Band 5: £34,521 to £41,956 a year per annum inclusive of outer London HCAS
PERMANENT GOOD SALARY
MENTAL HEALTH MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS
The Barnet, Enfield & Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust is seeking a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join their Learning Disability Service in Enfield. This role primarily involves working within a male forensic learning disability inpatient ward, providing assessments and interventions for patients detained under the Mental Health Act. The successful candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and a Band 4 Technical Instructor to enhance patients' functional daily living skills and manage their mental health and risk issues.
Candidates can be newly qualified or experienced practitioners, with opportunities for ongoing professional development and robust supervision. The position offers a supportive environment with a comprehensive induction program, training opportunities, and the chance to work closely with dedicated colleagues in a dynamic setting. Responsibilities include conducting functional assessments, contributing to care planning, and liaising with various internal and external services to facilitate patient discharge.
Candidates can be newly qualified or experienced practitioners, with opportunities for ongoing professional development and robust supervision. The position offers a supportive environment with a comprehensive induction program, training opportunities, and the chance to work closely with dedicated colleagues in a dynamic setting. Responsibilities include conducting functional assessments, contributing to care planning, and liaising with various internal and external services to facilitate patient discharge.
Learning Disability Service
Are you:
- A newly Qualified (or soon to be) Occupational Therapist who is passionate about high quality care?
- Or an experienced Band 5 OT yearning to develop existing skills in a diverse but supportive area?
- Driven, flexible and highly motivated individual who can adapt to a unique environment (secure mental health unit).
- Want to work in a supportive service that offers a robust induction and learning environment
A fantastic opportunity has emerged for an enthusiastic Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our forward-thinking and dynamic inpatient team at the NLFS.
The OT team:
- You will be working alongside a large, diverse and experienced team of OTs (Band 8a, 7, 6, 5, 4 TIs).
- Robust supervision structure. Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development.
- The team has a wealth of experience and opportunities to share to aid learning and development. We offer a robust induction programme including preceptorship (if applicable), many training opportunities in house and externally. .
- Each OT is allocated to a specific case load / ward alongside a TI and overseen by Band 6 / Band 7 OT's.
The role:
- Is mostly based on a male forensic learning disability inpatient ward at the NLFS, Chase Farm Hospital, Enfield, however there may also be requirement to work within the outreach team for discharged service users.
- Providing OT assessment and intervention to patients detained under The Mental Health Act, 1983 (amended 20, many of whom suffer from a severe and enduring mental illness and have a history of offending behaviour.
- Working alongside a robust multi-disciplinary team including Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Dual Diagnoses, Employment Advisors, Peer Workers and Experts by Experience (EbE's)
- Liaising with internal and external services, e.g., community mental health / OT teams to support and prepare for discharge from hospital, EBE's, vocational and educational services, housing etc.
- The OT role focusses on functional daily living skills, establishing structured routines and managing specific mental health and risk issues.
- Working with a Band 4 Technical Instructor (TI) to deliver 1:1 session and a group programme to meet individual needs.
- Supported by Band 6 and Band 6 OTs.
- The role will include the assessment, treatment and evaluation of clinical interventions, carrying out functional assessments and contributing to multidisciplinary team care planning and risk assessment verbally and through written documentation.
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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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