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Specialist Occupational Therapist

3 months ago


Carlisle, United Kingdom Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Specialist Occupational Therapist to join Ruskin, our inpatient dementia assessment and treatment unit based at the Carleton Clinic in Carlisle.

Ruskin is an inpatient dementia assessment and treatment unit based at the Carleton Clinic in Carlisle. Ruskin has 15 beds and aims to provide a comprehensive and holistic assessment of the older person's physical, psychological, behavioural, social and spiritual needs through validated assessment tools and multidisciplinary working.

We are looking for a full-time or part-time applicant that is familiar with applying the Model of Human Occupation in practice and in supporting patients with complex needs to address their occupational issues.

The successful applicant will also be involved in supervising OT's and support staff and in supporting service improvements projects relating to aspects of care provision such as, Talk 1st and Triangle of Care.

The successful candidates will be expected to work some weekends and bank holidays to support the service need.

This is an exciting time to join the inpatient OT team as we continue to grow and develop, including a robust supervision structure, peer supervisions, team meetings and recent access to HEE funding to access various CPD training relevant to our role.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for the assessment and management of a caseload of service users who present with a variety of complex Occupational Therapy needs, diverse presentations and a range of mental health physical health, neurological conditions, cognitive and/or learning disabilities.

In partnership with the Service Users and Carers where appropriate, develop collaborative intervention plans, ensuring regular reviews to monitor progress and adapt as necessary.

To consider Carer needs and ensure Carer and family are involved in Care Planning where appropriate.

To deliver evidenced based Occupational therapy interventions.

The post holder will work as a member of the Multi-disciplinary Team ensuring that high quality individualised care is delivered which ensures safety and a commitment to promoting recovery and wellbeing and maximising independence.

Coordinate treatment planning & interventions, reviews and discharge planning.

Provide clinical supervision and leadership to staff as delegated by Clinical Lead.

To provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity.

To incorporate a client centred philosophy into clinical practice and client centred collaborative care

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 5th August 2024

Closing date : 19th August 2024

We welcome your application

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

Recognised Occupational Therapy degree / qualification HCPC Registration Evidence of post-registration training in OT interventions relevant to the post

Desirable

Member of Royal College of Occupational Therapy

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, HCPC and RCOT standards and other local and national initiatives Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team Experience of providing Occupational Therapy services Awareness of equal opportunities legislation and policies Experience of collaborative working across agencies and professional disciplines Proven ability to manage a clinical caseload in a flexible manner as required Experience of supervising students / non registered staff

Desirable

Understanding of difficult to manage/challenging behaviours Undertaking Appraisals Coordinating and supporting staff in the day to day provision of clinical services

Skills and Competencies

Essential

Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex needs Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in Guidance). Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others) Effective interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively with other professionals using a multi-agency approach Ability to work autonomously and within a team Effective time and case management skills Good conflict resolution skills Ability to adapt within a changing environment

Desirable

Clinical Leadership Training & Induction of staff Delegation skills Debriefing skills Teaching / Presentation skills

Role/Team Specific Requirements

Essential

Flexible and adaptive Ability to work under pressure Open and non-judgemental, anti-discriminatory approach to clinical, managerial and leadership roles

Additional Requirements

Essential

Ability to meet the mobility and geographical requirements of the post

Personal Characteristics

Essential

Friendly, outgoing, approachable, confident manner Innovative and creative