Occupational TherapistinGillinghaminGillinghamPUBLISHED MON 16 DEC 2024
Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum
PERMANENT GOOD SALARY
CASELOAD MENTAL HEALTH MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY VEHICLE
Opportunity to work within a dynamic community mental health team, providing a collaborative environment.
Suitable for both newly qualified and experienced occupational therapists, promoting career growth and skill development.
Active involvement in delivering a new care pathway that emphasises a personalized menu of interventions.
Chance to work autonomously while also being an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Focus on evidence-based practices that support service user-centred care, promoting job satisfaction and impact.
Flexibility in managing a caseload of service users with complex needs, enhancing professional adaptability.
Access to ongoing training and development opportunities within a supportive NHS framework.
The Band 5 Occupational Therapist position with the Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust involves joining a vibrant community mental health team in Medway and Swale. This role is suitable for both newly qualified and experienced occupational therapists eager to enhance their skills in working with individuals with complex mental health needs. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, a forward-thinking approach, and a commitment to innovative practices within a multi-disciplinary team. Primary responsibilities include managing a caseload of service users, providing assessments, and delivering tailored therapeutic interventions that align with a new care pathway initiative focusing on user-centered recovery and health promotion.
Applicants must possess a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for business purposes. The role emphasises the importance of balancing various job aspects while maintaining an occupational focus to promote effective therapy practices within the community setting.
Applicants must possess a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for business purposes. The role emphasises the importance of balancing various job aspects while maintaining an occupational focus to promote effective therapy practices within the community setting.
Opportunity to work within a dynamic community mental health team, providing a collaborative environment.
Suitable for both newly qualified and experienced occupational therapists, promoting career growth and skill development.
Active involvement in delivering a new care pathway that emphasises a personalized menu of interventions.
Chance to work autonomously while also being an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Focus on evidence-based practices that support service user-centred care, promoting job satisfaction and impact.
Flexibility in managing a caseload of service users with complex needs, enhancing professional adaptability.
Access to ongoing training and development opportunities within a supportive NHS framework.
We have an exciting vacancy for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic community mental health team working across Medway and Swale HTT.
This post would be suitable for both a newly qualified occupational therapist or someone with some experience looking to expand their knowledge and experience within a community mental health setting. You will have a strong interest in developing skills in working with service users who have complex mental health needs. We are looking for a practitioner with good communication and liaison skills who is forward-thinking and enthusiastic about innovative ways of working.
All community teams across Kent are looking to deliver a new care pathway approach, where service users will be offered a menu of interventions. These interventions would be offered by various professionals, but Occupational Therapists will play a key part in this process.
- Demonstrates ability to work as a team member as well as autonomously
- Managing acaseloadof service users who have complex needs
- Balancing all aspects of the job role.
- Being flexible and responsive to competing demandsPromoting Occupational Therapy in the service and keeping an occupational focus at the centre of practice
About us
To assist in identifying, developing, and providing the Occupational Therapy contribution within the multi-disciplinary service in accordance with the needs of service users and the requirements of the service.To assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate therapeutic interventions for identified service users. To manage a defined caseload of service users with occupational needs using evidence-based, service user-centred, hope and recovery, health promotion, and relapse prevention orientated principles and practice.
Please see the job description for full details.
The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2.
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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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