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Occupational TherapistinScunthorpeinScunthorpePUBLISHED MON 13 JAN 2025

Band 6: £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum  FIXEDTERM  GOOD SALARY 

MENTAL HEALTHNHSOCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFTFollow Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with diverse professionals to enhance patient care.
Ability to make a significant impact on individuals' recovery through tailored occupational therapy assessments and interventions.
Leadership role in developing and implementing evidence-based group activities, promoting best practices in occupational therapy.
Involvement in supervising and mentoring support staff, contributing to their professional development and enhancing team dynamics.
Access to various community resources, allowing occupational therapists to facilitate client engagement in leisure, education, and vocational opportunities.
Promotion of service user and carer involvement, ensuring that care is person-centered and respects the voices of those receiving services.
Regular opportunities for professional evaluation and improvement in practice through feedback mechanisms and adherence to professional standards.
The Occupational Therapist position at Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT in Scunthorpe entails providing evidence-based assessments and interventions for individuals with complex mental health needs, both in individual and group settings. The role involves working within a multidisciplinary team to contribute to care planning, facilitate effective discharge, and supervise support staff to enhance service users' independent living skills and recovery goals. Responsibilities include developing and leading inpatient group activities, ensuring service user involvement, assessing and recommending adaptations to support independence, and maintaining accurate documentation in accordance with professional standards.

Additionally, the therapist will establish connections with community resources to support service users' access to leisure, educational, and vocational opportunities, as well as regularly evaluate the effectiveness of interventions to ensure they are tailored to users' needs. Overall, the role requires a commitment to excellence in clinical practice and collaboration with various partners to promote comprehensive care and recovery for individuals with mental health challenges.
Opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with diverse professionals to enhance patient care.
Ability to make a significant impact on individuals' recovery through tailored occupational therapy assessments and interventions.
Leadership role in developing and implementing evidence-based group activities, promoting best practices in occupational therapy.
Involvement in supervising and mentoring support staff, contributing to their professional development and enhancing team dynamics.
Access to various community resources, allowing occupational therapists to facilitate client engagement in leisure, education, and vocational opportunities.
Promotion of service user and carer involvement, ensuring that care is person-centered and respects the voices of those receiving services.
Regular opportunities for professional evaluation and improvement in practice through feedback mechanisms and adherence to professional standards.

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Useful skills for an Occupational Therapist:
To work as an Occupational Therapist (OT) in the UK, you'll need a combination of education, clinical competencies, and interpersonal skills. Here are some key skills and qualifications necessary for the role:
Educational Qualifications
1. Degree in Occupational Therapy: You must have an approved degree in occupational therapy (BSc or MSc). These programs typically include both theoretical and practical components.
2. Registration with HCPC: You need to be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to practice in the UK.
Core Skills
1. Clinical Assessment Skills: Ability to perform thorough assessments to understand the client’s needs, abilities, and limitations.
2. Therapeutic Skills: Knowledge of various therapeutic techniques and interventions to assist clients in achieving their goals.
3. Problem-Solving: Ability to develop creative solutions and adapt treatment plans based on clients' progress and feedback.
4. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients, families, and colleagues.
5. Empathy and Compassion: Ability to understand and relate to the struggles of clients, providing supportive and tailored care.
Interpersonal Skills
1. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including doctors, physiotherapists, and social workers.
2. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diversity in clients' backgrounds, beliefs, and preferences.
3. Adaptability: Ready to adjust practices and approaches based on different environments and client needs.
Organizational Skills
1. Time Management: Ability to manage caseloads effectively and prioritize tasks to meet client needs.
2. Record Keeping: Competence in maintaining accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring adherence to legal and professional standards.
Continuous Professional Development
1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to keep skills and knowledge up to date with the latest practices and regulations in occupational therapy.
Additional Experience
1. Work Experience: Gaining relevant experience during internships or placements is invaluable, as it helps develop practical skills and professionalism in the field.
 


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