Senior Occupational Therapist

1 month ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time
Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist - Emergency Planning Specialist

This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires a high level of expertise in emergency planning and response. As a Senior Occupational Therapist - Emergency Planning Specialist, you will be responsible for developing and implementing emergency plans to ensure the safety and well-being of patients and staff.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement emergency plans to ensure the safety and well-being of patients and staff
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure effective emergency planning and response
  • Provide training and education to staff on emergency planning and response
  • Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate risks
  • Develop and maintain relationships with external partners and stakeholders
Requirements:
  • First degree in an Emergency planning related field /Diploma in Health Emergency Planning or equivalent vocational experience
  • Extensive knowledge of specialist areas, acquired through post graduate diploma or equivalent experience or training plus further specialist knowledge or equivalent experience
  • Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development through Associate Membership or above of relevant professional body / society Emergency Planning Society (EPS) / Institute of Civil Protection and Emergency Management (ICPEM)
  • Experience of Resilience systems and processes including command and control/Incident response
  • Experience of delivering training
  • Experience of working across staff groups and between organisations
  • Experience of similar role in public sector
  • Able to demonstrate up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance including the Civil Contingencies Act 2004, Health and Care Act 2022 and the NHS England Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response Guidance (2022)
  • Experience of managing a risk-based approach to towards resilience, preparedness; the application of dynamic risk assessment and the use of Decision-Making Models in supporting these processes
  • Experience and understanding of Systems Resilience, including capacity and flow, and the various partners that make up the Frimley ICS
  • BTEC Level 3 in Education and Training or equivalent trainer qualification, or willing to attend relevant course
What We Offer:
  • Flexible working options to support work-life balance
  • 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
  • Generous NHS pension scheme
  • Excellent learning and career development opportunities
  • 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme
  • Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
  • Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
  • Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality
  • Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
  • Free parking across Trust sites

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.

We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer. We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you'll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:

  • Caring for and about you is our top priority
  • Committed to providing good quality, safe services
  • Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.



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