Assistant Practitioner (Occupational Therapy)
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
Assistant Practitioner (Occupational Therapy)/Clinical Support Worker (Occupational Therapy) - dependent on Qualifications and Experience The Secure care CBU is a regional service offering care and treatment to individuals who have either mental health, personality disorder or learning disability diagnoses and have come into contact with the Criminal justice system. The service works across medium and low secure inpatient wards, the community and prison. These posts are within our medium and low secure wards to support our Occupational Therapists deliver interventions that maximise our service user's ability to develop independent living skills and a routine of meaningful occupation that supports their transition to the community. The successful candidate will be responsible for facilitating group and 1:1 interventions that support personal and domestic activities of daily living, productive activity and socially inclusive leisure pursuits. NB:
Please be aware we can only appoint you as an Assistant Practitioner if you hold a minimum of a foundation degree. There may be the opportunity to support you to work towards this qualification once in post. Main Duties of the Job
Use specialised technical and creative skills to facilitate 1:1 and group activities that promote recovery, well being and independence. Carry a delegated case load from Occupational Therapists; carry out aspects of their therapy goals and feed back progress. Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team which includes Consultant Psychiatrists, Nursing, Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy and support staff to understand general well being, risks to self and others. Support service users and their carers to be directly involved in developing our services. About Us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return, we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career. Job Responsibilities
This post suits either people with the right skill set looking to start their NHS careers or those wishing to gain experience within a different clinical speciality. Advertising date: 16th January 2025 Closing date: 30th January 2025 We welcome your application. Person Specification
Qualifications
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills applicable to the post as detailed in the person specification. Foundation degree in applied social studies or alternative (NVQ/BTEC/QCF) with additional training to diploma level. Training in group work or facilitating specific activities e.g., sports, arts, horticulture. Experience
Experience of working in an appropriate care setting. Able to follow instructions recognizing the boundaries of own competency. Experience of supervising/teaching individuals. Experience working in a mental health setting. Experience working with people who have been involved with the criminal justice system. Experience of occupational therapy. Skills
Ability to establish a rapport with service users. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Flexible. Understanding of risk assessment and how to manage this practically. Understanding of occupational therapy and can apply practically. 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.
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Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
Assistant Practitioner (Occupational Therapy)/Clinical Support Worker (Occupational Therapy) - dependent on Qualifications and Experience The Secure care CBU is a regional service offering care and treatment to individuals who have either mental health, personality disorder or learning disability diagnoses and have come into contact with the Criminal justice system. The service works across medium and low secure inpatient wards, the community and prison. These posts are within our medium and low secure wards to support our Occupational Therapists deliver interventions that maximise our service user's ability to develop independent living skills and a routine of meaningful occupation that supports their transition to the community. The successful candidate will be responsible for facilitating group and 1:1 interventions that support personal and domestic activities of daily living, productive activity and socially inclusive leisure pursuits. NB:
Please be aware we can only appoint you as an Assistant Practitioner if you hold a minimum of a foundation degree. There may be the opportunity to support you to work towards this qualification once in post. Main Duties of the Job
Use specialised technical and creative skills to facilitate 1:1 and group activities that promote recovery, well being and independence. Carry a delegated case load from Occupational Therapists; carry out aspects of their therapy goals and feed back progress. Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team which includes Consultant Psychiatrists, Nursing, Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy and support staff to understand general well being, risks to self and others. Support service users and their carers to be directly involved in developing our services. About Us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return, we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career. Job Responsibilities
This post suits either people with the right skill set looking to start their NHS careers or those wishing to gain experience within a different clinical speciality. Advertising date: 16th January 2025 Closing date: 30th January 2025 We welcome your application. Person Specification
Qualifications
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills applicable to the post as detailed in the person specification. Foundation degree in applied social studies or alternative (NVQ/BTEC/QCF) with additional training to diploma level. Training in group work or facilitating specific activities e.g., sports, arts, horticulture. Experience
Experience of working in an appropriate care setting. Able to follow instructions recognizing the boundaries of own competency. Experience of supervising/teaching individuals. Experience working in a mental health setting. Experience working with people who have been involved with the criminal justice system. Experience of occupational therapy. Skills
Ability to establish a rapport with service users. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Flexible. Understanding of risk assessment and how to manage this practically. Understanding of occupational therapy and can apply practically. 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.
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