Occupational Therapist

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Full timePart time
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our Mental Health and Learning Disabilities rotation scheme. The role will be to provide occupational therapy assessment and treatment interventions for the specified service user group, to carry a caseload as a member of the MDT, and to develop the occupational therapy service provision within the work setting.

This role is part of the HPFT rotation scheme; however, static posts can be considered as well as full-time or part-time hours.

We can offer you an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge whether you are seeking your first post or considering a change in specialism. We can be flexible in what we offer, depending on your development needs and preferences.

Main duties of the job

You will provide occupational therapy assessment and treatment interventions for the specified service user group including 1-1 and group interventions.

You will carry a caseload as a member of the MDT and develop the occupational therapy service provision within the setting.

You will be part of the OT service, which uses the Model Of Human Occupation across the Trust, and the Recovery Through Activity framework for groups.

Access to high-quality supervision. Preceptorship and KSF processes are an integral part of all the band 5 posts.

Lots of CPD opportunities available, including a monthly Band 5 CPD Meeting with tutorials and access to OT in-service training events.

You can attend in-service training often including outside speakers who are at the forefront of our profession.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To plan and implement individual and/or group interventions in collaboration with the service user, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.

To undertake occupational therapy assessments for a designated caseload, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits, enabling the service user in areas of self-maintenance, productivity, and leisure.

To build on existing knowledge of the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) through the use of standardised assessment and intervention tools.

Following assessment, to undertake case formulation to highlight occupational strengths and limitations and to inform the intervention plan moving forward.

To work collaboratively with service users to identify OT goals as part of the overall recovery plan.

To provide interventions in a manner that is consistent with Trust standards and values.

To routinely provide feedback to the MDT regarding observed occupational performance throughout contact, which informs ongoing assessment and therapeutic intervention.

To provide support and education to service users and carers regarding aspects of occupational therapy e.g. equipment fitting, rehabilitation programmes.

Person Specification

Qualifications Education Training

Essential

BSc/MSc/PG Dip Occupational Therapy HCPC registration (or applied for) Proficient use of Microsoft Office and associated packages

Desirable

Membership of RCOT Experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities Training in the use of the Model of Human Occupation in practice areas

Previous Experience

Essential

Application of the OT process and use of functional assessment and activity analysis Working knowledge of Recovery principles and how these relate to OT Working knowledge of standardised assessment and outcome measures appropriate to the area of practice Experience of the application of an OT model in practice

Desirable

Experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities Documented evidence of continuing professional development Experience of leading a range of groups and 1:1 interventions in a health or social care setting

Communication Skills

Essential

Ability to provide and receive sensitive and difficult information regarding service users' care and social situation Strong communication skills written and verbal Applied knowledge and understanding and ability to use a range of communication skills to overcome barriers to engagement Ability to work effectively in a team Knowledge of and effective use of appropriate professional relationships and boundaries Ability to grade and adapt practical skills Training and presentation skills

Analytical Skills

Essential

Creative problem-solving and clinical judgement skills Ability to understand, respond and adjust appropriately to the changing needs of service users Well-developed observational skills Knowledge and experience of using the range of Model of Human Occupation Assessment tools and other OT related tools Ability to critically evaluate group interventions and outcomes Ability to use case formulation to guide OT intervention plan Involvement in outcome measures, audit and promotion of Occupational Therapy

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

99 Waverley Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire. AL3 5TL

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