Community Occupational Therapist

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Community Occupational Therapist to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will conduct specialized assessments and implement evidence-based interventions to enhance the quality of life for clients. You'll work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team, supporting adults and older persons in their journey towards functional independence. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape community mental health services while being part of an organization recognized for its commitment to excellence and compassionate care. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives, this role is for you.

Benefits

27 days of annual leave

NHS pension scheme

Health and wellbeing services

Flexible working options

Free training and career coaching

Preceptorship programme for newly qualified staff

Access to staff networks

Relocation costs where applicable

Salary sacrifice scheme opportunities

NHS discounts

Qualifications

• Registered Occupational Therapist with HPC.
• Experience in rehabilitation with adults and older people.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist OT assessments and interventions.
• Manage a defined caseload of clients with complex needs.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Client-Centered Assessments

Evidence-Based Interventions

Rehabilitation Experience

Education

BSc/BA Occupational Therapy

Diploma in Occupational Therapy

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Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

About

Dorset HealthCare is responsible for all mental health services and many physical health services in Dorset, delivering both hospital and community-based care. We are the biggest provider of healthcare in Dorset, and our services continually evolve and develop to meet the needs of the local community.

We serve a population of almost 800,000 people and employ around 7,000 staff, covering a wide range of expertise and specialisms. Our staff provide healthcare at over 300 sites, ranging from village halls and GP surgeries to mental health inpatient hospitals and community hospitals - as well as in people's homes.

Dorset HealthCare's Services Include

• Dorset's 12 community hospitals and minor injuries units
• Adult and children's community health services (physical and mental)
• Specialist learning disability services
• Community brain injury services
  
  

Our community health services encompass: district nurses, health visitors, school nursing, end of life care, sexual health promotion, safeguarding children, diabetes education, audiology, speech and language therapy, dermatology, podiatry, orthopaedic services, wheelchair services, anti-coagulation services, pulmonary rehab, early discharge stroke services, Parkinsons care, community oncology and breastfeeding support services.

Our annual income is around £253 million.

We have University Trust status and work collaboratively with Bournemouth University to provide benefits for patients and staff. Our University Trust status supports us in providing innovative care, promoting clinical excellence, and attracting and retaining high-quality staff. The Trust also has active relationships with Southampton University and St Loyes.

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Key details

Location

SiteKings Park Community HospitalAddressGloucester RoadTownBournemouthPostcodeBH7 6JFMajor / Minor RegionDorset

Contract type & working pattern

ContractPermanentHoursPart time - 35.25 hours per week

Salary

Salary£28,171 - £34,294 p.a.Salary periodYearlyGrade(Band 5)

Specialty

Main areaCommunity OT

Job Overview

The role of the OT will be to provide specialist OT specific assessments and interventions using evidence based, client-centred assessments and interventions. To promote maintenance of functional independence in self-care, meaningful occupational skills and leisure through the use of occupation.

The post holder will work as part of an established integrated multi-disciplinary team, comprising of Psychiatrists, trainee Doctors, Psychologists, Nurses, Social Workers, Support Time Recovery Workers and Care Managers. Working alongside these professionals the OT will undertake assessments of individuals, addressing occupational performance and skills deficits as part of the overall care plan.

This post has become available at a very exciting time. Significant investment has been made available to review and reconfigure community mental health services and this is taking place right now via the Mental Health Integrated Community Care Project (MHICC). Within this post you will have the opportunity to participate in the project, shaping our future services and developing the delivery and scope of occupational therapy in adult mental health. This post focusses on both Adults and Older Persons Occupational Therapy needs and will provide a locality wide Occupational Therapist offer for all of our patients.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

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To provide leadership to other staff as delegated by Team Leader/senior occupational therapist.

To manage a defined caseload of clients with complex needs, using evidence based / client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions, in order to restore or improve their quality of life and to maintain independence, embedding Recovery Principles into practice.

To support both the mission statement for the Older Persons Community Mental Health Team and Dorset Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

The team is based at Kings Park Community Hospital in Boscombe, however the geographical area of operation is across the whole of Bournemouth including Christchurch & Southbourne. You will need to have a valid driving licence and use of a car as you will be required to assess and and offer interventions to patients in their own homes and within other community settings.

As an OT employed in Dorset Healthcare Trust you will be linked in with community OT service meetings which provide profession specific peer support, leadership and CPD opportunities. Additional professional leadership and support will also be available from the OT lead for community mental health.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Working for our organisation

At Dorset HealthCare were on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. Were a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here its one of the reasons the CQC rated us outstanding in 2019. Its also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether youre looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. Were an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us youll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we dont know. And youll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

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At Dorset HealthCare we want to offer all our staff the opportunity to work flexibly, putting health and wellbeing first, whilst continuing the delivery of excellent patient care. Flexible working looks different for everyone and we welcome applicants to discuss flexible working opportunities with the recruiting manager.

What Working For Us Will Provide

• 27 days of annual leave, rising to 33 over ten years (for staff on Agenda for Change terms and conditions)
• Excellent NHS pension scheme
• Health and wellbeing services
• Flexible working options, including family-friendly hours
• Free training and one-to-one career coaching to reach your career goals
• Preceptorship programme for newly qualified nurses and AHPs
• Access to nine staff networks have a voice and transform our Trust
• Relocation costs where applicable
• Salary sacrifice scheme opportunities including childcare vouchers, car lease and cycle scheme, home technology equipment, and buying annual leave
• NHS discounts to save on your shopping, gym membership and more
  
  

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Before applying for this post, please do ensure that you have read the job description and person specification requirements. If you think you have everything we're looking for, then we'd love to hear from you, alternatively if you would like more information about the role please do not hesitate to contact us.

Regrettably, we are not able to offer sponsorship for all our job roles. If you attempt to apply for a role that we do not offer sponsorship for, you will receive notification of this at the time of starting your application and you will not be able to proceed. At this point, we wish to thank you for your interest in working for us and apologise we cannot take your application any further.

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Applicant requirements

warning You must have appropriate UK professional registration. info This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Person specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential criteria

• BSc/BA Occupational Therapy
• Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Registered Occupational Therapist with HPC
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Post Graduate qualification
• Membership of Special Interest Group
• Knowledge of alternative sources of information and supply of equipment and adaptations
  
  

Job Specific Experience

Essential criteria

• Previous experience in rehabilitation with adults and older people
• Experience developing and implementing Occupational Therapy Programmes for Complex Conditions
• Experience of supervision of staff
• Previous experience of working in the community
• Proven post-graduate OT experience in physical, neurological- disability and learning disabilities
  
  

Managerial / Supervisory Experience

Essential criteria

• To attend and fully participate in supervision with the designated professional supervisor
• Ability to manage a demanding workload to agreed deadlines and timescales
  
  

Additional Requirements

Essential criteria

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
  
  

Documents

• 152-M293.24 - Community Occupational Therapist - JD (, 194.6)PDFKB
• 152-M293.24 - Community Occupational Therapist - PS (, 879.8)PDFKB
• Staff Benefits Leaflet (, 316.1)PDFKB
• Applications Recruitment Flowchart (, 434.1)PDFKB
• Guidance on Verification of ID (, 284.4)PDFKB
• Pay scales from 1 April 2024 (, 39.6)PDFKB
• DBS Information (, 22.9)PDFKB
  
  

Further details / informal visits contact

NameKim DuffyJob titleTeam LeaderEmail address [email protected]Telephone number01202 705609

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