Occupational Therapist
3 weeks ago
Job summary
The Learning Disability Intensive Support Service (LDISS) is a nationally recognised service, it provides people with a Learning Disability with behaviours that challenge the service or a mental health condition that cannot be supported in mainstream services, the required support in the community with the aim at keeping people at home and out of hospital.
LDISS aims to give service users a meaningful, high quality and unrestrictive life where possible. Through providing the right interventions and support, service users will be assisted to live a life where they have choices, are included in their communities and achieve their potential.
Main duties of the job
The LDISS Team, as part of the Gloucestershire Health and care NHS Foundation Trust provide a specialist service for people with a Learning disability whose behaviour is causing significant impact on the individual their family or the services supporting them.
To be a member of a multidisciplinary team providing a service across 7 days a week.
LDISS is operational 365 days year working 08:00 - 20:00 however occasional night shifts may be needed. Staff are expected to work flexibly across a 24 hour period when required.
To work with both adults and children
To maintain responsibility for a shared caseload of up to 30 service users.
The post holder will be responsible for the implementation and collection of data required for clinical audits
The job role spans both LDISS and inpatient services and delivery into these services will be based on priority need.
The inpatient services provide specialist assessment and intervention on a short-term basis for those who require additional support and whose needs cannot be managed within their home environment.
The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined in the Job Description/Person Specification.
About us
We have in excess of 5000 staff working over 50 sites, providing a diverse range of services. We strive to support an organisational culture that is welcoming, builds and celebrates inclusivity and diversity and provides a sense of belonging and trust.
The annual NHS Staff Survey gives our people the opportunity to tell us about their experience working at the Trust. For the 2023 survey just over 2800 colleagues gave us their views ( It was great to see from the results that colleagues are saying that:
believe they are making a positive difference to patients/service users; would recommend the organisation as a place to work; agree that care of patients and service users is the organisations priority; would be happy with the standard of care for a friend or relativeOur results put us as 5th nationally as a Community, Mental Health and Learning Disabilities NHS Employer of Choice and 1st equal amongst all NHS Provider Trusts in the South West. However, we know we have more to do and will continue to drive forward our commitment to making GHC a Great Place to Work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be a senior member of the Learning disability Intensive Support Service (LDISS) working with service users throughout Gloucestershire. The purpose of this role is to:
Provide specialist skills and knowledge to deliver evidence based occupational therapy assessment and treatment to service users with complex learning disabilities Work as a key member of a specialist multidisciplinary service contributing expert knowledge and outcomes of assessments to support the creation of specialist intervention plans to manage complex needs including behaviours that challenge others Provide advice, and training to support primary and secondary health care professionals, social care providers and carers to enable them to better meet the health needs of service usersOptimise the service users ability to remain in the community and / or be cared for in the least restrictive environment.
Facilitate appropriate discharge from hospital and respond to agencies requiring assessment of service users who are being considered for hospital admission.
Implement and monitor PBS strategies or equivalent strategies.
Be lead mentor for students under the remit of the profession
Supervising staff at band 5 and below
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Degree/diploma in Occupational Therapy
Desirable
post graduate qualification in sensory processing
Experience
Essential
experience of working in multi disciplinary teams
Desirable
experience across a range of settings including community, residential settings and learning disability settings-
Senior Occupational Therapist
3 weeks ago
Gloucester, United Kingdom Elysium Healthcare Full timeJob summary This is an opportunity for an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapist to join The Deans Neurological Centre, a service for people with Acquired Brain Injuries (ABI) and progressive neurological conditions. The successful candidate will be instrumental in promoting health and independence by delivering high-quality occupational...
-
Occupational Therapist Position in Acute Setting
4 weeks ago
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Hunter AHP Full timeThe Hunter Gatherer AHP agency is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to fill a vacancy in their Gloucester-based Emergency Department team. As a Band 6/7 Occupational Therapist, you will work independently on a caseload of patients, utilizing your skills and expertise to provide high-quality care.Key responsibilities include:Working closely with...
-
Community Occupational Therapist
3 months ago
Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob summary This is an ideal opportunity for a committed and experienced clinician to join our Children's Community Service as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist. This is a community post across the urban and rural communities of Gloucestershire. As an Occupational Therapist you would be a key part of our community team, providing assessment, goal...
-
Senior Occupational Therapist
5 months ago
Gloucester, United Kingdom Elysium Healthcare Full timeYour responsibilities as an Occupational Therapist will include: Communicating effectively with a range of clinicians, managers, directors, associate directors, people who access services, carers/supporter/family members, stakeholders and agencies Providing compassionate and effective leadership to junior staff including support staff and assistants...
-
Occupational Therapist
3 weeks ago
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Hunter AHP Full timeWe are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team in Gloucester, working in the Emergency Department. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for professionals with a passion for providing exceptional care in high-pressure settings.Job DetailsJob Title: Occupational Therapist - Emergency Department SpecialistLocation: GloucesterDuration:...
-
Occupational Therapist Role in Gloucester
1 week ago
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Hunter AHP Resourcing Full timeAre you a skilled Occupational Therapist looking for a challenging role in the Emergency Department of a hospital in Gloucester? We are seeking an experienced professional to join our team on a part-time basis, working 3-5 days per week. This is an excellent opportunity to work independently with a caseload in an acute setting.In this role, you will have the...
-
Senior Occupational Therapist
4 months ago
Gloucester, United Kingdom Elysium Healthcare Full timeAre you an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapist looking for an opportunity to grow and develop? If so, join The Deans Neurological Centre a service for people with Acquired Brain Injuries (ABI), progressive neurological conditionsYou will be instrumental in promoting health and independence by delivering high quality occupational therapy...
-
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Hunter AHP Full timeJob Opportunity: Occupational Therapist for Acute Emergency DepartmentWe are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team in the Emergency Department in Gloucester.About the Role:As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for providing occupational therapy services to patients in the acute emergency...
-
Occupational Therapy Assistant
6 months ago
Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust Full timeThe Occupational Therapists and Assistants in the Integrated Community Teams, work with adults with physical disabilities, cognitive impairment, complex social and community needs, experiencing occupational performance difficulties within and around their own home environment.The occupational therapy assistant will work as part of the community occupational...
-
Occupational Therapist
3 weeks ago
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust Full timeOverviewThe Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly skilled Occupational Therapist to join our Children's Community Service as a Band 6 specialist.This is an exciting opportunity for a committed and experienced clinician to work with children with neurological, neurodiverse, and developmental conditions in the urban and rural...
-
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Elysium Healthcare Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join our team at The Deans Neurological Centre in Gloucester, UK.This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires expertise in occupational therapy, leadership skills, and the ability to work with individuals who have complex neurological conditions.About the RoleThe successful...
-
Acute ED Occupational Therapist
2 months ago
Gloucester, United Kingdom CV-Library Full timeAcute ED Occupational Therapist – Gloucester – Band 6/7 We are looking for an Occupational Therapist in Gloucester with experience in working in Acute Settings! This vacancy is in the Emergency Department Therapy MDT that the manager is looking to fill with an OT for 3-5 days per week. For this role you need to have enough experience working in...
-
Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist
3 weeks ago
Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob summary A exciting opportunity has come up within the Occupational Therapy Team in Gloucester! The new post holder will: Provide specialist breadth and depth of skills and knowledge to deliver evidence based occupational therapy assessment and treatment to service users with complex learning disabilities Work as a key member of a specialist...
-
Rotational Occupational Therapist
2 weeks ago
Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust Full timeJob summary Professional valuesTo deliver therapeutic interventions, using the principles of Occupational Therapy in an integrated and client-centred way supported by the Therapy Competency Framework.To work within the Therapy team providing an effective and evidence based service through assessing, planning and implementing treatment...
-
Rotational Occupational Therapist
3 weeks ago
Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob summary Professional values To deliver therapeutic interventions, using the principles of Occupational Therapy in an integrated and client-centred way supported by the Therapy Competency Framework. To work within the Therapy team providing an effective and evidence based service through assessing, planning and implementing treatment programmes. ...
-
Emergency Department Therapist Wanted
1 week ago
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Hunter AHP Resourcing Full timeWe are currently seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team in the Emergency Department of a hospital in Gloucester. This is a part-time role, working 3-5 days per week, offering the chance to work independently with a caseload in an acute setting.As a skilled Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care to patients...
-
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Hunter AHP Resourcing Full timeWe are excited to offer an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join our team in the Emergency Department of a hospital in Gloucester. This is a part-time role, working 3-5 days per week, offering the chance to work independently with a caseload in an acute setting.As an experienced Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for...
-
Occupational Therapy Assistant
6 months ago
Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust Full time**Post Hours**: 33.75 (e.g 9 day fortnight) The occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants in the ICTs work with adults with physical disabilities, cognitive impairment, mental health issues and complex social and community needs, experiencing occupational performance difficulties within and around their home environment. The occupational...
-
Clinical Specialist Therapist, Band 7
5 months ago
Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timeWe have an exciting opportunity for a Band 7 Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to join our Care of the Elderly Team for 1 year to cover a maternity leave. We are looking for someone who has excellent communication skills and who will enjoy the challenge of providing expertise to the Trusts care of the elderly wards as well as...
-
Band 6 Occuaptional Therapist
2 months ago
Gloucester, United Kingdom CV-Library Full timePosition: Band 6 Occupational Therapist Location: Gloucester Rate of pay: £25-30/hr Day Webster are currently recruiting aCommunity OT for a Private Client based in Gloucester. Our client is looking for the ideal candidate to start ASAP for a minimum of 6 months – likely to be extended beyond this.The trust is open to candidates who...