Band 4 Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Merthyr Tydfil; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is seeking a Band 4 Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner to join Adult Community Mental Health Services. The post involves travel across the locality to community venues and patients homes, supporting recovery-focused interventions in diverse settings.

You will work with Occupational Therapists and multidisciplinary colleagues, gaining access to supervision and development opportunities, including Agored Level 3 Diploma support if needed.

Qualifications

• Welsh language skills at Level 3 or above are desirable for shortlisting.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience of working within adult mental health settings.
• Experience of working in mental health services in the community.
• Ability to travel within the geographical area.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of occupational therapy within Adult Community Mental Health Services.
• Deliver delegated occupational therapy interventions one-to-one and in groups in clinical settings, peoples homes and community environments.
• Support daily living skills, routines and community engagement.
• Manage a defined caseload, plan and prioritise tasks within agreed boundaries.
• Collaborate with Occupational Therapists and multidisciplinary teams, maintain accurate records and participate in supervision.

Skills

Welsh language level 3

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience

Job description

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Band 4 Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner to join our Adult Community Mental Health Services. This is a newly developed role within a growing community occupational therapy offer, aligned with the Mental Health Strategy for Wales, providing an opportunity to help shape how occupational therapy is delivered in community mental health settings. You will work closely with Occupational Therapists, multidisciplinary colleagues, and people with lived experience to support recovery-focused, meaningful interventions in local communities. We are looking for someone who is motivated, organised and adaptable, able to work both independently and as part of a team, and confident building positive relationships with people with mental health needs. This is a community-focused role involving regular travel across the locality to work in a variety of settings, including community venues and people's homes. In return, you will be part of a supportive Occupational Therapy network, with access to regular supervision, joint working opportunities and structured development, including support to complete the Agored Level 3 Diploma in Occupational Therapy Practice (if not already held). This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about community mental health and wants to develop their skills within a progressive and evolving occupational therapy service.Main duties of the job In this role, you will support the delivery of occupational therapy within Adult Community Mental Health Services, working with individuals to enable engagement in meaningful daily activities that promote recovery and independence. You will deliver a range of delegated occupational therapy interventions on a one-to-one and group basis, in clinical settings, people's homes and community environments.This includes supporting daily living skills, establishing and developing routines and increasing confidence in accessing community opportunities. You will manage a defined caseload of delegated work, using your initiative and organisational skills to plan and prioritise tasks, while working within agreed boundaries and seeking support when required. Working closely with Occupational Therapists, you will contribute to intervention planning and provide feedback to inform review. You will also work with multidisciplinary team members and partner organisations to support coordinated care. The role requires someone who is proactive, organised and resilient, with strong interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in supporting people with mental health needs. You will need to be confident in engaging with individuals in a variety of settings and able to build positive, therapeutic relationships. You will also maintain accurate records, participate in supervision and development opportunities, and contribute to ongoing service development.,

Key Working Relationships

• Deliver delegated occupational therapy interventions to individuals and groups, in line with care and treatment plans
• Support service users to develop and maintain skills for daily living, including self-care, domestic activities, and community engagement
• Enable individuals to establish structure and routine, and to increase confidence and independence in meaningful activities
• Work with service users in a range of environments, including clinical settings, community venues, and individuals homes
• Manage a defined caseload of delegated work, planning and prioritising tasks effectively within agreed parameters
• Monitor and record service user progress, providing feedback to the supervising Occupational Therapist to inform review and ongoing care planning
• Maintain accurate, timely and professional clinical records in line with organisational policies
• Work collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary team, contributing to team discussions and care planning processes
• Liaise with partner organisations, including third sector services and community resources, to support joined-up and holistic care
• Participate in joint working opportunities with Occupational Therapists and other professionals
• Adhere to professional, legal and organisational policies, procedures and guidelines, working within the scope of the Assistant Practitioner role
• Recognise own limitations and seek guidance and support when required
• Participate in regular supervision, appraisal and continuing professional development activities
• Undertake required training, including completion of the Agored Level 3 Diploma in Occupational Therapy Practice (if not already held)
• Contribute to audit, service evaluation and the ongoing development of the community occupational therapy service
• Occupational Therapists and the wider Occupational Therapy team
• Multidisciplinary team members within Community Mental Health Services
• Service users, carers and families
• Third sector and community partner
• This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If youre comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our Croeso Candidate booklet below for more information., NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of the role of the occupational therapist throughout the adult mental health pathway.
• Knowledge and understanding of mental health and related issues.
• Develop and maintain an up-to-date knowledge by engaging with appropriate CPD activities., Significant experience of working within adult mental health settings.
• Experience of working in mental health services in the community.
• Experience of working within a team., Ability to manage own time and prioritise workload effectively.
• Practice in accordance with statutory law, national, organisational and local policy and professional standards., Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above, Ability to travel within the geographical area in a timely manner.
• Be involved in regular supervision, participating in staff appraisal, taking responsibility to identify learning needs and ensuring a personal portfolio is used to record progress.
• Reflect on and review practice under supervision on regular basis.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers. Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities. CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life. Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily: We listen, learn, and improve We treat everyone with respect We work together as one team CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development. At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.