Occupational Therapist
4 weeks ago
Job summary
Would you like to work in an innovative trauma informed team, where there is a strong focus on staff development and delivering high quality care?
We are looking for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our well-established, diverse team and supportive Acute Mental Health Team based in Harrow, Northwick Park Hospital. The location base is easily accessible from Northwick Park Hospital and Harrow on the Hill tube stations and is well connected to other local transport services. We want you to bring your unique blend of experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and knowledge to our OT team as diversity makes us stronger. You will have the opportunity to specialise your skills in a number of areas, including :
Sensory integration for service users with complex emotional needs and neuro-diverse needs; Regular Trauma Informed Approaches training and team formulation
Main duties of the job
This post is a pure occupational therapy role role with some generic responsibilities. This role is ideal for newly qualified occupational therapist or anyone looking to gain experience in an acute mental health setting, working alongside a supportive and experienced team . You will develop skills in OT specific assessments, sensory assessments and interventions, trauma informed approaches, individual and group work and have the opportunity to learn from a varied of skills within our MDT, including nursing, social work, psychology and the medical team.
About us
OT in CNWL is very fortunate in having a long-established professional structure and this includes an AHP director, Trust wide Professional Head of OT, borough and specialist Head OTs. This has the vast benefit of ensuring representation of our profession at all levels - both strategically and operationally.
Personal and professional development is a high priority for the profession and is underpinned by our OT R&D strategy, R& D specialist groups and OT clinical networks. This enables us to invest in the development of our staff by providing excellent internal training as well as commissioning specialised external training and providing quality supervision.
We actively support the next generation of OTs through apprenticeships, student placements and the promotion of the profession as a career in schools. We are proud of the diversity in our workforce but have invested time in supporting and developing this further through our BAME OT group.
We recognise that the step between student and professional needs support so we have invested fully in our Band 5s development through robust supervision, a preceptorship programme and internal training. Success at preceptorship enables them to then be an educator for OT students. Career development opportunities are available and many of our Band 5s chose to stay with us in senior posts.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as a ward based Occupational Therapist to provide the multidisciplinary team (MDT) on the treatment ward with an occupational therapy service and expertise; this will include:
individual and group work, assessment, intervention and evaluation in accordance with the Royal College of Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics To establish links with other OTs in interfacing acute and community mental health teams to enable effective continuation of Occupational Therapy input if required. To manage a caseload of service users with complex, severe and enduring mental health needs; using evidence based, trauma informed and recovery principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment. To integrate evidence based practice and skilful use of assessments & interventions with personal recovery principles in order to improve the service users quality of life and to support them to do the things they want to do and live the life they want to lead. To apply a high level of understanding of the effects of mental illness and physical conditions; providing training and advice on lifestyle changes and adaptations to the service users social and physical environment. This will include undertaking assessments andmaking recommendations with regards to the provision of equipment/aids and adaptations. Where applicable to undertake the Preceptorship process as outlined by RCOT guidelines and CNWL Trust policy. Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
Degree/diploma in occupational therapy Health Professionals Council (HPC) registered Occupational Therapist.
Desirable
Practice education training
Previous experience
Essential
Relevant work/voluntary experience in mental health or related setting.
Desirable
Experience of working in a multi cultural environment Experience of working in an acute mental health setting Computerised data collection systems in a health setting Planning, implementation & evaluation of group interventions Experience of training others in technical, leisure or creative skills
Clinical skills
Essential
Application of OT process Risk management Reflective practice Client-centred practice Ability to prioritise work load and use own initiative Ability to treat service users with respect and dignity at all times, adopting a culturally sensitive approach, which considers the needs of the whole person Able to build constructive relationships with warmth and empathy, using good communication skills
Desirable
Able to delegate work to others in clinical team
Specialist Knowledge
Essential
OT theory related to practice OT process Mental health conditions Relevant legislation Clinical Governance Code of ethics and professional conduct
Desirable
Familiarity with MOHO assessment process
Research and development
Essential
Experience of developing a basic research proposal
Desirable
Interest in participating in evidence based activities according to departmental need.
Non clinical skills
Essential
Verbal and written communication skills
Professional Conduct
Essential
Work autonomously Take responsibility Team player Time management and organisational skills Evidence of CPD
Other
Desirable
Membership of COT/specialist section-
Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist
2 days ago
Harrow, United Kingdom Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob summary Harrow Paediatric Occupational Therapy are looking for motivated, flexible and innovative therapists to work with children and young people in Harrow. We are a friendly, dynamic and innovative team who are passionate about supporting children, young people and families in Harrow. We have an established internal training programme along...
-
Band 6 Physiotherapist
24 hours ago
Harrow, United Kingdom Your World Recruitment Ltd Full timeBand 6 Community Neuro Occupational Therapist - Fantastic pay rate! Car driver desirable!Your World is currently seeking an experienced band 6 Community Rehab Occupational Therapist for work on a locum basis.You will be joining an outstanding set-up within a well-known Community Rehabilitation Team in East Finchley. Please note that due to the community...
-
Band 6 Physiotherapist
4 weeks ago
Harrow, United Kingdom Your World Recruitment Ltd Full timeBand 6 Community Neuro Occupational Therapist - Fantastic pay rate! Car driver desirable! Your World is currently seeking an experienced band 6 Community Rehab Occupational Therapist for work on a locum basis. You will be joining an outstanding set-up within a well-known Community Rehabilitation Team in East Finchley. Please note that due to the community...
-
Band 6 Physiotherapist
4 weeks ago
Harrow, United Kingdom Your World Recruitment Ltd Full timeBand 6 Community Neuro Occupational Therapist - Fantastic pay rate! Car driver desirable!Your World is currently seeking an experienced band 6 Community Rehab Occupational Therapist for work on a locum basis.You will be joining an outstanding set-up within a well-known Community Rehabilitation Team in East Finchley. Please note that due to the community...
-
Experienced Occupational Therapist
11 hours ago
Harrow, United Kingdom London North West Healthcare NHS Trust Full timeDetailed job description and main responsibilities To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria Registered Nurse A&E nursing course or module. Degree Recognised Teaching Course Precetorship Skills & Abilities ...
-
Rotational Occupational Therapist
2 days ago
Harrow, United Kingdom Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob overview Community Mental Health Services in Harrow have undergone transformation and are pleased to announce the Harrow Community Mental Health Hub. The Adult Mental Health Community redesign is part of an initiative to improve the quality of care received by people with mental health needs in their local community. The national direction of...
-
Physiotherapist Band 6
4 weeks ago
Harrow, Greater London, United Kingdom Your World Recruitment Ltd Full timeBand 6 Community Neuro Occupational Therapist - Fantastic pay rate! Car driver desirable! Your World is currently seeking an experienced band 6 Community Rehab Occupational Therapist for work on a locum basis. You will be joining an outstanding set-up within a well-known Community Rehabilitation Team in East Finchley. Please note that due to the community...
-
Resuscitation Coordinator
2 days ago
Harrow, United Kingdom Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob overview Harrow Paediatric Occupational Therapy are looking for motivated, flexible and innovative therapists to work with children and young people in Harrow. We are a friendly, dynamic and innovative team who are passionate about supporting children, young people and families in Harrow. We have an established internal training programme along...
-
Therapy Clinical Lead
4 weeks ago
Harrow, United Kingdom Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust Full timeHarrow Community Services is seeking to appoint a professional, competent, enthusiastic, and experienced Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist to join us to build on existing models of care and introduce integrated models of care in the Borough. The transformation plan over the next 12 months includes further integration across primary, acute care, social...
-
Band 6 Physiotherapist
4 weeks ago
Harrow, Greater London, United Kingdom Your World Recruitment Ltd Full timeBand 6 Community Neuro Occupational Therapist - Fantastic pay rate! Car driver desirable! Your World is currently seeking an experienced band 6 Community Rehab Occupational Therapist for work on a locum basis. You will be joining an outstanding set-up within a well-known Community Rehabilitation Team in East Finchley. Please note that due to the community...
-
Special Needs Teaching Assistant
4 days ago
Harrow, United Kingdom SANZA Teaching Agency Full timeSpecial Needs Teaching Assistant £90- £100 per day Harrow (Edgware) Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special needs? Do you possess a caring nature and a positive attitude that can inspire and support children in challenging situations? If so, we have a remarkable opportunity for you! SANZA Teaching...
-
Teaching Assistant
4 days ago
Harrow, United Kingdom Reeson Education Full timeTeaching Assistant - Full Time - North West - Immediate StartAre you a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant seeking an exciting opportunity to support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in a dynamic SEN school? Look no further! We are currently recruiting for a full-time TA position at an esteemed SEN school situated in North West London...
-
Special Needs Teaching Assistant
4 days ago
Harrow, United Kingdom SANZA Teaching Agency Full timeSpecial Needs Teaching Assistant £90- £100 per day Harrow (Edgware) Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special needs? Do you possess a caring nature and a positive attitude that can inspire and support children in challenging situations? If so, we have a remarkable opportunity for you! SANZA Teaching Agency are...
-
Harrow, United Kingdom London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust Full timeJob summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated, highly experienced and passionate Physiotherapist to clinically lead the Surgical and Critical Care Physiotherapy Teamat London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust, working alongside the Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist. The post offers rotational experience across Ealing...
-
Business Administrator
1 day ago
Harrow, United Kingdom Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob overview This is an exciting opportunity to be an established Discharge Lead providing a link between Acute and Community Mental Health Services across Health and Social Care. Whilst managing other members of the discharge team. We are looking for someone who has great communication skills and the confidence to negotiate outcomes for our patients...
-
Principal Clinical/ Counselling Psychologist
4 days ago
Harrow, United Kingdom Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob summary Harrow Adult Mental Health Services are looking for a highly motivated and passionate Clinical/ Counselling Psychologist to lead our Acute Psychology Pathway and team. The Acute Psychology Pathway provides integrated psychological care to services users from our two adult inpatient wards (Eastlake & Ferneley), Home Treatment Team (HTT) and...
