Exciting Opportunity for an enthusiastic Band 6 Occupational Therapist
Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of adults facing mental health challenges? Oaklands Ward at Oaklands Centre for Acute Care in Chichester is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Band 6 Occupational Therapist with experience of working with people with mental health difficulties and experience of working in Mental Health Services to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team. The role is full time 37.5 hours per week.
Main duties of the job
* Conduct Occupational Assessments and Interventions, emphasizing relapse prevention, establishing routines, and promoting recovery.
* Provide Clinical Supervision to O.T Support Staff and Activity Worker Support Staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
* Play a pivotal role in Discharge Planning by conducting Assessments, coordinating Interventions and ensuring a smooth transition for Patients back into the community.
Group work is an important aspect of the Therapeutic Programme on Oaklands Ward and you would have the opportunity to be part of the development and coordination of this.
About us
* Dynamic Environment: Immerse yourself in a supportive and friendly atmosphere where collaboration is key and innovation is encouraged.
* Meaningful Work: Make a tangible impact by providing Occupational Assessments and Interventions that focus on relapse prevention, recovery promotion, and discharge facilitation.
* Professional Development: Benefit from regular Supervision and access to a wide array of training and CPD opportunities tailored to your growth and development.
Job responsibilities
Please see Job Description.
Get in Touch: For more information or to express interest, please contact:
* Fliss Boulton, Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist
o Telephone: 01243 791900
o Email: felicity.boulton2@nhs.net
* Vikas Narvekar, Ward Manager Oaklands Ward
o Telephone: 01243 791900
o Email: v.narvekar@nhs.net
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Degree/Diploma in occupational therapy
* Evidence of post graduate level study/training
* Registration with the HPC as an occupational therapist
* Management/Leadership training
* Training in the use of standardised occupational therapy assessment tools
Knowledge/Experience
* Experience as a qualified occupational therapist in mental health
* Broad experience of working with clients with a range of mental health problems
* Experience of both group and individual work
* Experience of multidisciplinary working
* Experience of supervising staff and students
* Experience as a Care Coordinator
* Experience in a clinical area related to the post
* Experience in applying a range of assessment tools and a comprehensive knowledge of occupational therapy clinical approaches used in mental health
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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