Overview
Occupational Therapist - Band 5/6 or 5 - 6 Development. An OT who loves working with older adults and a great team is sought to work in our award-winning Allied Health Professional Services. The role supports dementia services development and offers flexible working, including return-to-practice and 5-6 development paths. The team provides a supportive, inclusive environment and opportunities to progress and specialise in practice.
Responsibilities
* Complete occupation-based assessment and treatment
* Focus on what matters to Service Users, using creativity to promote their occupational identity
* Support Assistants, Physiotherapists and Nursing Staff to engage Service Users in meaningful ways
* Be part of a large OT/PT team working across Hertfordshire
* Receive supervision, support and line management from OTs
* Participate in the promotion and teaching of the profession
* Be part of an MDT that values OT and PT
* Access specific Older Peoples CPD opportunities and development programs
* Develop knowledge and application of the Model of Human Occupation and other specialist assessments
What We Offer
* Flexible working for a great work/life balance
* Career progression to senior posts and specialist skill development
* Training opportunities to specialise (e.g., Contented Dementia, Sensory Integration)
* Relocation packages if needed to work in Hertfordshire
* Paid opportunities for OTs Returning to Practice
* Bank/temporary opportunities and 5-6/6-7 development pathways
* OT Apprenticeship Program in conjunction with University of Hertfordshire
About Us
Hertfordshire NHS Partnership Trust is a mental health trust recognised for its overall outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission. We support a workforce of over 4,000 staff delivering health and social care across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Norfolk in community and inpatient settings. Our values are: Welcoming, Kind, Positive, Respectful, Professional.
Job Details
Location: Elizabeth Court, Graveley Road, Stevenage, SG1 4YS
Band: 5
Salary: £31,049 to £46,580 per annum, pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference: 367-SS-9793
Essential Qualifications and Experience
* BSc/MSc/PG Dip Occupational Therapy
* HCPC registration (or applied for)
* Proficient use of Microsoft Office
Desirable
* Experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disability
* Training in the Model of Human Occupation
Essential Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
* Knowledge of policy, health legislation and guidelines relevant to OT
* Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
* Teamworking ability; professional boundaries
* Ability to adapt practical skills; training and presentation skills
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service check and UK sponsorship requirements apply where relevant. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers for additional guidance.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Part-time
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