Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist to join us at our brand new home located in Walsall, West Midlands.
Shire Oaks is a complex needs care home that specialises in supporting adults living with complex mental health needs and neuro-disabilities - including Huntington's disease and Parkinson's disease.
We support people on their rehabilitation journey from hospital or living in a secure setting to community-based living. We also provide long term support for people living with degenerative or life-limiting illnesses.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a dynamic and innovative experienced or newly qualified Occupational Therapist to support the therapy services in Shire Oaks Court, alongside a Physiotherapist and Therapy Assistant.
Together you will be developing person centred care pathways as part of individual rehabilitation for the service users. Your enthusiasm, warmth and compassion is fundamental in helping our service users to feel respected, included and cared for.
About us
We have over 20 years of experience providing
exceptional specialist nursing care for adults living with complex and high
acuity needs in over 37 complex needs care homes.
Our vision is that adults living with complex
needs can access outstanding specialist care and support, in a community-based
home thats close to their family and friends, and that focuses on their
personal goals and outcomes. Our person-centred care is the bedrock for
maximising independence, building everyday living skills and empowering people
to live as fulfilled lives as possible.
Our mission is to make every day better
for the people we support and our colleagues. Were proud of the culture that
we've created at Exemplar Health Care, which is underpinned by our vision,
mission and values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working with our team of specialist nurses and support workers you will
be expected to contribute to integrated care planning with the aim of enabling
our services users to reach their goals.
Key Duties:
- Taking responsibility for a clinical caseload
- Carrying out assessments and reviews, (including
neuro and cognitive rehabilitation, facilitating independence with skills for
life) ensuring that service users receive appropriate treatment
- Using appropriate communication skills and tools to
communicate with service users
- Monitoring, evaluating and recording patient
progress, modifying treatment plans as required
- Liaising with agencies including GPs, consultants,
hospital staff, PCTs and social services
- Liaising with the nursing team and care staff at
the care home.
- Working as part of a team
- Delegation of therapy to assistant therapist,
activities co-ordinators and support workers
- Lead professional for the Activities service
- Attend MDT meetings
- Be an advocate for therapy for the service user
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation
in line with legal requirements
- Assisting with the training of other health care
staff as required.
The reputation that we've earned is all thanks to the talented and passionate people at the heart of Exemplar Health Care. And were always looking for new ways to say thank you for the dedication, care and compassion that our teams show every single day.
That's why we've introduced a series of unique benefits packages that are tailored to each team within Exemplar Health Care.
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave
- Exemplar rewards childcare vouchers, lifestyle and retail discounts
- Employee assistance programme: 24/7 support and counselling service
- Blue Light Card
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Pension plan.
- Free car parking.
- Paid DBS
- Outstanding career progression.
- Comprehensive induction program.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working with our team of specialist nurses and support workers you will
be expected to contribute to integrated care planning with the aim of enabling
our services users to reach their goals.
Key Duties:
- Taking responsibility for a clinical caseload
- Carrying out assessments and reviews, (including
neuro and cognitive rehabilitation, facilitating independence with skills for
life) ensuring that service users receive appropriate treatment
- Using appropriate communication skills and tools to
communicate with service users
- Monitoring, evaluating and recording patient
progress, modifying treatment plans as required
- Liaising with agencies including GPs, consultants,
hospital staff, PCTs and social services
- Liaising with the nursing team and care staff at
the care home.
- Working as part of a team
- Delegation of therapy to assistant therapist,
activities co-ordinators and support workers
- Lead professional for the Activities service
- Attend MDT meetings
- Be an advocate for therapy for the service user
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation
in line with legal requirements
- Assisting with the training of other health care
staff as required.
The reputation that we've earned is all thanks to the talented and passionate people at the heart of Exemplar Health Care. And were always looking for new ways to say thank you for the dedication, care and compassion that our teams show every single day.
That's why we've introduced a series of unique benefits packages that are tailored to each team within Exemplar Health Care.
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave
- Exemplar rewards childcare vouchers, lifestyle and retail discounts
- Employee assistance programme: 24/7 support and counselling service
- Blue Light Card
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Pension plan.
- Free car parking.
- Paid DBS
- Outstanding career progression.
- Comprehensive induction program.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified, or newly/due to qualify, Occupational Therapist.
- HCPC Registered.
Desirable
- Experience within the private sector however this is not essential.
- Experience acquired brain injury, mental health, and neurological care would also be advantageous, however, full training is provided via our comprehensive induction.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified, or newly/due to qualify, Occupational Therapist.
- HCPC Registered.
Desirable
- Experience within the private sector however this is not essential.
- Experience acquired brain injury, mental health, and neurological care would also be advantageous, however, full training is provided via our comprehensive induction.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
