Job summary
The successful applicant will join a well established and skilled occupational therapy team within the specialist community learning disability service in Sheffield.
The occupational therapy team works alongside other supportive and friendly professional teams including community nursing, physiotherapy, psychology, speech and language therapists, music and art therapists and psychiatry to deliver a service to the adult learning disability population of Sheffield.
You will be working under the supervision of an occupational therapist to deliver individual and group interventions with the aim of developing service users skills in the activities of daily living and to develop engagement in meaningful activities. You will also hold administration duties for the occupational therapy team and in the preparation of resources linked to occupational therapy intervention.
Please be advised there is a cap on this post and once reached the post will be closed.
Main duties of the job
Under the direction of a registered Occupational Therapist the post holder will deliver an effective, high quality Occupational Therapy service.oThey will use professional and creative skills to assist in the provision of client centred therapeutic interventions for individuals/groups of clients who have Learning Disabilities.oUnder supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist, facilitate and participate in planned group-work and individual activities, ongoing continuous assessment and adjustment of own clinical interventions based on the fluctuating needs of the service usersoThe post holder will give support to adults with learning disabilities who have difficulties with Activities of Daily Living, Occupation and basic Sensory needs, working as a member of the multi-disciplinary Specialist Community Learning Disabilities Service.
oThe post holder will support qualified Occupational therapists to carry out their professional role in a timely and effective manner including the production of some resources and specified administration tasks.oThe post holder will ensure the recording of service users' information regarding screening/ waiting lists and allocation is accurate and up to dateoTo support qualified clinicians in the planning and implementation of training where appropriate
About us
At SHSC, we prioritise the well-being and safety of both our service users and employees. It is our policy and a condition of employment that all employees must join the DBS Update Service. This service carries an annual fee, which employees are responsible for paying up front. However, employees may claim this cost back through the Trust's Employee Expenses Reimbursement Policy. For those requiring a Basic DBS check, it is necessary to register for a DBS Online Account.
Job description
Job responsibilities
ensure valid informed consent has been gained and to work within a legal framework with clients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.To adhere to the SHSC code of Conduct for Non-Qualified Staff and all other relevant trust policies and procedures.To form professional relationships with clients and carers and adapt practice to meet individual client circumstances including due regard for cultural and linguistic contexts.To attend relevant training and development opportunities in order to maintain and develop skills and knowledge.To develop a working knowledge of relevant procedures including Mental Capacity Act and other legal frameworks in line with government and local policy.To share information with others as appropriate, observing data protection guidelines.To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.To be responsible for the security, care and maintenance of equipment ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained including equipment loaned to clients.To have due regard for your own personal safety and that of patients/carers
Working together for service users Respect & kindness Everyone countsCommitment to quality Improving livesThe post holder will support qualified Occupational therapists to carry out their professional role in a timely and effective manner including the production of some resources and specified administration tasks.Under the guidance of a qualified Occupational Therapist the post holder will support carers and relevant others regarding the individual clients occupation strategies and support the development of environments conducive to occupationThe post holder will ensure the recording of service users information regarding screening/ waiting lists and allocation is accurate and up to dateTo support qualified clinicians in the planning and implementation of training where appropriateGeneral requirementsTo ensure valid informed consent has been gained and to work within a legal framework with clients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.To adhere to the SHSC code of Conduct for Non-Qualified Staff and all other relevant trust policies and procedures.To form professional relationships with clients and carers and adapt practice to meet individual client circumstances including due regard for cultural and linguistic contexts.To attend relevant training and development opportunities in order to maintain and develop skills and knowledge.To develop a working knowledge of relevant procedures including Mental Capacity Act and other legal frameworks in line with government and local policy.To share information with others as appropriate, observing data protection guidelines.To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.To be responsible for the security, care and maintenance of equipment ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained including equipment loaned to clients.To have due regard for your own personal safety and that of patients/carers.To ensure that up to date written and electronic records and activity data are maintained in accordance with SHSC standards.Working together for service users Respect & kindness Everyone countsCommitment to quality Improving livesTo review and reflect on your own practice and performance though participation in regular supervision.To work in a manner that is consistent with the values and aims of Valuing People and person centred work practice.The LD Service operates from 8am to 8pm and staff will be expected to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service and be able to travel independently across two bases: Firshill Rise and Grenoside Grange.
For more details please consult the full job description uploaded
Job description
Job responsibilities
ensure valid informed consent has been gained and to work within a legal framework with clients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.To adhere to the SHSC code of Conduct for Non-Qualified Staff and all other relevant trust policies and procedures.To form professional relationships with clients and carers and adapt practice to meet individual client circumstances including due regard for cultural and linguistic contexts.To attend relevant training and development opportunities in order to maintain and develop skills and knowledge.To develop a working knowledge of relevant procedures including Mental Capacity Act and other legal frameworks in line with government and local policy.To share information with others as appropriate, observing data protection guidelines.To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.To be responsible for the security, care and maintenance of equipment ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained including equipment loaned to clients.To have due regard for your own personal safety and that of patients/carers
Working together for service users Respect & kindness Everyone countsCommitment to quality Improving livesThe post holder will support qualified Occupational therapists to carry out their professional role in a timely and effective manner including the production of some resources and specified administration tasks.Under the guidance of a qualified Occupational Therapist the post holder will support carers and relevant others regarding the individual clients occupation strategies and support the development of environments conducive to occupationThe post holder will ensure the recording of service users information regarding screening/ waiting lists and allocation is accurate and up to dateTo support qualified clinicians in the planning and implementation of training where appropriateGeneral requirementsTo ensure valid informed consent has been gained and to work within a legal framework with clients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.To adhere to the SHSC code of Conduct for Non-Qualified Staff and all other relevant trust policies and procedures.To form professional relationships with clients and carers and adapt practice to meet individual client circumstances including due regard for cultural and linguistic contexts.To attend relevant training and development opportunities in order to maintain and develop skills and knowledge.To develop a working knowledge of relevant procedures including Mental Capacity Act and other legal frameworks in line with government and local policy.To share information with others as appropriate, observing data protection guidelines.To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.To be responsible for the security, care and maintenance of equipment ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained including equipment loaned to clients.To have due regard for your own personal safety and that of patients/carers.To ensure that up to date written and electronic records and activity data are maintained in accordance with SHSC standards.Working together for service users Respect & kindness Everyone countsCommitment to quality Improving livesTo review and reflect on your own practice and performance though participation in regular supervision.To work in a manner that is consistent with the values and aims of Valuing People and person centred work practice.The LD Service operates from 8am to 8pm and staff will be expected to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service and be able to travel independently across two bases: Firshill Rise and Grenoside Grange.
For more details please consult the full job description uploaded
Person Specification
knowledge and skills
Essential
- Good organisational and time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks
- Excellent communication skills including good command of written english
- Knowledge of the role of an occupational therapist
Desirable
- Knowledge of therapeutic interventions for adults with learning disabilities
- awareness of relevant legislation
- experience delivering therapy groups
Experience
Essential
- experience of working in health care or educational setting
- experience of working with needs associated with activities of everyday living
- experience of independent working
Desirable
- experience of working in the community
- experience of interacting with adults with learning disability
training and qaulifications
Essential
- demonstrate computer literacy
- evidence of continued professional development
- relevant foundation degree or equivalent level 5 qualification
Desirable
- successful completion of relevant short course
- a degree level qualification
other
Essential
- commitment to client centred practice
Person Specification
knowledge and skills
Essential
- Good organisational and time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks
- Excellent communication skills including good command of written english
- Knowledge of the role of an occupational therapist
Desirable
- Knowledge of therapeutic interventions for adults with learning disabilities
- awareness of relevant legislation
- experience delivering therapy groups
Experience
Essential
- experience of working in health care or educational setting
- experience of working with needs associated with activities of everyday living
- experience of independent working
Desirable
- experience of working in the community
- experience of interacting with adults with learning disability
training and qaulifications
Essential
- demonstrate computer literacy
- evidence of continued professional development
- relevant foundation degree or equivalent level 5 qualification
Desirable
- successful completion of relevant short course
- a degree level qualification
other
Essential
- commitment to client centred practice
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.
