Job summary
Working with our team, you'll provide practical support that helps people regain independence and confidence after illness or injury. You'll work closely with colleagues, patients and carers to assess needs and plan safe, effective therapy that makes daily life easier. You'll use evidence-based practice, clear communication and a person-centred approach to guide people through their rehabilitation journey.
Main duties of the job
What you'll do:
- Complete assessments and create therapy plans based on each person's goals
- Deliver Occupational Therapy interventions in homes and community settings
- Monitor risk and make decisions that keep people, carers and colleagues safe
- Use clinical reasoning to review progress and adapt plans
- Record accurate information and contribute to service development
What we're looking for: - A Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC registration
- Understanding of Occupational Therapy models, assessments and community practice
- Ability to manage your own caseload and organise your work
- Clear communication skills, especially when supporting people with complex needs
- Willingness to learn, complete preceptorship and take part in supervision
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and value ideas that help us deliver fair, respectful and inclusive care for our communities
About us
At CHCP, we're passionate about people and we know that you are too, that's why we're here isn't it? We recognise that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine.
Work with us and you'll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders and their thoughts and opinions are always heard at CHCP you have a real voice.
Compassion is at the heart of our business; we're a team of nearly 2,500 colleagues who work together to deliver first class healthcare to thousands of people living in Hull, the East Riding, Knowsley and St Helens. Local diversity demands diverse roles, that's why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we'll support you to thrive.
As the 13th largest social enterprise in the UK, we're pioneering the move towards independent service delivery. Join us on our journey and help us make history.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience as a Practice Educator of pre-registration students
- Evidence of current CPD/formal qualifications at an advanced level e.g. degree or post graduate level or equivalent knowledge/experiential learning
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- A broad understanding of relevant policy, legislation drivers and their application to clinical and service area, e.g. Mental Capacity Act, Social Inclusion
- Knowledge of occupational therapy models of practice, standardised assessments and their use
- Basic IT skills
- Willingness to undertake and complete preceptorship
- Appropriate knowledge/experience of working in community and adult physical health clinical practice areas
- Understanding of caseload management and responsibilities
- Conversant in the 7 C's - Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, Commitment and Candour and the values of the organisation
- Able to demonstrate effective inter-personal/communication skills
- Evidence of good time management skills
Desirable
- Full understanding of relevant policy, drivers and their application to clinical and service area, e.g. NSF, Social Inclusion
- Full understanding/application of relevant clinical practice/standards/audit within identified clinical area
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to the clinical area
- Evidence of specialist practice skills and able to demonstrate the impact of this on practice change/development
- Evidence of promoting/supporting active user involvement and participation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience as a Practice Educator of pre-registration students
- Evidence of current CPD/formal qualifications at an advanced level e.g. degree or post graduate level or equivalent knowledge/experiential learning
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- A broad understanding of relevant policy, legislation drivers and their application to clinical and service area, e.g. Mental Capacity Act, Social Inclusion
- Knowledge of occupational therapy models of practice, standardised assessments and their use
- Basic IT skills
- Willingness to undertake and complete preceptorship
- Appropriate knowledge/experience of working in community and adult physical health clinical practice areas
- Understanding of caseload management and responsibilities
- Conversant in the 7 C's - Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, Commitment and Candour and the values of the organisation
- Able to demonstrate effective inter-personal/communication skills
- Evidence of good time management skills
Desirable
- Full understanding of relevant policy, drivers and their application to clinical and service area, e.g. NSF, Social Inclusion
- Full understanding/application of relevant clinical practice/standards/audit within identified clinical area
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to the clinical area
- Evidence of specialist practice skills and able to demonstrate the impact of this on practice change/development
- Evidence of promoting/supporting active user involvement and participation
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).