Job summary
The postholder will be based in a 15 bedded, mixed sex mental health level 2 rehabilitation ward. You will work under the supervision of a Band 6 OT with the support of an OT assistant.
You will be responsible for completing Occupational therapy assessments, collaboratively developing Occupational formulation and rehabilitation goals. You will implement rehabilitation interventions on a 1:1 and group basis and work within the wider MDT to ensure a comprehensive recovery focused approach is being provided. You will work with service users in a mixture of settings including ward, community venues and home.
You will be responsible for the line management and clinical supervision of the Occupational therapy assistant.
The ward links in with the wider rehabilitation division which incorporates step down pathway for the service user to open or community rehabilitation so you will be have the opportunity to liaise and work with other rehab OTs and members of the MDT
Newly qualified staff will be part of the preceptorship programme to support the transition from university to practice.
You will have access to well established peer supervision and 1:1 supervision provision. You will have access to professional forum to support learning and CPD opportunities.
You will receive a yearly appraisal and be supported in your development including internal and external training.
There is a possible potential for involvement in Trust wide B5 rotation.
Main duties of the job
To complete comprehensive Occupational therapy assessments using the Model of Human Occupation.
To collaboratively develop service user occupational formulation.
To collaboratively develop service user goals.
To devise and implement a treatment plan to work towards goals identified.
To continuously evaluate and adapt treatment plan accordingly.
To provide evidence based 1:1 and group interventions.
To work within the MDT to ensure a team approach to support service user to achieve goals in the least restrictive setting.
To identify service user functional level and make recommendations regarding ongoing rehabilitation goals and/or support needs to ensure timely, sustainable discharge.
To provide line management and clinical supervision to OTA.
To actively participate in clinical supervision
To actively participate in providing and receiving training.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
Band
Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am
All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)
1
Time plus 47%
Time plus 94%
2
Time plus 41%
Time plus 83%
3
Time plus 35%
Time plus 69%
4 9
Time plus 30%
Time plus 60%
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
Band
Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am
All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)
1
Time plus 47%
Time plus 94%
2
Time plus 41%
Time plus 83%
3
Time plus 35%
Time plus 69%
4 9
Time plus 30%
Time plus 60%
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Diploma/degree in Occuaptional therapy
- HCPC registration
Experience
Essential
- Relevant and range of clinical experience working in mental health settings either on placement or within employment
- Application of the Occupational Therapy process in a mental health setting
- Working within a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of planning and facilitating a range of 1:1 and group interventions
Desirable
- Clinical experience within mental health rehabilitation setting
- Experience of working with partnership agencies including statutory and third sector.
- Experience of supervising other staff members or OT students
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Model of Human Occupation and its application within mental health settings
- Knowledge and application of OT assessment, treatment planning, delivery and evaluation in a mental health setting.
- Understanding of the nature of mental health conditions and how they can impact on service user functioning and recovery.
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of mental health act, other relevant legislation and current mental health issues.
- Ability to demonstrate a knowledge of risk and risk management.
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously, set own prioritises and manage time effectively.
- Ability to establish rapport and motivate service users whilst maintaining clear professional boundaries.
- Effective written and oral communication skills including ability to write and produce detailed assessments and reports.
- Able to report back at professional meetings service user outcomes and progress.
Desirable
- Supervise and manage junior staff.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Diploma/degree in Occuaptional therapy
- HCPC registration
Experience
Essential
- Relevant and range of clinical experience working in mental health settings either on placement or within employment
- Application of the Occupational Therapy process in a mental health setting
- Working within a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of planning and facilitating a range of 1:1 and group interventions
Desirable
- Clinical experience within mental health rehabilitation setting
- Experience of working with partnership agencies including statutory and third sector.
- Experience of supervising other staff members or OT students
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Model of Human Occupation and its application within mental health settings
- Knowledge and application of OT assessment, treatment planning, delivery and evaluation in a mental health setting.
- Understanding of the nature of mental health conditions and how they can impact on service user functioning and recovery.
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of mental health act, other relevant legislation and current mental health issues.
- Ability to demonstrate a knowledge of risk and risk management.
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously, set own prioritises and manage time effectively.
- Ability to establish rapport and motivate service users whilst maintaining clear professional boundaries.
- Effective written and oral communication skills including ability to write and produce detailed assessments and reports.
- Able to report back at professional meetings service user outcomes and progress.
Desirable
- Supervise and manage junior staff.
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).
