Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced OT to take on the role of Community OT Lead within Living Well Derbyshire, supporting the development of the 'ageless' element of this offer.
We are looking for someone with an excellent understanding of mental illness within older people and the complexities that issues such as frailty and isolation bring.
The successful candidate will work alongside the existing Older Peoples Community OT Lead, supporting the transformation and development across Derbyshire.
The successful candidate will have demonstrable knowledge and experience of evidence-based models of OT practice and their application into mental health services; and how this applies to the aims of the Community Mental Health Framework and the National AHPs Deliver Strategy.
The ability to lead with a positive attitude towards the change process is essential.
The successful candidate will receive robust supervision, support and guidance from the Area Service Managers and the Occupational Therapy Lead and Professional Lead for Community Services.
Main duties of the job
- To be responsible for the planning and delivery of the new CMH Framework and engagement with VCSE (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises) developing collaborative working with mental health specific VCSE and winder community partners. To lead an asset-based community development approach within and across CMHT's / Living Well Teams.
- To ensure the consistency of the OT offer within community services.
- To support in the management of complex cases as part of the MAT.
- To provide professional leadership to the community OT workforce including recruitment, supervision and development of these staff within the multidisciplinary context, supporting operationally where required.
- To provide specialist Occupational Therapy input to planning, development and evaluation of services within the community teams, holding responsibility for defined projects including development of the OT workforce, engagement with local communities and stakeholders, as well as service delivery.
- To work collaboratively with peer support and recovery services ensuring engagement and partnership working.
- To develop new ways of working and new OT roles within community settings to enhance service need and improve quality of care.
About us
Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.
CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust."
Benefits include:
- Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
- 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service
- Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
- Health service discounts and online benefits
- Incremental pay progression
- Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
- Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
- Health and wellbeing opportunities
- Structured learning and development opportunities
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further details about this position can be found within the job description and person specification. We would encourage anyone interested to get in touch to discuss this excellent opportunity and to hear more about the exciting development of Living Well Derbyshire.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further details about this position can be found within the job description and person specification. We would encourage anyone interested to get in touch to discuss this excellent opportunity and to hear more about the exciting development of Living Well Derbyshire.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) or equivalent Occupational Therapy qualification
- HCPC Registered
- Evidence of post-graduate training in mental health
Desirable
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Able to communicate and negotiate effectively with staff at all levels.
- Able to commit to and work effectively within teams, MDT, and profession specific.
- Ability to work autonomously.
- Effective leadership skills.
- Able to maintain the profile of occupational therapy within a multidisciplinary setting
- Able to establish good working relationships across the Trust and other agencies.
- Demonstrates the ability to professionally role model, empower and motivate staff.
- Occupational Therapy specific assessment and formulation skills.
Desirable
- Supporting effective change management within teams
Values
Essential
- Respect
- Honesty
- Do your best
- People first
Experience
Essential
- Post qualification experience as an Occupational Therapist.
- Community mental health OT clinical experience.
- Supervision of O.T.'s and support staff.
- Applied Knowledge of Five year forward plan for mental health and changes within wider NHS relevant to Mental Health.
- Awareness and knowledge of factors specifically relating to O.T. within the particular setting.
- Demonstrate wider community partnership working & an understanding of asset based community development approaches.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) or equivalent Occupational Therapy qualification
- HCPC Registered
- Evidence of post-graduate training in mental health
Desirable
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Able to communicate and negotiate effectively with staff at all levels.
- Able to commit to and work effectively within teams, MDT, and profession specific.
- Ability to work autonomously.
- Effective leadership skills.
- Able to maintain the profile of occupational therapy within a multidisciplinary setting
- Able to establish good working relationships across the Trust and other agencies.
- Demonstrates the ability to professionally role model, empower and motivate staff.
- Occupational Therapy specific assessment and formulation skills.
Desirable
- Supporting effective change management within teams
Values
Essential
- Respect
- Honesty
- Do your best
- People first
Experience
Essential
- Post qualification experience as an Occupational Therapist.
- Community mental health OT clinical experience.
- Supervision of O.T.'s and support staff.
- Applied Knowledge of Five year forward plan for mental health and changes within wider NHS relevant to Mental Health.
- Awareness and knowledge of factors specifically relating to O.T. within the particular setting.
- Demonstrate wider community partnership working & an understanding of asset based community development approaches.
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).
