Static Occupational TherapistinTonna UchafinTonna UchafPUBLISHED WED 19 MAR 2025
We’re looking for empathetic candidates who are dedicated to enhancing the well-being of our community. You'll manage a defined caseload, collaborating with clients, their families, and a diverse multi-disciplinary team to set meaningful goals. Flexibility is key, as you’ll work a varied shift pattern to meet service needs, including weekends and holidays. If you’re ready to embrace a rewarding challenge, and ideally possess Welsh language skills, we encourage you to get in touch for more information. Apply now to join us on this fulfilling journey!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a static part time Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our Local Primary Mental Health Support Service (LPMHSS) based in Tonna Hospital.
The post holder will provide assessments and therapeutic interventions to patients with under Part 1 of the Mental Health Measure with low to moderate mental health conditions. Supporting individuals to remain living independently in the community, to rebuild skills and improve engagement in meaningful activities.
The Swansea Bay University Health Board Occupational Therapy Service offers a wealth of experience,diversity and progression. We are proud to be a profession which is well respected within the Health Board and one which offers an environment in which therapists of all levels can experience nurture, encouragement, development and can excel.
We provide a commitment to training and education, including preceptorship, post-graduate study, and leadership programmes, ensuring the future of Occupational Therapy within the Health Board is strong and exciting.
You will be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service, the contract hours includes a 7-day shift pattern, with extended working hours covering 365days of the year.
Due to the large geographical area that the health board covers it is an expectation of the role that you will be able to travel across sites to client's homes and community settings in a timely manner where required
To manage a defined caseload, using evidence based /client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions where appropriate; hospital, community, patients' homes, schools, outpatient settings and maintaining associated records. To organise this efficiently and effectively with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.
To ensure clinical records are kept to agreed standards and report accurately to others.
To work in partnership with clients, carers and all stake holders including the multidisciplinary/ multi-agency team to identify relevant goals.
To develop skills and knowledge through participation in the Preceptorship Programme and the Band 5 development and competency framework.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
We encourage you to contact us to discuss more specific details regarding the service area and job role.
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