Senior/ Specialist Occupational Therapist
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join the team at STEPS Rehabilitation based in Sheffield as we expand our services. The role of the Specialist Occupational Therapist (OT) is to provide high quality holistic therapy to our clients throughout their journey alongside the inter-disciplinary team. STEPS provide high quality care and rehabilitation to residential and outpatient clients with a range of neurological conditions and complex trauma injuries. While you are supporting our clients through their journey, STEPS will support you with a fantastic benefits package: Free onsite parking for night workers Discounted travel pass scheme Enhanced holiday entitlement of 33 days holiday (pro rata) Life assurance scheme (four times your annual salary) Private medical cover Critical Illness Cover (three times your annual salary) Income protection scheme (75% in the case of illness or incapacity for up to five years) Paid time to complete mandatory training Free specialist internal training Cycle to work scheme Discounted Gym Memberships Blue light card Vivup benefits platform Access to support 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme 1% employee pension contribution with 7% employer contribution Benefit from supernumerary shifts as part of onboarding before commencing with your usual shift pattern Main duties of the job
The Specialist Occupational Therapist will be required to assess and provide intervention addressing occupational performance in the areas of self-care, leisure, and productivity. Goals are identified through collaboration with the client, relatives, carers and Interdisciplinary team. This includes off site community rehabilitation in the local community and visiting places that offer accessible activities. There are opportunities for development with access to external courses and STEPS provide regular in-service training and supervision. About us
STEPS is a purpose-built 23-bedroom, unique rehabilitation facility, able to deliver high-quality care from a range of medical and rehabilitation specialists on Abbeydale Road, Sheffield. It is a unique environment that provides rehabilitation to clients who have suffered serious injuries and debilitating neurological illnesses. STEPS has been designed to feel non-clinical, comfortable and homely and we hope you will agree STEPS is like no other care facility you will have worked in. Our specialists work collaboratively under one roof and clients can access a wide range of therapies and specialist robotic and VR rehabilitation equipment. You will be working within our interdisciplinary team comprised of Consultants in rehabilitation medicine; spinal injuries, amputations, anaesthetics, plastic surgery and pain management, physiotherapists; occupational therapists; speech and language therapists; neuro-psychologists; neurologic music therapist; prosthetic and orthotic specialists and amongst other nurses experienced in complex care. This is an excellent opportunity to develop professionally and expand your experience in an exceptional setting. Job responsibilities
To assess and provide OT assessment and intervention, addressing occupational performance in the areas of self-care, leisure and productivity To deliver specialist OT assessment and intervention to clients within specialist clinical areas To undertake the client key worker role within STEPS Rehabilitation To involve clients and carers in the development and delivery of goals within the rehabilitation plan To assess, implement and monitor individual client rehabilitation plans Carry out community visits and home assessments to support a clients transition from STEPS Identify a range of specialist equipment to optimise functional independence, quality of life and manage risk To complete required documentation including clinical notes and comprehensive reports within a timely manner To ensure accurate recording and monitoring of relevant outcome measures To apply manual handling principles as outlined by legislation and department procedures To adhere to and carry out individual client risk assessments In conjunction with the wider interdisciplinary team, to ensure personal care and nutritional needs of clients are met To be flexible and able to offer support to other clinical areas as required Provide supervision and support to junior OTs, assistants and students To have an awareness of current evidence-based OT practice and research in relevant to the client group To initiate and lead on service development projects in conjunction with the wider interdisciplinary team e.g, education, training, audits with support from Lead OT/ Head of Therapies To identify service equipment needs and resources to the Lead OT/ Head of Therapy To be compliant with the clinical governance requirements operating within STEPS procedures To act upon and escalate issues as required following STEPS guidance and operating procedures To adhere to the Royal College of OT code of ethics and professional conduct This Job description is an outline which reflects the present requirements of the post and is not intended to be exhaustive list of duties. Person Specification
Experience
Minimum of 2 years clinical experience working in Neurological care or complex Trauma/SCI Specialist rehabilitation experience in treating clients with motor, sensory, cognitive, perceptual, emotional and psychological problems Knowledge in wheelchairs, seating and postural management Managing own workload Experience of supervising, supporting and delegating to OTs, assistants or students. Experience in assessing for equipment Setting and reviewing client centered goals Documented evidence of continuing professional development IT experience including Microsoft Office packages Experience of working within governance frameworks e.g. clinical systems, data management, complaints, reporting incidents Clinical experience in Neurological rehabilitation Experience in spinal injuries Experience in traumatic amputee rehab Experience in Neurological handling skills Casting and Splinting experience Evidence of Post Grad level in specialism/Masters level study Experience of working in a private medical setting Experience of writing medico/legal reports Experience of audit functions Qualifications
Registered with HCPC Degree level qualification in Occupational Therapy Evidence of continuing professional development including postgraduate courses / qualifications Qualification / short courses in staff management / supervision Membership of Royal College of Occupational Therapists and a relevant specialist section group Key trainer/train the trainer qualification Leadership, mentorship or supervisory course Clinical Educators Course Skills & Attributes
Creative, innovative, inclusive and engaging approach to client care Excellent problem-solving skills Able to deal with difficult situations appropriately Excellent communicator both written and verbal. Able to demonstrate excellent listening skills Able to work as part of an interdisciplinary team. Adaptable and flexible Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to drive as part of role 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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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join the team at STEPS Rehabilitation based in Sheffield as we expand our services. The role of the Specialist Occupational Therapist (OT) is to provide high quality holistic therapy to our clients throughout their journey alongside the inter-disciplinary team. STEPS provide high quality care and rehabilitation to residential and outpatient clients with a range of neurological conditions and complex trauma injuries. While you are supporting our clients through their journey, STEPS will support you with a fantastic benefits package: Free onsite parking for night workers Discounted travel pass scheme Enhanced holiday entitlement of 33 days holiday (pro rata) Life assurance scheme (four times your annual salary) Private medical cover Critical Illness Cover (three times your annual salary) Income protection scheme (75% in the case of illness or incapacity for up to five years) Paid time to complete mandatory training Free specialist internal training Cycle to work scheme Discounted Gym Memberships Blue light card Vivup benefits platform Access to support 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme 1% employee pension contribution with 7% employer contribution Benefit from supernumerary shifts as part of onboarding before commencing with your usual shift pattern Main duties of the job
The Specialist Occupational Therapist will be required to assess and provide intervention addressing occupational performance in the areas of self-care, leisure, and productivity. Goals are identified through collaboration with the client, relatives, carers and Interdisciplinary team. This includes off site community rehabilitation in the local community and visiting places that offer accessible activities. There are opportunities for development with access to external courses and STEPS provide regular in-service training and supervision. About us
STEPS is a purpose-built 23-bedroom, unique rehabilitation facility, able to deliver high-quality care from a range of medical and rehabilitation specialists on Abbeydale Road, Sheffield. It is a unique environment that provides rehabilitation to clients who have suffered serious injuries and debilitating neurological illnesses. STEPS has been designed to feel non-clinical, comfortable and homely and we hope you will agree STEPS is like no other care facility you will have worked in. Our specialists work collaboratively under one roof and clients can access a wide range of therapies and specialist robotic and VR rehabilitation equipment. You will be working within our interdisciplinary team comprised of Consultants in rehabilitation medicine; spinal injuries, amputations, anaesthetics, plastic surgery and pain management, physiotherapists; occupational therapists; speech and language therapists; neuro-psychologists; neurologic music therapist; prosthetic and orthotic specialists and amongst other nurses experienced in complex care. This is an excellent opportunity to develop professionally and expand your experience in an exceptional setting. Job responsibilities
To assess and provide OT assessment and intervention, addressing occupational performance in the areas of self-care, leisure and productivity To deliver specialist OT assessment and intervention to clients within specialist clinical areas To undertake the client key worker role within STEPS Rehabilitation To involve clients and carers in the development and delivery of goals within the rehabilitation plan To assess, implement and monitor individual client rehabilitation plans Carry out community visits and home assessments to support a clients transition from STEPS Identify a range of specialist equipment to optimise functional independence, quality of life and manage risk To complete required documentation including clinical notes and comprehensive reports within a timely manner To ensure accurate recording and monitoring of relevant outcome measures To apply manual handling principles as outlined by legislation and department procedures To adhere to and carry out individual client risk assessments In conjunction with the wider interdisciplinary team, to ensure personal care and nutritional needs of clients are met To be flexible and able to offer support to other clinical areas as required Provide supervision and support to junior OTs, assistants and students To have an awareness of current evidence-based OT practice and research in relevant to the client group To initiate and lead on service development projects in conjunction with the wider interdisciplinary team e.g, education, training, audits with support from Lead OT/ Head of Therapies To identify service equipment needs and resources to the Lead OT/ Head of Therapy To be compliant with the clinical governance requirements operating within STEPS procedures To act upon and escalate issues as required following STEPS guidance and operating procedures To adhere to the Royal College of OT code of ethics and professional conduct This Job description is an outline which reflects the present requirements of the post and is not intended to be exhaustive list of duties. Person Specification
Experience
Minimum of 2 years clinical experience working in Neurological care or complex Trauma/SCI Specialist rehabilitation experience in treating clients with motor, sensory, cognitive, perceptual, emotional and psychological problems Knowledge in wheelchairs, seating and postural management Managing own workload Experience of supervising, supporting and delegating to OTs, assistants or students. Experience in assessing for equipment Setting and reviewing client centered goals Documented evidence of continuing professional development IT experience including Microsoft Office packages Experience of working within governance frameworks e.g. clinical systems, data management, complaints, reporting incidents Clinical experience in Neurological rehabilitation Experience in spinal injuries Experience in traumatic amputee rehab Experience in Neurological handling skills Casting and Splinting experience Evidence of Post Grad level in specialism/Masters level study Experience of working in a private medical setting Experience of writing medico/legal reports Experience of audit functions Qualifications
Registered with HCPC Degree level qualification in Occupational Therapy Evidence of continuing professional development including postgraduate courses / qualifications Qualification / short courses in staff management / supervision Membership of Royal College of Occupational Therapists and a relevant specialist section group Key trainer/train the trainer qualification Leadership, mentorship or supervisory course Clinical Educators Course Skills & Attributes
Creative, innovative, inclusive and engaging approach to client care Excellent problem-solving skills Able to deal with difficult situations appropriately Excellent communicator both written and verbal. Able to demonstrate excellent listening skills Able to work as part of an interdisciplinary team. Adaptable and flexible Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to drive as part of role 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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