junior colleagues & students
- Evidence of multi-disciplinary working
Desirable
- Previous community therapist experience
- Experience in a rehabilitation setting
Ability & Skills
Essential
- Develop and maintain communication with people about difficult matters and/or in difficult situations
- Contribute towards improving quality in own work area and encourage others to do so
- Ability to inspire & motivate clients
- Innovative and flexible working
- Sound communication and interpersonal skills
- Intermediate IT skills
- Support equality and diversity
Desirable
- Sound decision making skills and the ability to prioritise own caseload & time management activity in the face of conflicting demands
- Rehabilitation & disability management skills
Knowledge
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of the NHS modernisation agenda and the implications for community services
- Knowledge of long-term conditions including end of life care and the drive toward care for these patients
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).
