Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Are you looking to develop your skills and career in the field of Older Persons Mental Health? We have an exciting opportunity to join the Occupational Team here at Melbury Lodge. This Band 6 Occupational Therapist role is an exciting opportunity to work within an Older Persons Mental Health Unit, supporting patients with complex mental health needs such as dementia, depression, or anxiety disorders. You will deliver person-centred interventions aimed at enhancing patient's functional abilities, independence, and quality of life. Main duties of the job
As a Band 6 OT your main duties will include conducting comprehensive assessments of patient's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social needs, considering the impact of their mental health conditions. You will develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans that promote recovery, well-being, and functional independence. You will utilise standardized assessment tools and clinical judgement to complete care planning. You will be expected to support patients in developing coping mechanisms and adapting to their environments. You will help with providing therapy sessions and one-to-one interventions tailored to patient's needs. You will work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team (MDT), including nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers, to deliver holistic care. You will attend and contribute to case discussions, care reviews, and discharge planning meetings. You will be expected to provide specialist advice to the MDT regarding occupational performance and functional abilities. You will provide clinical supervision and mentorship to junior OTs, therapy assistants, and students on placements. You will be expected to engage in continuous professional development to maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills, attend relevant training, workshops, and conferences. This role requires a dynamic and compassionate OT who can balance clinical responsibilities and professional development to deliver outstanding care for older adults with mental health needs. About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve. Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone. If you are concerned that a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers, please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. Person Specification
Qualifications
Diploma or Degree in OT. Documented evidence of continuing professional development. Practice placement qualification within one year of employment. Post graduate training relevant to older persons mental health. Experience
3 years post registration experience including at least 2 years within mental health. Experience of audit procedures. Specialist knowledge and application of OT assessments and interventions relevant to client group. Understanding of OT outcome measures. Detailed knowledge of mental health legislation and current practice. Detailed knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and its application. Experience of a range of mental health settings. Supervision of junior staff and students. Leadership and first line management experience. Presentation and training skills. Additional Criteria
Commitment to service user-centred, non-discriminatory practice. Commitment to lifelong learning. State registration with HPC. Willingness to work flexibly. Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities. Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues. Ability to build effective working relationships. 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. Address
Melbury Lodge Royal Hampshire County Hospital, Romsey Road
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Are you looking to develop your skills and career in the field of Older Persons Mental Health? We have an exciting opportunity to join the Occupational Team here at Melbury Lodge. This Band 6 Occupational Therapist role is an exciting opportunity to work within an Older Persons Mental Health Unit, supporting patients with complex mental health needs such as dementia, depression, or anxiety disorders. You will deliver person-centred interventions aimed at enhancing patient's functional abilities, independence, and quality of life. Main duties of the job
As a Band 6 OT your main duties will include conducting comprehensive assessments of patient's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social needs, considering the impact of their mental health conditions. You will develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans that promote recovery, well-being, and functional independence. You will utilise standardized assessment tools and clinical judgement to complete care planning. You will be expected to support patients in developing coping mechanisms and adapting to their environments. You will help with providing therapy sessions and one-to-one interventions tailored to patient's needs. You will work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team (MDT), including nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers, to deliver holistic care. You will attend and contribute to case discussions, care reviews, and discharge planning meetings. You will be expected to provide specialist advice to the MDT regarding occupational performance and functional abilities. You will provide clinical supervision and mentorship to junior OTs, therapy assistants, and students on placements. You will be expected to engage in continuous professional development to maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills, attend relevant training, workshops, and conferences. This role requires a dynamic and compassionate OT who can balance clinical responsibilities and professional development to deliver outstanding care for older adults with mental health needs. About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve. Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone. If you are concerned that a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers, please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. Person Specification
Qualifications
Diploma or Degree in OT. Documented evidence of continuing professional development. Practice placement qualification within one year of employment. Post graduate training relevant to older persons mental health. Experience
3 years post registration experience including at least 2 years within mental health. Experience of audit procedures. Specialist knowledge and application of OT assessments and interventions relevant to client group. Understanding of OT outcome measures. Detailed knowledge of mental health legislation and current practice. Detailed knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and its application. Experience of a range of mental health settings. Supervision of junior staff and students. Leadership and first line management experience. Presentation and training skills. Additional Criteria
Commitment to service user-centred, non-discriminatory practice. Commitment to lifelong learning. State registration with HPC. Willingness to work flexibly. Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities. Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues. Ability to build effective working relationships. 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. Address
Melbury Lodge Royal Hampshire County Hospital, Romsey Road
#J-18808-Ljbffr
