Occupational TherapistinShrewsburyinShrewsburyPUBLISHED THU 12 DEC 2024
Band 6: £37,338 to £44,962 a year pa
PERMANENT GOOD SALARY
ART THERAPY CASELOAD MENTAL HEALTH MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Opportunity to work with children and young people with learning disabilities and mental health concerns, making a significant impact on their quality of life.
Ability to utilize and develop skills in sensory integration (SI) within a newly dedicated space for Ayres sensory integration treatment.
Collaboration with a committed and experienced multidisciplinary team (MDT) including another occupational therapist and an advanced SI practitioner, fostering a supportive work environment.
Involvement in a service that is receiving additional investment to enhance support for children, young people, and their families.
Possibility of career development through additional training for those interested in working with children but needing to develop specific skills.
Opportunity to manage a complex caseload while providing clinical supervision and guidance to other team members, enhancing leadership skills.
Engagement in delivering evidence-based interventions, ensuring high-quality clinical service within the field of pediatric occupational therapy.
The Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their team in Shrewsbury, focusing on supporting children and young people with learning disabilities (LD) and/or autism who experience mental health challenges and concerning behaviors. This role emphasises delivering high-quality clinical services, managing a complex caseload, and providing specialized assessments and interventions tailored to each young person's functional needs. The position allows for the development of skills in sensory integration therapy, with access to a dedicated sensory integration treatment space.
Candidates will work within a multi-disciplinary team comprising experienced professionals, including another Occupational Therapist and an Advanced Sensory Integration Practitioner, to enhance the quality of life for young individuals facing high-risk behaviors. The Trust is committed to investing in new roles to improve support for children and families, and they welcome applicants who may need additional training or relocation assistance.
Candidates will work within a multi-disciplinary team comprising experienced professionals, including another Occupational Therapist and an Advanced Sensory Integration Practitioner, to enhance the quality of life for young individuals facing high-risk behaviors. The Trust is committed to investing in new roles to improve support for children and families, and they welcome applicants who may need additional training or relocation assistance.
Opportunity to work with children and young people with learning disabilities and mental health concerns, making a significant impact on their quality of life.
Ability to utilize and develop skills in sensory integration (SI) within a newly dedicated space for Ayres sensory integration treatment.
Collaboration with a committed and experienced multidisciplinary team (MDT) including another occupational therapist and an advanced SI practitioner, fostering a supportive work environment.
Involvement in a service that is receiving additional investment to enhance support for children, young people, and their families.
Possibility of career development through additional training for those interested in working with children but needing to develop specific skills.
Opportunity to manage a complex caseload while providing clinical supervision and guidance to other team members, enhancing leadership skills.
Engagement in delivering evidence-based interventions, ensuring high-quality clinical service within the field of pediatric occupational therapy.
We are looking for an OT to fill a new, exciting role offering an opportunity to work with children & young people with an LD who are experiencing mental health &/or behaviours of concern, & also, more intensively, with a small group of young people with LD &/or Autism presenting with high levels of risk, where behaviours of concern are impacting significantly on their quality of life.
The role provides a great opportunity to utilise core OT skills, & also to use &/or develop skills in sensory integration (SI). The service is lucky enough to have a new, dedicated space for Ayres sensory integration treatment.
You will work within an experienced & committed MDT & alongside another experienced OT & Advanced SI Practitioner. We also have a wider AHP structure within BeeU including SLTS, dietitians, OTS & Art Therapy.
It is an exciting time to come and work in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin's Children, Young People & Families Services. We have received additional investment to improve the support available. As a result, we are pleased to be able to advertise a number of new roles both substantive & fixed-term posts. We can welcome clinicians who want to work in Children's Mental Health Services. Where people are interested in applying but would need to relocate, we can support with associated incentives. Where people are interested and passionate about working with children but have identified additional training, we may be able to train staff to develop the appropriate skills.
- Delivering a high quality clinical service to children, their families and carers requiring the expertise of the Learning Disability (LD) and Intensive Support Teams (IST).
- Managing a complex caseload and responsible for clinical supervision of other team members where identified
- Delivering evidence based Occupational Therapy interventions, in accordance with an agreed care plan, to identified children experiencing related difficulties.
- Provide specialist OT clinical advice, assessment and interventions based on the young person's occupational and functional needs.
- OT Interventions provided will be within the practitioner's sphere of competency and their major skill set. The use of Sensory assessments and interventions are seen as an integral part of service provision within the LD and IST teams.
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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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