Job summary
To lead on the therapeutic engagement and community re-integration/school reintegration for all young people at The Coborn Centre for Adolescent Mental health under the supervision of the qualified OTs.
-To implement all aspects of Occupational Therapy intervention and goal planning for all young people at the Coborn Centre under the supervision and guidance of a qualified OT
- To promote the OT recovery model and become the beacon of excellent care, respect and inclusion
- To support individual and group work.
- To lead aspects of the therapeutic timetable
Main duties of the job
- To prepare and implement programmes of therapeutic activities for Young People with chronic and severe mental health needs as well as highly complex mental health difficulties in the Day Service, PICU and the Acute Service of The Coborn Service (during evenings and weekends if and when needed from the Service). These programmes are based on professional guidelines received from qualified therapy staff.
- To plan and provide programmes of therapeutic activities tailored to the young people's needs within the framework laid down by the Occupational Therapist with minimal support and/or supervision
- Plan and provide therapeutic programmes of activities within the established OT framework, facilitate group therapy sessions and provide individual support
- To actively involve and support clients as required in their care plan.
- To observe and report back about any suggested changes in the therapeutic activities and encourage the clients in developing a sense of their own identity, personal needs and social interactions during their recovery and rehabilitation programme.
- To deeply respect the individual's religious beliefs and cultural practices.
- To observe and report any changes to the client's health and environment to qualified staff and appropriate agencies (internal and/or external)
About us
The Coborn centre for Adolescent Mental health is an Inpatient mental health service for young people age 13-18 with highly complex mental health needs. The OT Team within the Coborn Service is a highly respected team that comprises of 1 full time Head OT (8b), 1 part time Lead OT (Band 8a), 1 full time Band 7 OT, 1 full time Band 6 OT, our part time Sports Therapist and Sports Instructor as well as 4 OTAs. It is a team that is welcoming, caring, supportive and very passionate about what OT can offer in inpatient services for young people with complexities in their presentations. We have a well established OT pathway and we always put the young people and their families at the centre.
We would love to welcome you to our team and support you to develop
Job description
Job responsibilities
To lead on the therapeutic engagement and community re-integration/school reintegration for all young people at The Coborn Centre for Adolescent Mental health under the supervision of the qualified OTs.
-To implement all aspects of Occupational Therapy intervention and goal planning for all young people at the Coborn Centre under the supervision and guidance of a qualified OT
- To promote the OT recovery model and become the beacon of excellent care, respect and inclusion
- To support individual and group work.
- To lead aspects of the therapeutic timetable
Job description
Job responsibilities
To lead on the therapeutic engagement and community re-integration/school reintegration for all young people at The Coborn Centre for Adolescent Mental health under the supervision of the qualified OTs.
-To implement all aspects of Occupational Therapy intervention and goal planning for all young people at the Coborn Centre under the supervision and guidance of a qualified OT
- To promote the OT recovery model and become the beacon of excellent care, respect and inclusion
- To support individual and group work.
- To lead aspects of the therapeutic timetable
Person Specification
Education/ Qualification/ Training
Essential
- Fluent in both oral and written English
- GCSE level or equivalent in English
- Good numerical skills
Experience
Desirable
- Working within a mental health, school or social care setting for at least one year
- To have training in one or more relevant skills e.g. leisure skills, employment, health/social care or education
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Understanding or skills in any of the following areas: daily living, leisure, work, cookery, physical fitness and creative art.
- An understanding of essential life skills e.g. budgeting and an ability to teach them.
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good teamwork skills
- An ability to lead therapeutic activity sessions [individual/group]
- Good observation skills
- An ability to recognise your limits and learning needs and seek advice and support from senior staff as necessary.
- An ability to use feedback constructively and develop high standards for better patient care.
- An ability to be flexible and adaptable in treating clients to suit their changing needs
- An ability to carry out administrative duties as required.
- An ability to promote benefits and use of OT with clients, carers and visitors.
Other
Essential
- To show an understanding of principles and practice of Equal Opportunities in Mental Health Services and a commitment to working within the framework
Person Specification
Education/ Qualification/ Training
Essential
- Fluent in both oral and written English
- GCSE level or equivalent in English
- Good numerical skills
Experience
Desirable
- Working within a mental health, school or social care setting for at least one year
- To have training in one or more relevant skills e.g. leisure skills, employment, health/social care or education
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Understanding or skills in any of the following areas: daily living, leisure, work, cookery, physical fitness and creative art.
- An understanding of essential life skills e.g. budgeting and an ability to teach them.
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good teamwork skills
- An ability to lead therapeutic activity sessions [individual/group]
- Good observation skills
- An ability to recognise your limits and learning needs and seek advice and support from senior staff as necessary.
- An ability to use feedback constructively and develop high standards for better patient care.
- An ability to be flexible and adaptable in treating clients to suit their changing needs
- An ability to carry out administrative duties as required.
- An ability to promote benefits and use of OT with clients, carers and visitors.
Other
Essential
- To show an understanding of principles and practice of Equal Opportunities in Mental Health Services and a commitment to working within the framework
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
East London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Coborn centre for Adolescent Mental health
Glen Road, Cherry Tree Way (behind the Newham Centre for mental health)
Plaistow
E13 8SP
Employer's website
https://www.elft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
