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 Community Mental Health Team in Trafford. We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and dynamic Occupational Therapist, who is keen to deliver high quality, safe services and best practice in Community 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.
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 the Community Care Group; whilst local support and supervision are provided within the team.
We have a strong OT structure across the Community Care Group, and across GMMH. This is further enhanced by Occupational Therapy clinical networks, which you can attend and network with your peers in other localities. This truly is a rare and attractive opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you.
Main duties of the job
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Provide clinical and professional leadership, supervision, support and consultation to occupational therapy staff and MDT colleagues in line with community mental health pathways and operational procedures. Lead an identified cluster with a focus on OT and recovery-based interventions, holding a small caseload of OT-specific and generic work. Support the care group AHP lead in the operational and strategic development of the OT service.
Maintain effective liaison with primary care, GP practices, and local statutory and non-statutory agencies. Adhere to RCOT Codes of Ethics and Professional Standards and HCPC registration requirements, ensuring compliance of others. Maintain clinical competence, using evidence-based, client-centred practice to assess, plan, deliver and evaluate interventions, and record all work in line with CMHT procedures.
Participate in the Operational on-call rota and deputise for the CMHT Team Manager, undertaking delegated duties as required.
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
Job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oDegree in Occupational Therapy
Desirable
- oMasters higher-level degree or equivalent in occupational therapy or related field. OR
- oEquivalent training must include a course of accredited theoretical study to degree/post graduate level in a specialist clinical area OR
- oFormal management qualification oDocumented evidence of post graduate Continuing Professional Development throughout career (min 4years) relevant to specialism, as per R.C.O.T guidelines to meet HCPC registration requirement. oCurrent Fieldwork Educator qualification (APPLE) or within 12 months of appointment
Experience
Essential
- oEvidence of applied post grad theoretical knowledge in specialist area of clinical practice
- oDetailed knowledge of best practice, legislation, governance and risk management relevant to post
- oDemonstrated leadership knowledge and skills in an expert advisory role on service development and strategy, within specialist field. oSpecialist knowledge and application of OT models, assessment and interventions relevant to client group
- oAbility to analyse, evaluate and respond to confidential, highly complex, sensitive and contentious information
- oDetailed knowledge and experience of risk assessment and management within community settings
- oExtensive knowledge of current best practice in OT for people with mental health and physical health problems. oSkills in decision making and prioritising relevant to role.
Knowledge
Essential
- oInitiate, plan and implement training sessions within the trust and other statutory and voluntary services
- oExperience of induction and training of new staff within the Multidisciplinary team
- oRegistration with HCPC
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oDegree in Occupational Therapy
Desirable
- oMasters higher-level degree or equivalent in occupational therapy or related field. OR
- oEquivalent training must include a course of accredited theoretical study to degree/post graduate level in a specialist clinical area OR
- oFormal management qualification oDocumented evidence of post graduate Continuing Professional Development throughout career (min 4years) relevant to specialism, as per R.C.O.T guidelines to meet HCPC registration requirement. oCurrent Fieldwork Educator qualification (APPLE) or within 12 months of appointment
Experience
Essential
- oEvidence of applied post grad theoretical knowledge in specialist area of clinical practice
- oDetailed knowledge of best practice, legislation, governance and risk management relevant to post
- oDemonstrated leadership knowledge and skills in an expert advisory role on service development and strategy, within specialist field. oSpecialist knowledge and application of OT models, assessment and interventions relevant to client group
- oAbility to analyse, evaluate and respond to confidential, highly complex, sensitive and contentious information
- oDetailed knowledge and experience of risk assessment and management within community settings
- oExtensive knowledge of current best practice in OT for people with mental health and physical health problems. oSkills in decision making and prioritising relevant to role.
Knowledge
Essential
- oInitiate, plan and implement training sessions within the trust and other statutory and voluntary services
- oExperience of induction and training of new staff within the Multidisciplinary team
- oRegistration with HCPC
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).
