Occupational Therapist, Royal Tunbridge Wells
Client:
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust Location:
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Job Category:
Other EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
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9 Posted:
23.01.2025 Expiry Date:
09.03.2025 Job Description:
Job summary We are seeking an enthusiastic band 5 occupational therapist to join our specialist multi-disciplinary team based in West and join our community-based team who work closely alongside local authority and specialist mental health services to support adults with learning disabilities and complex needs. This is an excellent opportunity to work in an extremely rewarding specialist area where you will use your OT skills to manage a clinical caseload within a well-established and friendly environment. We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition, so we provide flexible and holistic care in a range of community settings. Main duties of the job Manage a clinical caseload providing assessment and interventions for people with a learning disability. You will work towards maximising a person's quality of life by providing clinical expertise, behavioural and/or engagement support. Measure progress and ensure effective outcomes for the individual. Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well as part of a team. You will be required to work closely with all stakeholders and promote effective collaborative working with all those involved in the person's life. Contribute to the development of multi-disciplinary best practice, service development and quality improvement. The post holder will be encouraged to access regular supervision, annual appraisal and identified CPD opportunities as required/available. About us Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we have a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values: compassionate, aspirational, responsive, and excellent. We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that suits us both. Qualifications Essential Registered Healthcare Professional with relevant Professional body (Occupational Therapist / HCPC) Degree in Occupational Therapy Desirable Mentoring qualification equivalent Experience Essential Experience of recent community healthcare gained through education or work experience placement or previous employment Desirable Experience of working with people with a learning disability Knowledge Essential Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS Knowledge of up to date clinical practice Legislation and policies relating to people with a learning disability Skills & Abilities Essential Sound communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written) Ability to organise own work Ability to cope with change Ability to use own initiative Personal Attributes Essential Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice Ability to work under pressure Flexible and adaptable Ability to Manage Essential Able to support the implementation of local and national agendas for health under the guidance of the team lead manager Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures.
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Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust Location:
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Job Category:
Other EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
ec5c433e5475 Job Views:
9 Posted:
23.01.2025 Expiry Date:
09.03.2025 Job Description:
Job summary We are seeking an enthusiastic band 5 occupational therapist to join our specialist multi-disciplinary team based in West and join our community-based team who work closely alongside local authority and specialist mental health services to support adults with learning disabilities and complex needs. This is an excellent opportunity to work in an extremely rewarding specialist area where you will use your OT skills to manage a clinical caseload within a well-established and friendly environment. We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition, so we provide flexible and holistic care in a range of community settings. Main duties of the job Manage a clinical caseload providing assessment and interventions for people with a learning disability. You will work towards maximising a person's quality of life by providing clinical expertise, behavioural and/or engagement support. Measure progress and ensure effective outcomes for the individual. Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well as part of a team. You will be required to work closely with all stakeholders and promote effective collaborative working with all those involved in the person's life. Contribute to the development of multi-disciplinary best practice, service development and quality improvement. The post holder will be encouraged to access regular supervision, annual appraisal and identified CPD opportunities as required/available. About us Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we have a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values: compassionate, aspirational, responsive, and excellent. We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that suits us both. Qualifications Essential Registered Healthcare Professional with relevant Professional body (Occupational Therapist / HCPC) Degree in Occupational Therapy Desirable Mentoring qualification equivalent Experience Essential Experience of recent community healthcare gained through education or work experience placement or previous employment Desirable Experience of working with people with a learning disability Knowledge Essential Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS Knowledge of up to date clinical practice Legislation and policies relating to people with a learning disability Skills & Abilities Essential Sound communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written) Ability to organise own work Ability to cope with change Ability to use own initiative Personal Attributes Essential Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice Ability to work under pressure Flexible and adaptable Ability to Manage Essential Able to support the implementation of local and national agendas for health under the guidance of the team lead manager Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures.
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