Job summary
Are you passionate about mental health care and looking for an exciting opportunity to join a supportive community mental health team? Look no further!
This role carries an incentive premium of £3,500 which will be paid in instalments over an 18 month period. Please note that this scheme is not open to existing employees of Oxford Health and is subject to a claw back clause.
We are currently seeking an Occupational Therapist to become part of our dedicated Community Mental Health Team. Based at either Saffron House or Amersham Health Centre, our team is committed to providing exceptional care and treatment to adults with mental health challenges. Our goal is to deliver patient-centered care of the highest quality, while supporting our staff in their roles and fostering their professional growth.
As part of the Chiltern CMHT Adult Mental Health Team, you will work alongside a multidisciplinary team that includes medical professionals, psychological therapists, social workers, occupational therapists, RMNs, and support workers. .
Your work will be guided by a skilled leadership team consisting of professionals from various fields. They will provide support and facilitate forums for Nursing and Occupational Therapists, ensuring your development remains at the forefront. Regular supervision will be offered, and you will be encouraged to undertake relevant training to further enhance your professional growth.
Main duties of the job
In this role, you will be part of a close-knit team working together to deliver exceptional care to our patients.
We are looking for someone who works well in a team, but also has the ability to work independently using their own initiative. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, a strong understanding of mental health and the impact this can have on a person's wellbeing.
You will need to be organised, flexible and committed to delivering the highest possible care to our client group. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as good lT skills, are essential. Ideally, you will have experience working in adult mental health services and understand the challenges that working with this client group brings. However, if you have transferable skills and are motivated to learn about our client group we would encourage you to apply.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
1. Excellent opportunities for career progression
2. Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
3. 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
4. NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
5. Competitive pension scheme
6. Lease car scheme
7. Cycle to work scheme
8. Employee Assistance Programme
9. Mental Health First Aiders
10. Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
11. Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
We can offer you regular supervision and Personal Development Reviews and ongoing professional development through training. You will have the opportunity to mentor students. There is excellent team-working, supportive colleagues and a friendly working environment.
We would encourage you to give us a call to discuss the role and we very much welcome visits from interested applicants
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
12. BSc/MSc/PG Dip Occupational Therapy
13. HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)
Desirable
14. Experience of working in Mental Health
Skills
Essential
15. Appropriate experience, usually a minimum of two years post qualification experience.
16. Experience of working with the mental health service users in a variety of settings
17. Experience of working collaboratively with carers to meet both the needs of the carer and the user.
Desirable
18. Community work with people with mental health needs.
19. Experience of supervising student placements.
other
Essential
20. Able to travel to undertake work and have the capacity to carry equipment relative to your post.