Occupational Therapist (Rotation) inLytham St Annes inLytham St Annes PUBLISHED
MON 28 OCT 2024
Candidates will benefit from a structured professional development program, including preceptorship and supervision from experienced therapists, alongside opportunities for further learning through evidence-based practice forums and research initiatives. This position is aimed at Occupational Therapists looking to enhance their clinical skills in diverse mental health settings, underscoring the Trust’s commitment to multi-disciplinary care and the importance of occupational needs in promoting well-being.
Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust - Fylde Coast Locality
Mental Health Services
Occupational Therapist Band 5 - 37.5 hours
Fylde Coast Rotational Post - Permanent position
Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is an exciting place to be an Occupational Therapist and it is a highly valued role in our Trust's approach to multi-disciplinary care. We have sound professional structures to lead and inspire our Occupational Therapy workforce. We are committed to delivering excellent services, putting occupation at the centre of our work and championing peoples' rights for their occupational needs to be recognised and addressed.
We are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join the Fylde Coast Rotation. If you are an OT who would like to expand your experience within different mental health settings we currently have a vacancy for a full time band 5 Occupational Therapist:
Please note: This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Clearance
Within the rotational post you will be based with a variety of teams across Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre. You will work within each team for 12 months. The teams will include;
Older Adult Community Mental Health Services (Fylde Coast Rapid Intervention & Treatment Team (RITT), includes Care Home Liaison)
Adult Community Mental Health Services (Home Based Treatment Team and Adult CMHT)
Older Adult In-Patient Mental Health Wards
The successful candidate will be responsible for caseloads, assessing patients within the hospital, community and home environments and supporting with patient centred care. They will also be expected to undertake supervision of support staff and assist in local developments related to the Occupational Therapy.
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who is enthusiastic about working in mental health with excellent communication skills and who wants to to develop their clinical skills in these exciting areas.
You will have the opportunity to develop and enhance your skills using preceptorship and will work with and receive supervision from experienced therapists. There are plenty of opportunities for professional development including evidence based best practice forums, AHP journal clubs and an AHP research and innovation forum. We are looking for a therapist who is enthusiastic about working with people with mental health needs.
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