Job summary
Are you passionate
about improving the health and wellbeing outcomes for people in Calderdale?
Do you want to be part
of an exciting opportunity to help develop innovative services for people with
Social Care needs?
This exciting
opportunity could be the role for you!
Calderdale Councils
Occupational Therapy department are looking for a number of Occupational
Therapists to work within the area of Adult Services and Wellbeing, Prevention
& Early Help. Suitable for newly qualified and experienced therapists.
Calderdale can offer
experience of working in a range of different Occupational Therapy areas and
settings including: The front door triage team, equipment and adaptations,
assistive technology team, community led support, discharge to assess and assessment
bed settings, care package reviews.
We support team working
and provide a multi-disciplinary approach to the assessment of adults with a
physical or learning disability to keep them happier and healthier at home
through equipment and major adaptation provision, as well as contributing to
the assessment of care packages through manual handling intervention and
supporting the discharge from hospital and assessment beds.
Main duties of the job
What we are proud to
offer:
A flexible working scheme Monday to
Friday with work from home opportunities
Dedicated training and development
time
Regular supervision.
Career progression opportunities
A supportive management team
A diverse workforce who are committed
to being inclusive of all people.
A generous annual leave entitlement
with an additional 5 days after 5 years' service.
Enrolment into the local government
pension scheme.
We are committed to
safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable
adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that
are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the
Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
If you would like any
further information on this job vacancy please contact Jumaimah Iqbal, Principal
Occupational Therapist on 07873 701271 or email jumaimah.iqbal@calderdale.gov.uk.
About us
Closing Date: 26th September 2023
Interview Date: TBC
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we
aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome
applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share
opportunities for both full and part time staff.
On 30 January 2019, the Council
declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle
climate change.
Calderdale Council
embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to
providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from
people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity
across Calderdale. We particularly
Job description
Job responsibilities
Level 2
1.
Have
quality strength-based conversations at the referral stage, gathering and
interpreting information to enable people to live as independently as possible,
in line with current legislation and policies; where appropriate to
determine eligibility under The Care Act 2014 and council policy. Undertake holistic,
functional telephone assessments and environmental assessments of people and
their carers/families with support from your supervisor if needed.
2.
Working
in an integrated way with a range of colleagues from health, public sector and
voluntary sector to ensure outcomes are enhanced for individuals and that they
maintain / maximise their independence; have proportionate care packages and
support with assessments post discharge where appropriate.
3.
Carry
an independent complex caseload to assess for, demonstrate and instruct individuals
and/or carers in the safe use of disability equipment, completing reviews where
necessary and seeking appropriate support and guidance from Advanced
Practitioner and Level 3 Occupational Therapist when needed.
4.
Complete
independent manual handling assessments seeking guidance from Advanced Practitioner
and Level 3 Occupational Therapist where needed, proving safe systems of
working for people and their carers, giving support to less experienced staff.
5.
Use
legislation, guidance and creative, therapeutic practice to ensure that key
concepts and theories in occupational therapy are utilised to ensure the best
possible outcomes for adults at risk.
6.
Undertake
critical continued training as per the professional requirements of the post
and in accordance with registration requirements. Occupational Therapists will
be expected to proactively engage in post qualification awards and continued
professional development of their practice.
7.
To contribute
the development of some staff including unqualified Occupational Therapy staff
and newly qualified, return to practice staff, as well as students.
8.
Ensure
your practice maintains the requirements as set out in the RCOT professional
standards for Occupational Therapy Practice and the HCPC Standards of
Proficiency for Occupational Therapists.
Level 3 - All tasks at Level 2 also
Progress to Level 3 will be in
line with the Progression Pathway.
9.
Play a leading
role within a range of multi-agency teams to ensure coordinated, appropriate
assessments and support that remain person centred and enable people to
maintain their independence, achieve their outcomes and play a valued and
active part in the community wherever possible.
10.
Ensure that
all commissioning is undertaken that provides people with appropriate levels of
support whilst further ensuring that the user and council receive best value
for money. Ensure the quality of Occupational Therapy provision meets standards
expected and report on quality assurance and performance management.
11. Take a lead role in
supporting the development of others when required including students,
apprentices and trainees and contribute to the development of other staff
including less experienced Occupational Therapy staff such as Level 2 staff and
apprentices.
12.
Contribute
to the development of policy and procedures including relevant professional
guidance gaining support from an advanced practitioner/manager when needed.
13.
Lead on complex
manual handling case work, whilst supporting less experienced staff with their
caseload queries; including facilitating training as and when needed under the
responsibility of the Manual handling advisor.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Level 2
1.
Have
quality strength-based conversations at the referral stage, gathering and
interpreting information to enable people to live as independently as possible,
in line with current legislation and policies; where appropriate to
determine eligibility under The Care Act 2014 and council policy. Undertake holistic,
functional telephone assessments and environmental assessments of people and
their carers/families with support from your supervisor if needed.
2.
Working
in an integrated way with a range of colleagues from health, public sector and
voluntary sector to ensure outcomes are enhanced for individuals and that they
maintain / maximise their independence; have proportionate care packages and
support with assessments post discharge where appropriate.
3.
Carry
an independent complex caseload to assess for, demonstrate and instruct individuals
and/or carers in the safe use of disability equipment, completing reviews where
necessary and seeking appropriate support and guidance from Advanced
Practitioner and Level 3 Occupational Therapist when needed.
4.
Complete
independent manual handling assessments seeking guidance from Advanced Practitioner
and Level 3 Occupational Therapist where needed, proving safe systems of
working for people and their carers, giving support to less experienced staff.
5.
Use
legislation, guidance and creative, therapeutic practice to ensure that key
concepts and theories in occupational therapy are utilised to ensure the best
possible outcomes for adults at risk.
6.
Undertake
critical continued training as per the professional requirements of the post
and in accordance with registration requirements. Occupational Therapists will
be expected to proactively engage in post qualification awards and continued
professional development of their practice.
7.
To contribute
the development of some staff including unqualified Occupational Therapy staff
and newly qualified, return to practice staff, as well as students.
8.
Ensure
your practice maintains the requirements as set out in the RCOT professional
standards for Occupational Therapy Practice and the HCPC Standards of
Proficiency for Occupational Therapists.
Level 3 - All tasks at Level 2 also
Progress to Level 3 will be in
line with the Progression Pathway.
9.
Play a leading
role within a range of multi-agency teams to ensure coordinated, appropriate
assessments and support that remain person centred and enable people to
maintain their independence, achieve their outcomes and play a valued and
active part in the community wherever possible.
10.
Ensure that
all commissioning is undertaken that provides people with appropriate levels of
support whilst further ensuring that the user and council receive best value
for money. Ensure the quality of Occupational Therapy provision meets standards
expected and report on quality assurance and performance management.
11. Take a lead role in
supporting the development of others when required including students,
apprentices and trainees and contribute to the development of other staff
including less experienced Occupational Therapy staff such as Level 2 staff and
apprentices.
12.
Contribute
to the development of policy and procedures including relevant professional
guidance gaining support from an advanced practitioner/manager when needed.
13.
Lead on complex
manual handling case work, whilst supporting less experienced staff with their
caseload queries; including facilitating training as and when needed under the
responsibility of the Manual handling advisor.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Occupational Therapy professional qualification
- Registered with HCPC (Registration Number to be provided
- on application)
- Evidence of successfully completing a progression portfolio
- (or to be completed within 6 month of appointment)
- Hold a full UK driving licence;
- - and have access to a vehicle for work purpose
- - adjustments can be considered for candidates with a
- disability
- -Qualification or evidence of training in student support (Essential at Level 3)
Experience
Essential
- Significant knowledge of the Care Act (2014) and relevant
- policy guidance with an understanding for practice of the
- principles and provisions of community care
- Knowledge of mental capacity legislation and be able to
- demonstrate this in practice
- Assess the occupational and environmental needs of
- individual people and their carers, following department
- procedures, in order to identify resources required by
- individuals and their carers and to be able to make
- professional decisions based on assessed needs
- Ability to use various elements of Information Technology
- including databases, Word, Excel
- Knowledge of sources of oppression, disadvantage and
- discrimination and their impact at a structural and individual
- level in society
- Understand concepts of choice and control and enable
- people to self direct the assessment process and the
- support that they receive
- In depth knowledge of occupational therapy and
- intervention theories around home solutions
- Ability to take responsibility for personal development and
- the development of others
- Working within an adult therapy setting
- Working within a multi-agency context
- Able to complete complex manual handling assessments
- and support less experienced staff on manual handling
- case work (essential at level 3)
- Able to complete manual handling risk assessments
- independently seeking advice from a supervisor if needed.
- Experience and/or a sound understanding of assessment
- and care management
- Ability to handle complex and challenging situations and be
- able to identify and manage risks, including risks to
- vulnerable adults
- Ability to carry out project work as delegated by the
- advanced practitioner/Manager (essential at level 3)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Occupational Therapy professional qualification
- Registered with HCPC (Registration Number to be provided
- on application)
- Evidence of successfully completing a progression portfolio
- (or to be completed within 6 month of appointment)
- Hold a full UK driving licence;
- - and have access to a vehicle for work purpose
- - adjustments can be considered for candidates with a
- disability
- -Qualification or evidence of training in student support (Essential at Level 3)
Experience
Essential
- Significant knowledge of the Care Act (2014) and relevant
- policy guidance with an understanding for practice of the
- principles and provisions of community care
- Knowledge of mental capacity legislation and be able to
- demonstrate this in practice
- Assess the occupational and environmental needs of
- individual people and their carers, following department
- procedures, in order to identify resources required by
- individuals and their carers and to be able to make
- professional decisions based on assessed needs
- Ability to use various elements of Information Technology
- including databases, Word, Excel
- Knowledge of sources of oppression, disadvantage and
- discrimination and their impact at a structural and individual
- level in society
- Understand concepts of choice and control and enable
- people to self direct the assessment process and the
- support that they receive
- In depth knowledge of occupational therapy and
- intervention theories around home solutions
- Ability to take responsibility for personal development and
- the development of others
- Working within an adult therapy setting
- Working within a multi-agency context
- Able to complete complex manual handling assessments
- and support less experienced staff on manual handling
- case work (essential at level 3)
- Able to complete manual handling risk assessments
- independently seeking advice from a supervisor if needed.
- Experience and/or a sound understanding of assessment
- and care management
- Ability to handle complex and challenging situations and be
- able to identify and manage risks, including risks to
- vulnerable adults
- Ability to carry out project work as delegated by the
- advanced practitioner/Manager (essential at level 3)
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).
