Job summary This innovative role places a Band 6 Occupational Therapist within the Integrated Crisis Assessment Hub, providing rapid assessment, expert therapeutic interventions and shift coordination within a dynamic mental health crisis team. The post holder will apply an occupational and practical approach to assess and support individuals presenting with acute mental health crises. By embedding the unique perspective of occupational therapy, the post holder will contribute to fostering a recovery-oriented and therapeutic culture within the team. This role requires shift working on a 24/7 rota. Main duties of the job Provide high quality Occupational Therapy clinical expertise and service. Provide leadership and shift coordination for the Integrated Crisis Assessment Hub (ICAH). Responsible for the delivery a range of evidence-based interventions which promote recovery, social inclusion and normalisation for service users. Within the hub, oversee and lead on the provision of therapeutic interventions, including de-escalation strategies and emotional support, to individuals experiencing acute mental health crises. Manage challenging clinical situations and plan interventions whilst ensuring regular evaluation of the service users care plan. Critically evaluate effectiveness of therapy interventions, in collaboration with service users, carers and other professionals. Provide specialist clinical advice and contribute to clinical information on service users' progress by attending meetings and ward rounds. Work in partnership with a range of other services to provide support and treatment to service users to facilitate the safe management of their needs. Take responsibility for an evidence-based clinical audit. Ensure that the ICAH team are able to offer practical assistance to address factors contributing to crises, such as housing, finances, or social support needs. About us Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff). Starting with NELFT NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop in sessions focussing in engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex. High Cost Area Supplement - Outer London This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of basic salary, with a minimum of £4,551 and maximum of £5,735, pro rata for part time staff. Use of AI Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability. Date posted 14 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum plus HCAS (Pro Rata) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours Reference number 395-AR016-25 Job locations Integrated Crisis Assessment Hub Block 8, Goodmayes Hospital, 157 Barley Lane Ilford IG3 8XJ Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and person specification when completing your application Certificates of Sponsorship Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points based system Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and person specification when completing your application Certificates of Sponsorship Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points based system Person Specification Qualifications, Essential BSc Hons OT Current HCPC registration Evidence of continuous professional development Experience Essential Proven ability to assess and manage clinical risks effectively. Minimum of two years of post-qualification experience in mental health cute or crisis settings, with substantial experience managing complex cases. Experience in applying occupational therapy models within acute or crisis settings. Desirable Experience of audit and/or QI projects Member of a Specialist Interest Group Knowledge and Skills Essential In-depth understanding of mental health conditions in an acute/crisis setting, their impact on occupational performance, and recovery principles Time management, prioritisation and team working in a challenging environment Excellent leadership and team coordination skills. Desirable supervise junior staff Person Specification Qualifications, Essential BSc Hons OT Current HCPC registration Evidence of continuous professional development Experience Essential Proven ability to assess and manage clinical risks effectively. Minimum of two years of post-qualification experience in mental health cute or crisis settings, with substantial experience managing complex cases. Experience in applying occupational therapy models within acute or crisis settings. Desirable Experience of audit and/or QI projects Member of a Specialist Interest Group Knowledge and Skills Essential In-depth understanding of mental health conditions in an acute/crisis setting, their impact on occupational performance, and recovery principles Time management, prioritisation and team working in a challenging environment Excellent leadership and team coordination skills. Desirable supervise junior staff 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name NELFT North East London Foundation Trust Address Integrated Crisis Assessment Hub Block 8, Goodmayes Hospital, 157 Barley Lane Ilford IG3 8XJ Employer's website https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)