We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic occupational therapist to join our specialist learning disability multi-disciplinary team.
Come and join our community-based team who work closely alongside local authority and specialist mental health services to support adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in an extremely rewarding specialist area where you will use your occupational therapy skills to manage a complex clinical caseload within a well-established and friendly team.
We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition, so we provide flexible and holistic care in a range of community settings.
Main duties of the job
The occupational therapy team provides specialist support to enable people with a learning disability to live their lives fully in the community. You will be expected to:
Operate as an autonomous specialist occupational therapist and manage an appropriate complex clinical caseload providing specialist assessment and interventions for people with a learning disability. Work towards maximising a person's quality of life by providing clinical expertise, behavioural and/or engagement support. Measure progress and ensure effective outcomes for the individual with a learning disability. Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well as part of a team. Work closely with all stakeholders and promote effective collaborative working with all those involved in the person's life. Contribute to the development of multi-disciplinary best practice, service development and quality improvement. The post holder will be encouraged to access regular supervision, annual appraisal and identified CPD opportunities as required/available.
About us
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values: compassionate, aspirational, responsive, excellent.
We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suit us both.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
Recognised professional qualification in Occupational Therapy. Registered health care professional for Occupational Therapy (HCPC registration). Evidence of specialist qualifications relevant to area of practice. Approved Practice Educator.
Desirable
Registered member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists. Management or supervisory qualification or experience of study. Working towards Master level study.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
Minimum of 2 years' experience post registration. Broad range of clinical experience across a variety of clinical areas. Practical experience in managing health-related projects/complex caseloads. Supporting others (mentor/educator/supervisor) experience. Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay/E-roster/Rio).
Desirable
Experience of working with people with a learning disability. Experience of leading and managing teams. Experience of clinical audit and research.
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE
Essential
Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant legislative frameworks and policies relating to care of people with a learning disability. An understanding and ability to apply principles of risk assessment and risk management. Evidence of continued relevant professional development and implementation in practice within the last 12 months.
Desirable
Training and presentation/facilitation skills.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
Understanding of training needs in relation to post. Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise and work under pressure to meet deadlines. Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation. Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups. Strong influencing and negotiating skills.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice. Ability to manage and lead change. Ability to work under pressure. Flexible and adaptable.
ABILITY TO MANAGE
Essential
Able to support the implementation of local and national agendas for health under the guidance of the senior Practitioner. Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures. Ability to manage own time effectively.
Employer details
Employer name
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Worrall House/Montague House
West Malling/Tunbridge Wells
ME19 4AE
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Come and join our community-based team who work closely alongside local authority and specialist mental health services to support adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in an extremely rewarding specialist area where you will use your occupational therapy skills to manage a complex clinical caseload within a well-established and friendly team.
We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition, so we provide flexible and holistic care in a range of community settings.
Main duties of the job
The occupational therapy team provides specialist support to enable people with a learning disability to live their lives fully in the community. You will be expected to:
Operate as an autonomous specialist occupational therapist and manage an appropriate complex clinical caseload providing specialist assessment and interventions for people with a learning disability. Work towards maximising a person's quality of life by providing clinical expertise, behavioural and/or engagement support. Measure progress and ensure effective outcomes for the individual with a learning disability. Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well as part of a team. Work closely with all stakeholders and promote effective collaborative working with all those involved in the person's life. Contribute to the development of multi-disciplinary best practice, service development and quality improvement. The post holder will be encouraged to access regular supervision, annual appraisal and identified CPD opportunities as required/available.
About us
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values: compassionate, aspirational, responsive, excellent.
We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suit us both.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
Recognised professional qualification in Occupational Therapy. Registered health care professional for Occupational Therapy (HCPC registration). Evidence of specialist qualifications relevant to area of practice. Approved Practice Educator.
Desirable
Registered member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists. Management or supervisory qualification or experience of study. Working towards Master level study.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
Minimum of 2 years' experience post registration. Broad range of clinical experience across a variety of clinical areas. Practical experience in managing health-related projects/complex caseloads. Supporting others (mentor/educator/supervisor) experience. Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay/E-roster/Rio).
Desirable
Experience of working with people with a learning disability. Experience of leading and managing teams. Experience of clinical audit and research.
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE
Essential
Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant legislative frameworks and policies relating to care of people with a learning disability. An understanding and ability to apply principles of risk assessment and risk management. Evidence of continued relevant professional development and implementation in practice within the last 12 months.
Desirable
Training and presentation/facilitation skills.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
Understanding of training needs in relation to post. Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise and work under pressure to meet deadlines. Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation. Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups. Strong influencing and negotiating skills.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice. Ability to manage and lead change. Ability to work under pressure. Flexible and adaptable.
ABILITY TO MANAGE
Essential
Able to support the implementation of local and national agendas for health under the guidance of the senior Practitioner. Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures. Ability to manage own time effectively.
Employer details
Employer name
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Worrall House/Montague House
West Malling/Tunbridge Wells
ME19 4AE
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
