Occupational Therapist
1 month ago
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapists (OT) to work within the Services for People with a Learning Disability (SPLD). These posts are based in Twinwoods Health Resource Centre, Clapham, Bedfordshire; the postholders will work countywide to deliver a high quality and compassionate service.
Role : Luton CMHT - 2xB6 posts & 2xB5 posts
Date : 20/05/2024
Time : 09:00am - 1:00pm (Come prepared to be interviewed on the day)
Candidates need to register 30 minutes before their allocated time slot to be interviewed. Failure to register will mean inability to take part in interview sessions.
Address : Charter House, Alma St, Luton, LU1 2PJ
Main duties of the job
You will provide specialist OT assessment, intervention and/or recommendations to service users across Bedfordshire and Luton, using evidence based practice to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions with a focus on enabling an individual's occupational functioning. You will work within a multidisciplinary community based team and see service users in their homes, day care settings and/or work places. We work closely with caregivers to ensure individuals receive the care and support they need. You should have some demonstrable experience of, and passion for, working with adults who have a Learning Disability and up-to-date knowledge of current OT provision for this client group.
Sensory Integration is a core part of our offer within the SPLD pathways and we will support you to complete SI training if you have not done so already. We also offer regular peer supervision and an SI special interest groups for those OT's across Bedfordshire and Luton Mental Health services who are utilising SI in their clinical work and/or have an interest in this.
About us
In addition to this, you will be part of a large OT service, where we place a high value on staff wellbeing and investment in teams to ensure a high quality service provision. You will receive:
a planned and supportive induction period to enable you to reach your full potential in your role. regular managerial and professional supervision monthly opportunities to participate in the service's OT CPD events. yearly away days within your teams access to professional development and training tailored to your role and yearly appraisal specialist training opportunities and a Band 6 Support and Development programme.Benefits of working for the Trust include Holiday of a lifetime scheme, coaching and mentoring opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Relocation packages and Wellbeing sessions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information kindly refer to the job description and person specification attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification/Training
Essential
BSc OT or equivalent HCPC registration Full UK driving licence and use of car with business insurance Fieldwork Educators qualification or to complete within 12 months of appointment
Desirable
AMPs trained (with use of up-to-date software) Sensory Integration - level 1 training
Experience
Essential
Post registration experience as an Occupational Therapist; with some experience of working with people who have a learning disability. Experience of community/lone working Documented evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
Supervision of junior OT staff and/or students
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
Utilisation of relevant OT assessment techniques/tools to assess individual's abilities and difficulties in relation to their desired goals in everyday activities. Application of MOHO; including use of assessment tools Application of a variety of OT treatment modalities to provide specialist intervention to those with LD and complex needs. Relevant post grad training and application of this eg autism, assessment/intervention tools Use of outcome measures Broad knowledge of current best practice in OT and learning disabilities Applied knowledge of relevant National Guidance relating to LD healthcare and OT Ability to integrate theory and practice and demonstrate creative problem-solving processes. Effective written and oral communication skills Good IT Skills, including use of Word and Microsoft Outlook Ability to manage own workload and determine priorities Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance
Desirable
Knowledge of local resources available to meet needs of the people who have a Learning disability & complex health needs.
Other
Essential
Effective team player Ability to present a confident professional persona Ability to work under pressure Positive attitude Willingness to work flexibly
Desirable
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