Specialist Occupational Therapist - Adult Learning Disability Services, East Surrey
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapist to come and be part of a forward-thinking occupational therapy service within the East Surrey Community Team for people with learning disabilities. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team who are committed to leading and developing innovative ways of ensuring the needs of people who use our services are a key component of high-quality service delivery. This role would suit an existing Band 6 Occupational Therapist or an experienced Band 5 looking for a challenge and experience at Band 6 level. The ideal candidate would be passionate about working with people with learning disabilities, have a grounded knowledge of occupational therapy, and be a self-directed motivated team player. Our Learning Disability Division comprises of an inpatient, assessment and treatment unit, an intensive support service, and within community teams for people with learning disabilities where the post holder will be based. We use the Model of Human Occupation to guide all our OT assessments and interventions. The OT Leadership team is committed to an extensive, coordinated CPD programme including supervision, care group and trust wide training, core competence training, and annual conferences. All staff are valued for their expertise in occupationally focused interventions and specialist group therapy. Main duties of the job
To provide high quality and evidence based occupational therapy assessment and interventions, both group and individual, to people who access services and their carers/supporters/family members, in line with the occupational therapy pathways. To communicate effectively with people who access services, carers, the multi-disciplinary team and when appropriate outside agencies. To contribute to the generic functioning of the team. To provide supervision and mentoring to more junior occupational therapists, occupational therapy apprenticeships, support workers and activities coordinators (as appropriate). To provide occupational therapy student placements. To contribute to service development and audits. To take on the role of lead professional as appropriate. About us
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well. We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress. Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby. Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received. We look forward to receiving your application! Job description
Job responsibilities
Please check the job description & person specification document for more information on the requirements for this job. Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Occupational Therapy professional qualification Desirable
Completion of a Fieldwork Educators' course Experience
Essential
Relevant post qualification clinical experience Experience of using multiple occupational frames of reference and approaches Experience of using relevant occupational therapy assessment and implementing interventions Experience in applying knowledge of the impact of health and disability on occupational performance, participation and identity Evidence of an interest and skills in specialist area Desirable
Experience of contributing to service development/project work Experience as a supervisor Experience of group facilitation Skills
Essential
Valid UK licence and access to a vehicle for work. Employer details
Employer name
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address
18 Mole Business Park Randalls Road Leatherhead KT22 7AD Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
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An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapist to come and be part of a forward-thinking occupational therapy service within the East Surrey Community Team for people with learning disabilities. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team who are committed to leading and developing innovative ways of ensuring the needs of people who use our services are a key component of high-quality service delivery. This role would suit an existing Band 6 Occupational Therapist or an experienced Band 5 looking for a challenge and experience at Band 6 level. The ideal candidate would be passionate about working with people with learning disabilities, have a grounded knowledge of occupational therapy, and be a self-directed motivated team player. Our Learning Disability Division comprises of an inpatient, assessment and treatment unit, an intensive support service, and within community teams for people with learning disabilities where the post holder will be based. We use the Model of Human Occupation to guide all our OT assessments and interventions. The OT Leadership team is committed to an extensive, coordinated CPD programme including supervision, care group and trust wide training, core competence training, and annual conferences. All staff are valued for their expertise in occupationally focused interventions and specialist group therapy. Main duties of the job
To provide high quality and evidence based occupational therapy assessment and interventions, both group and individual, to people who access services and their carers/supporters/family members, in line with the occupational therapy pathways. To communicate effectively with people who access services, carers, the multi-disciplinary team and when appropriate outside agencies. To contribute to the generic functioning of the team. To provide supervision and mentoring to more junior occupational therapists, occupational therapy apprenticeships, support workers and activities coordinators (as appropriate). To provide occupational therapy student placements. To contribute to service development and audits. To take on the role of lead professional as appropriate. About us
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well. We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress. Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby. Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received. We look forward to receiving your application! Job description
Job responsibilities
Please check the job description & person specification document for more information on the requirements for this job. Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Occupational Therapy professional qualification Desirable
Completion of a Fieldwork Educators' course Experience
Essential
Relevant post qualification clinical experience Experience of using multiple occupational frames of reference and approaches Experience of using relevant occupational therapy assessment and implementing interventions Experience in applying knowledge of the impact of health and disability on occupational performance, participation and identity Evidence of an interest and skills in specialist area Desirable
Experience of contributing to service development/project work Experience as a supervisor Experience of group facilitation Skills
Essential
Valid UK licence and access to a vehicle for work. Employer details
Employer name
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address
18 Mole Business Park Randalls Road Leatherhead KT22 7AD Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
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