Occupational Therapist Advanced Practitioner
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust
A stimulating and inspiring opportunity to lead an Occupational Therapy team to deliver quality and recovery-focused care on adult mental health inpatient wards. As part of CPFT's 3-3-3 time-limited inpatient person-centred approach, you will be a critical member of the multi-disciplinary team working with service users, carers, and families to help them gain control of their lives and make positive changes to improve quality of life. The successful candidate will join an experienced and dedicated team of practitioners to promote and implement the role of occupational therapy within the service. The lead role is essential to ensure the provision of occupational therapy assessments and interventions are underpinned by the Model of Human Occupation (MoHO) and the principles of recovery to enhance the service experience, health, and well-being. Main duties of the job
The post holder will have proven clinical skills in working with service users with complex needs. They will be responsible for day-to-day delivery and management of the adult Inpatient OT service based at Fulbourn Hospital. The role requires excellent planning and organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise effectively. The post holder will lead on maintaining effectiveness, ensuring that high-quality practice is delivered that produces meaningful and demonstrable outcomes, based on best evidence and identifying opportunities for development. The role will have the opportunity to attend an OT mental health strategy forum and OT Leads meeting and receive professional supervision from a directorate AHP Lead. Job responsibilities
To provide operational management & professional leadership for the in-reach occupational therapy service, including responsibility for the clinical and professional governance of the service. To take a lead role in the setup and delivery of ward-based occupational therapy roles and to contribute to ongoing review & evaluation. To take a lead role in articulating the refreshed vision for occupational therapy and standards for the in-reach and ward-based services and to review as required. To support the provision of services which promote recovery, resilience & self-management within inpatient areas, in collaboration with nurse leaders. To apply a recognised model of practice (e.g. MoHO) as appropriate to the service area. To lead the in-reach and ward-based occupational therapists to develop and implement sensory approaches on the inpatient wards with support from the directorate Sensory Integration Occupational Therapy Lead. To use evidence-based practice to ensure clinical care is effective, efficient, and appropriate. To use applicable outcome measures & performance data, using these to demonstrate positive impact & quality within both ward-based and in-reach occupational therapy services. Organise and manage own time, prioritising during periods of change and crisis and delegating work appropriately. Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Degree or equivalent, e.g. BSc, MSc or Diploma entry-level qualification into the O.T. profession. Current HCPC registration Professional knowledge and training to master's level or equivalent. Documented evidence of own continuing professional development and application. Member of RCOT specialist section Management/Leadership Qualification Project Management Experience
Post-qualifying clinical experience in mental health occupational therapy Specialist knowledge of occupation and the ability to apply to the role Knowledge of common mental health conditions Evidence of effective leadership Experience in delivering supervision, including to other disciplines Experience in implementing new projects and an understanding of change principles Budget management Leadership across service lines Lived experience of mental health Skills & Abilities
Ability to assess and treat complex mental health needs using occupational therapy Advanced assessment skills including risk assessment Able to demonstrate commitment to high-quality care and service provision Ability to work flexibly as part of a team. Advanced communication skills Ability to develop working relationships within a context of change Able to assess, plan, and implement care Standard keyboard skills and ability to communicate through IT using packages such as Word Time Management and prioritisation Skills. Understands current evidence base for occupational therapy in mental health and can make decisions based on best evidence principles Knowledge of occupational therapy models of practice Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and its application within inpatient areas Knowledge of HCPC standards Understands the differences and interface between management and leadership roles Accepts responsibility and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others Recognises the limits of own authority within the role Seeks and uses professional support appropriately Understands the principle of confidentiality Responsible for maintaining registration with HCPC and/or other professional bodies Knowledge of relevant outcome measures Physical Requirements
The ability to kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments. Move and manoeuvre people and equipment. Other
Ability to work within an emerging practice area with elements of uncertainty and take the lead on defining project parameters & scope. Shows respect for others' feelings, views, and circumstances. Has a range of mechanisms for dealing with stress, can recognise when to use them and does so. Positive approach to inpatient service provision. Recognise people's right to privacy and dignity, treating every person with respect. Willingness to embrace integrated MDT model and new ways of working. Willingness to be flexible in approach and attitude. 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. Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust £43,742 to £50,056 a year Per annum pro rata
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Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust
A stimulating and inspiring opportunity to lead an Occupational Therapy team to deliver quality and recovery-focused care on adult mental health inpatient wards. As part of CPFT's 3-3-3 time-limited inpatient person-centred approach, you will be a critical member of the multi-disciplinary team working with service users, carers, and families to help them gain control of their lives and make positive changes to improve quality of life. The successful candidate will join an experienced and dedicated team of practitioners to promote and implement the role of occupational therapy within the service. The lead role is essential to ensure the provision of occupational therapy assessments and interventions are underpinned by the Model of Human Occupation (MoHO) and the principles of recovery to enhance the service experience, health, and well-being. Main duties of the job
The post holder will have proven clinical skills in working with service users with complex needs. They will be responsible for day-to-day delivery and management of the adult Inpatient OT service based at Fulbourn Hospital. The role requires excellent planning and organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise effectively. The post holder will lead on maintaining effectiveness, ensuring that high-quality practice is delivered that produces meaningful and demonstrable outcomes, based on best evidence and identifying opportunities for development. The role will have the opportunity to attend an OT mental health strategy forum and OT Leads meeting and receive professional supervision from a directorate AHP Lead. Job responsibilities
To provide operational management & professional leadership for the in-reach occupational therapy service, including responsibility for the clinical and professional governance of the service. To take a lead role in the setup and delivery of ward-based occupational therapy roles and to contribute to ongoing review & evaluation. To take a lead role in articulating the refreshed vision for occupational therapy and standards for the in-reach and ward-based services and to review as required. To support the provision of services which promote recovery, resilience & self-management within inpatient areas, in collaboration with nurse leaders. To apply a recognised model of practice (e.g. MoHO) as appropriate to the service area. To lead the in-reach and ward-based occupational therapists to develop and implement sensory approaches on the inpatient wards with support from the directorate Sensory Integration Occupational Therapy Lead. To use evidence-based practice to ensure clinical care is effective, efficient, and appropriate. To use applicable outcome measures & performance data, using these to demonstrate positive impact & quality within both ward-based and in-reach occupational therapy services. Organise and manage own time, prioritising during periods of change and crisis and delegating work appropriately. Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Degree or equivalent, e.g. BSc, MSc or Diploma entry-level qualification into the O.T. profession. Current HCPC registration Professional knowledge and training to master's level or equivalent. Documented evidence of own continuing professional development and application. Member of RCOT specialist section Management/Leadership Qualification Project Management Experience
Post-qualifying clinical experience in mental health occupational therapy Specialist knowledge of occupation and the ability to apply to the role Knowledge of common mental health conditions Evidence of effective leadership Experience in delivering supervision, including to other disciplines Experience in implementing new projects and an understanding of change principles Budget management Leadership across service lines Lived experience of mental health Skills & Abilities
Ability to assess and treat complex mental health needs using occupational therapy Advanced assessment skills including risk assessment Able to demonstrate commitment to high-quality care and service provision Ability to work flexibly as part of a team. Advanced communication skills Ability to develop working relationships within a context of change Able to assess, plan, and implement care Standard keyboard skills and ability to communicate through IT using packages such as Word Time Management and prioritisation Skills. Understands current evidence base for occupational therapy in mental health and can make decisions based on best evidence principles Knowledge of occupational therapy models of practice Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and its application within inpatient areas Knowledge of HCPC standards Understands the differences and interface between management and leadership roles Accepts responsibility and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others Recognises the limits of own authority within the role Seeks and uses professional support appropriately Understands the principle of confidentiality Responsible for maintaining registration with HCPC and/or other professional bodies Knowledge of relevant outcome measures Physical Requirements
The ability to kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments. Move and manoeuvre people and equipment. Other
Ability to work within an emerging practice area with elements of uncertainty and take the lead on defining project parameters & scope. Shows respect for others' feelings, views, and circumstances. Has a range of mechanisms for dealing with stress, can recognise when to use them and does so. Positive approach to inpatient service provision. Recognise people's right to privacy and dignity, treating every person with respect. Willingness to embrace integrated MDT model and new ways of working. Willingness to be flexible in approach and attitude. 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. Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust £43,742 to £50,056 a year Per annum pro rata
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