Job summary
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to provide occupational therapy assessment and treatment interventions for the specified service user group, to carry a caseload as a member of the MDT and to develop theoccupational therapy service provision within the work setting. This role can be on rotation, or a static role, depending on your preference.
We can offer you an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge whether you are seeking your first post or considering a change in specialism. We can be flexible in what we offer, depending on your development needs and preferences.
Main duties of the job
- You will provide occupational therapy assessment and treatment interventions for the specified service user group including 1-1 and group interventions.
- You will carry a caseload as a member of the MDT and to develop the occupational therapy service provision within the setting.
- You will be part of the OT service, which uses the Model Of Human Occupation across the Trust, and the Recovery Through Activity framework for groups.
- You will learn high quality supervision, Preceptorship and KSF processes are an integral part of all the band 5 posts.
- You will attend CPD opportunities include a monthly Band 5 CPD Meeting with tutorials and access to OT in-service training events.
- You will attend in-service training often includes outside speakers who are at the forefront of out profession.
About us
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) is an outstanding organisation with ambitions to match. We are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from theCare Quality Commission, and our aim is to be the leading provider of mental health and specialist learning disability services in the country.
Our family of over 3500 members of staff provide health and social care for over 400,000 people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. We also deliver a range of nationally commissioned specialist services including Tier 4 services for children and young people, perinatal services, plus medium and low secure learning disabilities services.
The care we provide makes a fantastic difference to the lives of our service users, their families and carers - everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:
Our Trust values are:
Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.
These values are at the core of who we are, everything we do, and how we do it!
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To plan and implement individual and/or group interventions in collaboration with the service user, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.
- To undertake occupational therapy assessments for a designated caseload, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits, enabling the service user in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure.
- To build on existing knowledge of the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) through the use of standardised assessment and intervention tools.
- Following assessment, to undertake case formulation in order to highlight occupational strengths and limitations and to inform the intervention plan moving forward.
- To work collaboratively with service users to identify OT goals as part of the overall recovery plan.
- To provide interventions in the manner that is consistent with Trust standards and values.
- To routinely provide feedback to the MDT regarding observed occupational performance throughout contact, which inform ongoing assessment and therapeutic intervention?
- To provide support and education to service users and carers regarding aspects of occupational therapy e.g. equipment fitting, rehabilitation programmes.
For a more detailed explanation of the role, please see attached JD and PS, and also the Band 5 OT Rotation Scheme Info Pack.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To plan and implement individual and/or group interventions in collaboration with the service user, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.
- To undertake occupational therapy assessments for a designated caseload, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits, enabling the service user in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure.
- To build on existing knowledge of the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) through the use of standardised assessment and intervention tools.
- Following assessment, to undertake case formulation in order to highlight occupational strengths and limitations and to inform the intervention plan moving forward.
- To work collaboratively with service users to identify OT goals as part of the overall recovery plan.
- To provide interventions in the manner that is consistent with Trust standards and values.
- To routinely provide feedback to the MDT regarding observed occupational performance throughout contact, which inform ongoing assessment and therapeutic intervention?
- To provide support and education to service users and carers regarding aspects of occupational therapy e.g. equipment fitting, rehabilitation programmes.
For a more detailed explanation of the role, please see attached JD and PS, and also the Band 5 OT Rotation Scheme Info Pack.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION TRAINING
Essential
- oBSc/MSc/PG Dip Occupational Therapy
- oHCPC registration (or applied for)
- oProficient use of Microsoft Office and associated packages
Desirable
- oMembership of RCOT
- oExperience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disability
- oTraining in the use of the Model of Human Occupation in practice areas
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
- oKnowledge of key policy, health legislation and guidelines which impact on OT practice
- oStrong communication skills written and verbal
- oApplied knowledge and understanding and ability to use a range of communication skills to overcome barriers to engagement
- oAbility to work effectively in a team
- oAbility to grade and adapt practical skills
ANALYTICAL SKILLS
Essential
- oCreative problem solving and clinical judgement skills
- oAbility to understand ,respond and adjust appropriately to the changing needs of service users
- oKnowledge and experience of using the range of Model of Human Occupation Assessment tools and other OT related OT.
- oAbility to Critically evaluate group interventions and outcomes
- oAbility to use case formulation to guide OT intervention plan
Desirable
- Involvement in outcome measures, audit and promotion of Occupational Therapy
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION TRAINING
Essential
- oBSc/MSc/PG Dip Occupational Therapy
- oHCPC registration (or applied for)
- oProficient use of Microsoft Office and associated packages
Desirable
- oMembership of RCOT
- oExperience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disability
- oTraining in the use of the Model of Human Occupation in practice areas
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
- oKnowledge of key policy, health legislation and guidelines which impact on OT practice
- oStrong communication skills written and verbal
- oApplied knowledge and understanding and ability to use a range of communication skills to overcome barriers to engagement
- oAbility to work effectively in a team
- oAbility to grade and adapt practical skills
ANALYTICAL SKILLS
Essential
- oCreative problem solving and clinical judgement skills
- oAbility to understand ,respond and adjust appropriately to the changing needs of service users
- oKnowledge and experience of using the range of Model of Human Occupation Assessment tools and other OT related OT.
- oAbility to Critically evaluate group interventions and outcomes
- oAbility to use case formulation to guide OT intervention plan
Desirable
- Involvement in outcome measures, audit and promotion of Occupational Therapy
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).
