Senior Occupational Therapist
2 days ago
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivatedSenior Occupational Therapist to join Junipers Ward, Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit.
Your clinical work will involve working with service userswith severe/complex mental health needs, using occupationally focused evidencebased assessment and skills to provide therapeutic interventions.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will use evidence based, client-centredprinciples to assess, plan, implement and review appropriate group andindividual interventions for service users. The Occupational Therapy team forman integral part of the multi-disciplinary team, providing Occupational Therapyinput, aimed at achieving maximum independence for all clients in the areas ofself-care, productivity and leisure. The Senior Occupational Therapist will beresponsible for providing professional leadership and line management of Band5 OTs and OT support staff, under the supervision of the Advanced OccupationalTherapist.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader Employer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy. Registration with the Health Professions Council. Commitment to undertake continuing professional development.
Desirable
IT Skills
Knowledge
Essential
Sound theoretical understanding of OT practice and recovery principles within Mental Health settings. Experience of working in an inpatient setting. Understanding of therapeutic boundaries. Knowledge of mental health legislation and relevant NICE guidelines/ national policies. Understanding of role of OT in the multidisciplinary team. Understanding of team dynamics. Sound Risk Assessment skills.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
Excellent communication skills written and verbal. Ability to set clear boundaries and communicate these to others. Ability to teach practical skills to people with mental health difficulties. Conveys motivated attitude to work. OT specific assessment skills and ability to formulate appropriate recommendations and treatment plans. Ability to use initiative and take responsibility. Good organisation and time management skills. Ability to co-ordinate and delegate caseload and group programme. Physically able to participate in a variety of activities sports, cookery, gardening. Understanding of Health, Safety, Risk Assessment and Management. Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance. Ability to use supervision appropriate to grade. Flexible working hours to include evening and weekend work. An enhanced DBS Check will be required for this role.
Desirable
Computer literacy word processing and internet skills. Creativity & resourcefulness. Driving licence and access to a car to transport service users as necessary.
Experience
Essential
Experience of multidisciplinary teamwork. Experience of planning, implementing and evaluating groups. Experience of working with service users who have severe/complex mental health needs.
Desirable
Experience of working in Psychiatric Intensive Care.-
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