Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic full time Band 6 Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to join Camden and Islington's Hospital Division. This is a new and exciting role which has been funded to support our growing exercise provision within the hospital division and routes into the community pathway.
The post-holder will work across the inpatient wards to deliver a comprehensive exercise offer, utilising the multi-purpose sports hall spaces available across the hospital division. The post-holder will work alongside a small team of exercise professionals to provide bespoke exercise plans and goal attainment work. In addition, they will provide a group exercise programme with an emphasis on healthy lifestyle and well-being.
The post-holder will ensure that their practice is in keeping with current evidence-based practices, in accordance with the Royal College of Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics / Code of Members' Professional Values and Behaviour (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy), and will work with OTs, Arts Therapists, exercise professionals and activity workers to provide a comprehensive treatment programme for service users.
The post-holder will have supervisory responsibility for junior staff and student practitioners working on the wards and community who are part of the exercise pathway.
For enquiries about the post, please contact:
Gerd Sortland, Head OT, Hospital Division on 0207 561 4242 or email gerd.sortland@candi.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
As a member of the wider MDT, the post-holder will provide person-centred assessments and interventions, promoting a recovery approach and social inclusion, to maximise physical activity and lifestyle management. T Close working with our partners (e.g. Arsenal in the Community, GLL and others) are key to the success of this role. The post-holder will ensure that their practice meets the requirements of this clinical group and assess the needs of service users with complex mental and physical health needs.The post-holder will ensure that their practice is in keeping with current evidence-based practices, in accordance with the Royal College of Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics / Code of Members' Professional Values and Behaviour (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy). The post holder is expected to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with other staff members characterised by trust, mutual respect, and open, honest communication.
The post-holder will have supervisory responsibility for junior staff and student practitioners working on the wards and community who are part of the exercise pathway. The post-holder will receive supervision and mentoring from the OT Clinical Lead. The post-holder will be a core member of the exercise steering group to strengthen the exercise pathway from hospital to community and ensure quality provision.
About us
Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust (C&I) provides high quality, safe and innovative mental health care to our patients in the community, in their homes or in hospital. We provide services for adults of working age, adults with learning difficulties, and older people in the London area. We currently deliver the majority of our care to residents in the London Boroughs of Camden and Islington. However, we also provide substance misuse services in Westminster, and a substance misuse and psychological therapies service to people living in Kingston. Our trust is also a member of University College London Partners (UCLP), one of the world's leading academic health science partnerships. In addition we have specialist programmes which provide help and treatment for: veterans living in London, young people caught in the cycle of gang culture, older people living with dementia and other age related mental health conditions. For more information, please access the following link: https://www.candi.nhs.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
CLINICAL
- To provide and support a programme of exercise provision with an emphasis on healthy lifestyle and physical activity across the inpatient service, alongside a small team of exercise professionals.
- To actively involve service users in identifying their needs and goals as part of the multi-disciplinary team care plan.
- To carry out specialist group and individual interventions jointly with other members of the multi-disciplinary team as appropriate.
- To use professional specific assessments and interventions, as appropriate, to support the service users engagement in the exercise pathway.
- To maintain close relationships with third sector partners and develop further opportunities for joint working.
- To apply knowledge and evidence-based practice acquired through ongoing training and clinical development
- To provide information for service users, their families, and the multi-disciplinary team about the local community exercise pathway and support service users to engage with this pathway.
- To contribute to clinical reviews, discharge planning and provide support with transition.
- To monitor and evaluate the programme, in collaboration with the exercise steering group, in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of the intervention.
- To apply a broad level of understanding of disability and mental health difficulties and recommend lifestyle changes or adaptations to service users social or physical environments.
- To adhere to RCOT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct/CSP Code of Members' Professional Values and Behaviour and local and national standards of practice.
- To work flexible hours according to the needs of service delivery, as locally agreed.
- To plan and prioritise own work.
Communication
- To communicate effectively with service users, team members, carers, and other agencies, including taking an active role in developing links with community resources.
- To participate in relevant clinical meetings regarding multi-disciplinary care planning as appropriate.
- To provide and receive complex and sensitive information related to service users, carers, their conditions, and treatment interventions, through the electronic patient record system and by liaising with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- To seek feedback from service users and their families to contribute to service planning and development.
- To participate in occupational therapy meetings/exercise team meetings and engage fully in the exercise steering group.
- To maintain up to date clinical records and profession specific reports in case records in line with policies and professional standards.
Administration
- To maintain up to date clinical and statistical records in accordance with Trust policy and professional standards.
- To use petty cash responsibly and according to procedure.
- To safely manage stock and equipment and any associated repairs/ replacement as appropriate.
- To participate in departmental and ward administrative duties as required.
- To carry out regular evaluation and audit of service.
Training Staff and Students
- To participate in the induction, supervision, training and education of staff, students and volunteers of all disciplines in this setting.
- To offer specialist training to junior exercise staff, occupational therapy staff and MDT colleagues as required.
- To contribute to and participate in CPD sessions and training initiatives.
- To assist the OT Clinical Lead in identifying staff training needs and in creating an environment of reflective practice.
Supervision
- To provide day to day support, regular supervision and appraisal for the designated members within the exercise team.
- Provide practice placements for occupational therapy / physiotherapy students as required.
Service Development
- To contribute to and undertake management of projects as delegated by senior staff within their own area of competence.
- To implement and propose changes to policies specific to own area of work
Professional Development
- To actively participate in the supervision and appraisal process.
- To utilise opportunities to develop skills and knowledge, apply critical appraisal and keep up to date with current practise in the field.
- To support occupational therapy colleagues in the education and training of other professionals and visitors to the department.
- To participate in education programmes for client/service groups.
- To support health promotion and health education initiatives within the locality and within the community directorate.
- To comply with all mandatory training e.g. fire, breakaway, CPR & AED, manual handling and safeguarding.
- To maintain and update a Continuing Professional Development portfolio.
- To participate in and take responsibility for ongoing personal development through internal and external development opportunities.
Clinical Governance, Research and Practice Development
- To participate in evaluation, audit and practice development activities within the exercise team and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- To work with other staff on the implementation of national guidelines for practice.
- To keep up to date by critically evaluating current research and applying it to practice where relevant
3. GENERAL
- All staff are responsible for the continual compliance with CQC standards and outcomes.
- The postholder must be aware of, and work in line with, the Trusts Safeguarding Adults and Children procedures.
4. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
All staff are required to be appraised by their line managers at least once a year at a personal development review meeting where progress made over the last year is discussed and agreed. Focus on the following years departmental and personal objectives will be identified, discussed and agreed. Where necessary, help and support will be provided, and development opportunities agreed in line with service provision and knowledge and skills competency framework.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
CLINICAL
- To provide and support a programme of exercise provision with an emphasis on healthy lifestyle and physical activity across the inpatient service, alongside a small team of exercise professionals.
- To actively involve service users in identifying their needs and goals as part of the multi-disciplinary team care plan.
- To carry out specialist group and individual interventions jointly with other members of the multi-disciplinary team as appropriate.
- To use professional specific assessments and interventions, as appropriate, to support the service users engagement in the exercise pathway.
- To maintain close relationships with third sector partners and develop further opportunities for joint working.
- To apply knowledge and evidence-based practice acquired through ongoing training and clinical development
- To provide information for service users, their families, and the multi-disciplinary team about the local community exercise pathway and support service users to engage with this pathway.
- To contribute to clinical reviews, discharge planning and provide support with transition.
- To monitor and evaluate the programme, in collaboration with the exercise steering group, in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of the intervention.
- To apply a broad level of understanding of disability and mental health difficulties and recommend lifestyle changes or adaptations to service users social or physical environments.
- To adhere to RCOT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct/CSP Code of Members' Professional Values and Behaviour and local and national standards of practice.
- To work flexible hours according to the needs of service delivery, as locally agreed.
- To plan and prioritise own work.
Communication
- To communicate effectively with service users, team members, carers, and other agencies, including taking an active role in developing links with community resources.
- To participate in relevant clinical meetings regarding multi-disciplinary care planning as appropriate.
- To provide and receive complex and sensitive information related to service users, carers, their conditions, and treatment interventions, through the electronic patient record system and by liaising with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- To seek feedback from service users and their families to contribute to service planning and development.
- To participate in occupational therapy meetings/exercise team meetings and engage fully in the exercise steering group.
- To maintain up to date clinical records and profession specific reports in case records in line with policies and professional standards.
Administration
- To maintain up to date clinical and statistical records in accordance with Trust policy and professional standards.
- To use petty cash responsibly and according to procedure.
- To safely manage stock and equipment and any associated repairs/ replacement as appropriate.
- To participate in departmental and ward administrative duties as required.
- To carry out regular evaluation and audit of service.
Training Staff and Students
- To participate in the induction, supervision, training and education of staff, students and volunteers of all disciplines in this setting.
- To offer specialist training to junior exercise staff, occupational therapy staff and MDT colleagues as required.
- To contribute to and participate in CPD sessions and training initiatives.
- To assist the OT Clinical Lead in identifying staff training needs and in creating an environment of reflective practice.
Supervision
- To provide day to day support, regular supervision and appraisal for the designated members within the exercise team.
- Provide practice placements for occupational therapy / physiotherapy students as required.
Service Development
- To contribute to and undertake management of projects as delegated by senior staff within their own area of competence.
- To implement and propose changes to policies specific to own area of work
Professional Development
- To actively participate in the supervision and appraisal process.
- To utilise opportunities to develop skills and knowledge, apply critical appraisal and keep up to date with current practise in the field.
- To support occupational therapy colleagues in the education and training of other professionals and visitors to the department.
- To participate in education programmes for client/service groups.
- To support health promotion and health education initiatives within the locality and within the community directorate.
- To comply with all mandatory training e.g. fire, breakaway, CPR & AED, manual handling and safeguarding.
- To maintain and update a Continuing Professional Development portfolio.
- To participate in and take responsibility for ongoing personal development through internal and external development opportunities.
Clinical Governance, Research and Practice Development
- To participate in evaluation, audit and practice development activities within the exercise team and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- To work with other staff on the implementation of national guidelines for practice.
- To keep up to date by critically evaluating current research and applying it to practice where relevant
3. GENERAL
- All staff are responsible for the continual compliance with CQC standards and outcomes.
- The postholder must be aware of, and work in line with, the Trusts Safeguarding Adults and Children procedures.
4. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
All staff are required to be appraised by their line managers at least once a year at a personal development review meeting where progress made over the last year is discussed and agreed. Focus on the following years departmental and personal objectives will be identified, discussed and agreed. Where necessary, help and support will be provided, and development opportunities agreed in line with service provision and knowledge and skills competency framework.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- diploma/BSc/MSc in occupational therapy
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- evidence of relevant post qualification study
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in mental health within the NHS
- Understanding of current policy and guidelines relating to NHS
- Experience in supervising staff and students
Desirable
- experience of group work
- Experience of working with older adults
Communication
Essential
- Evidence of excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in managing communication with service users, carers and MDT
Team work and Service development
Essential
- Evidence of MDT working
- Experience in audits
Desirable
- experience in using a QI approach
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- diploma/BSc/MSc in occupational therapy
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- evidence of relevant post qualification study
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in mental health within the NHS
- Understanding of current policy and guidelines relating to NHS
- Experience in supervising staff and students
Desirable
- experience of group work
- Experience of working with older adults
Communication
Essential
- Evidence of excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in managing communication with service users, carers and MDT
Team work and Service development
Essential
- Evidence of MDT working
- Experience in audits
Desirable
- experience in using a QI approach
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).
