Base: Cygnet Wast Hills, Wast Hills Lane, Kings Norton, Birmingham B38 9ET
Are you a newly qualified or current Band 5 occupational therapist? Do you have a passion for delivering outstanding care and making a positive difference to the lives of the people in your care? This could be your perfect opportunity.
Cygnet Wast Hills provides dedicated, person-centred support to men with learning disabilities, autism and associated complex needs in a robust environment.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet Healthcare, we have a strong occupational focus through support and direction from Clinical Leads and our Occupational Therapy Directors.
We use evidence-based practice within each of our service lines, as defined by our clinical steering groups, of which Occupational Therapists play a key role.
As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will provide assessment and treatment of occupational dysfunction under the supervision of a more senior Occupational Therapist. An integral part of this role will be supervising others, with a focus on supporting student education within the team.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Across our 11 different service lines, we have evidence-based established models of care to ensure we provide the highest quality care and support.
Our dedicated and expert teams of over 10 000 employees support over 2800 individuals in a range of services across England, Scotland and Wales.
We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care, through co-production, recovery and rehabilitation.
With over 150 Occupational Therapists, we work together as a large team providing support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups and become involved in service development.
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around. That's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
Your Role: Occupational Therapist (Band 5)
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: From £31,317 per year (will increase to £33,776 upon successful completion of OT Preceptorship)
* Learning Disability Mental Health
* Learning Disability Other (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
Responsible to: Head of Occupational Therapy and Regional Lead Occupational Therapist
In this role you will assess, implement and develop an OT treatment programme according to service user diagnosis and identified needs. This will be based upon findings from assessments including associated risks, to develop treatment plans accordingly. You will work with a full multidisciplinary team to support each service user to develop their skills and move through our clinical model of care from admission to discharge. You will have the support of an Occupational Therapy team and work closely with other therapists from different disciplines, including nurses, psychologists, psychology assistants, occupational therapists, social workers, speech and language therapists, psychiatrists and 24/7 nursing support. You will receive regular clinical supervision from an experienced Occupational Therapist on site, including weekly 1:1 check‑ins.
Summary of the site
Located in Kings Norton, Birmingham, Cygnet Wast Hills provides support for 21 individuals with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs. The team can also support individuals who may be detained under the Mental Health Act, as well as those who have complex behaviours or significant difficulties with social engagement.
The service has an array of facilities providing a low‑stimulus environment for individuals who may be agitated, including gender‑specific living areas, sensory rooms, activity rooms, and three ADL kitchens where individuals are supported to make their own drinks and prepare food. With six acres of gardens, Cygnet Wast Hills offers extensive outdoor space for activities and relaxation; some flats have private gardens.
We are currently looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our Occupational Therapy Team to support recovery and rehabilitation activities in the integrated care pathway.
Occupational Therapy Directorate
Under the leadership of our occupational therapy directors we support over 150 Occupational Therapists and over 160 OT support staff. Working together as a large team we provide support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups and become involved in service development.
Every service line has a clinical lead occupational therapist to lead and develop evidence‑based practice and agreed occupational therapy pathway.
For newly qualified Occupational Therapists we offer a comprehensive 12‑month preceptorship programme to consolidate and develop your skills.
Reasons why you should apply today
* We care about people in our services
* Expert clinical supervision with an occupational therapist induction & service line training in area of specialism
* Dedicated CPD time for peer support, skill development and specialist training. We support and develop you to build skills and confidence for your next career level.
Cygnet Health Care Benefits
* Free parking
* Free meals for staff on duty
* Group pension plan helping you save for your future
* NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts)
* Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice
* Plus much more
Requirements
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.
Recruitment agencies: Speculative emails should be sent via our internal recruitment team. Candidates sent directly to clinical staff will be considered ours.
Person Specification
General Requirements: refer to job description above.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) must be made to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Salary: £31,317 per year increasing to £33,776 upon completion of OT Preceptorship.
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