We are seeking to recruit a forward thinking and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join the therapies team in Enfield Acute Mental Health at Chase Farm Hospital.
The successful candidate will be involved in shaping and monitoring the quality of service provision against set standards. As a key member of the MDT, the successful applicant will hold a designated caseload and be able to work independently providing OT assessments, addressing occupational performance, enabling the client in areas of self-care, productivity and leisure, and will:
Be motivated, energetic and a flexible team player with excellent communication skills. Be able to use initiative and have some responsibilities towards the management of the inpatient treatment programme. Demonstrate an interest and participation in evidence-based practice and professional development and working with recovery principles. Be familiar with the MOHO and other evidence-based assessment tools in order to establish a baseline functional assessment from which recommendations can determine further ongoing care and treatment to enable optimum functioning.
Occupational Therapy is essential and valued across the Trust, and we are committed to providing ongoing support, professional development, and guidance throughout your time with us. Ably led by our Trust Wide Allied Health Professionals Lead and strong senior AHP leaders, our recently reviewed AHP Strategy reflects our forward thinking, creative and diverse AHP community.
Responsibilities: To be part of the Inpatient Therapy Team who provide occupational therapy provision to the acute wards based on the MOHO model. To be an active member of the multi-disciplinary teams on the wards and, with supervision, be involved in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care. The post will involve delivery of the OT provision to a designated caseload, focusing on recovery and developing skills for life. This will include planning and running a range of therapeutic groups and individual sessions, carrying out functional assessments and contributing to multidisciplinary team care planning, formulation and risk assessment. You will work closely with the MDT and other local agencies to provide occupational therapy assessment and intervention as part of the acute clinical pathway. The team includes: Peer Activity Coordinators, Occupational Therapists, Technical Instructors, Art Therapists, Dramatherapists and Activity Coordinators.
If you are an OT who strives for excellence and wants to develop to your full potential, we would welcome your application. Newly qualified OTs are strongly encouraged to apply.
What we offer: Opportunity to work in a supportive, dynamic and varied therapies team. Regular supervision and appraisal, peer support. A comprehensive CPD programme and Advanced Preceptorship for those who have completed the Preceptorship Programme, AHP Conference. Opportunity to be part of various networks – Better Together Network, Women’s Network, LGBTQI Network, BAME AHP network, Wellbeing Network to name a few. Annual staff O.S.C.A.R.S - Celebrating Staff Excellence awards. We are also fortunate to have onsite childcare facilities for staff - Rated Good at their last inspection.
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The successful candidate will be involved in shaping and monitoring the quality of service provision against set standards. As a key member of the MDT, the successful applicant will hold a designated caseload and be able to work independently providing OT assessments, addressing occupational performance, enabling the client in areas of self-care, productivity and leisure, and will:
Be motivated, energetic and a flexible team player with excellent communication skills. Be able to use initiative and have some responsibilities towards the management of the inpatient treatment programme. Demonstrate an interest and participation in evidence-based practice and professional development and working with recovery principles. Be familiar with the MOHO and other evidence-based assessment tools in order to establish a baseline functional assessment from which recommendations can determine further ongoing care and treatment to enable optimum functioning.
Occupational Therapy is essential and valued across the Trust, and we are committed to providing ongoing support, professional development, and guidance throughout your time with us. Ably led by our Trust Wide Allied Health Professionals Lead and strong senior AHP leaders, our recently reviewed AHP Strategy reflects our forward thinking, creative and diverse AHP community.
Responsibilities: To be part of the Inpatient Therapy Team who provide occupational therapy provision to the acute wards based on the MOHO model. To be an active member of the multi-disciplinary teams on the wards and, with supervision, be involved in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care. The post will involve delivery of the OT provision to a designated caseload, focusing on recovery and developing skills for life. This will include planning and running a range of therapeutic groups and individual sessions, carrying out functional assessments and contributing to multidisciplinary team care planning, formulation and risk assessment. You will work closely with the MDT and other local agencies to provide occupational therapy assessment and intervention as part of the acute clinical pathway. The team includes: Peer Activity Coordinators, Occupational Therapists, Technical Instructors, Art Therapists, Dramatherapists and Activity Coordinators.
If you are an OT who strives for excellence and wants to develop to your full potential, we would welcome your application. Newly qualified OTs are strongly encouraged to apply.
What we offer: Opportunity to work in a supportive, dynamic and varied therapies team. Regular supervision and appraisal, peer support. A comprehensive CPD programme and Advanced Preceptorship for those who have completed the Preceptorship Programme, AHP Conference. Opportunity to be part of various networks – Better Together Network, Women’s Network, LGBTQI Network, BAME AHP network, Wellbeing Network to name a few. Annual staff O.S.C.A.R.S - Celebrating Staff Excellence awards. We are also fortunate to have onsite childcare facilities for staff - Rated Good at their last inspection.
Please see the job description and person specification for further information. #J-18808-Ljbffr
