Job summary
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen, for a keen and motivated Band 7 Occupational Therapist, to join our friendly, well-established multi professional team, here at the Early Intervention Team, Salford.
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and dynamic OT, who is keen to deliver high quality, safe services and best practice in Early Intervention Mental Health. We would welcome applicants with leadership aptitude, innovative and creative ideas, which would support the ongoing development of the service. A specialist interest and experience in mental health is sought.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will have access to a breadth of continued professional development through, annual appraisal, ongoing professional support, professional meetings, regular training and routine clinical and professional supervision. Professional supervision is provided by the AHP Professional Lead for Salford; whilst local support and supervision are provided within the team. We have a strong OT structure within the Salford Division, and across GMMH. This is further enhanced by OT clinical networks, which you can attend and network with your peers in other geographical areas.
This truly is a rare and attractive opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
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
1. Provide clinical and professional leadership, supervision, support and consultation to designated occupational therapy staff and MDT staff in the EI team & wider community services, and in line with relevant clinical pathways.2. To provide line management supervision for identified staff within EI.3. To support the AHP Lead, in the operational and strategic development of the occupational therapy service.4. Undertake liaison and effective working relationships with primary care services, including GP practices and consortia, local community facilities statutory & non-statutory agencies.5. To abide by the Royal College of Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, the Royal College of Occupational Therapy Professional Standards for OT Practice, and the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) Standards for registration, and ensure compliance of others.6. To maintain own clinical and professional competence though designated ring fenced OT client caseload, using an evidence based model to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions and record all interventions.7. To participate in the duty rota for EI.8. To participate in the service bronze on call rota.9. Deputise for the Team Manager and AHP Professional Lead in his/her absence and take on any delegated duties as required.10. To develop the clinical pathways within the team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Provide clinical and professional leadership, supervision, support and consultation to designated occupational therapy staff and MDT staff in the EI team & wider community services, and in line with relevant clinical pathways.2. To provide line management supervision for identified staff within EI.3. To support the AHP Lead, in the operational and strategic development of the occupational therapy service.4. Undertake liaison and effective working relationships with primary care services, including GP practices and consortia, local community facilities statutory & non-statutory agencies.5. To abide by the Royal College of Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, the Royal College of Occupational Therapy Professional Standards for OT Practice, and the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) Standards for registration, and ensure compliance of others.6. To maintain own clinical and professional competence though designated ring fenced OT client caseload, using an evidence based model to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions and record all interventions.7. To participate in the duty rota for EI.8. To participate in the service bronze on call rota.9. Deputise for the Team Manager and AHP Professional Lead in his/her absence and take on any delegated duties as required.10. To develop the clinical pathways within the team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified OT with professional registration
Desirable
- Leadership or coach training
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of applied post grad theoretical knowledge in specialist area of clinical practice (EIT)
Desirable
- Evidence of EI knowledge and skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified OT with professional registration
Desirable
- Leadership or coach training
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of applied post grad theoretical knowledge in specialist area of clinical practice (EIT)
Desirable
- Evidence of EI knowledge and skills
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).
