Occupational Therapist (Mental Health)

NHS Jobs; Warrington; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Jobs in Warrington is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide an effective OT service to adults with mental health problems, delivering assessment, care planning, intervention and evaluation while developing clinical skills.

You will work within professional standards (COT and HPC) and the policies of Alternative Futures Group, contribute to service development, training and education, and maintain clear, accurate records to support high quality care.

Qualifications

• To provide, an effective Occupational Therapy (OT) service to a defined caseload consisting of adults with mental health problems.
• To actively develop clinical skills in occupational therapy assessment, care planning, intervention, and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• To ensure that the professional standards and ethics, as set out by the College of Occupational Therapists (COT) and Health Professions Council (HPC), and Alternative Futures Group ltd Policies and Procedures are adhered to at all times.

Job description

Main Purpose

In line with Alternative Futures Group mission, vision and values the job holder will provide effective occupational therapy interventions to achieve the delivery of strategic and business objectives. Demonstrating through evidence that the services we provide create a world where the people we support control their own lives.

Summary of Responsibilities

To ensure that the professional standards and ethics, as set out by the College of Occupational Therapists (COT) and Health Professions Council (HPC), and Alternative Futures Group ltd Policies and Procedures are adhered to at all times.

Job Purpose

To provide, an effective Occupational Therapy (OT) service to a defined caseload consisting of adults with mental health problems. To actively develop clinical skills in occupational therapy assessment, care planning, intervention, and evaluation. To provide specialist advice and support to other departments, professionals, and families / carers. To contribute to the evaluation and continued development of the Occupational Therapy Service

Growth

• To work effectively with colleagues, members of the Therapy Team and Operational Staff to deliver the Strategic Business Plan objectives
• To contribute to the Operational Plan, including Occupational Therapy initiatives, by establishing personal targets in line with annual employee review.
• To provide effective leadership and clear direction to staff within defined area of responsibility.
• To demonstrate leadership skills through management of designated projects that will enable future organizational growth and develop best practice.
• To ensure the compliance with statutory and regulatory service delivery requirements and to operate services in accordance with relevant legislation and

Evidence Based Practice

• To undertake own research in specialist areas and share own learning with other professionals working within Alternative Futures Group Ltd.
• To attend and participate in all appropriate meetings and forums as agreed with line manager.
• To contribute to the strategic development of the organisation through Promotion, Marketing and delivery of training and Therapies to External Stakeholders

Financial

• To ensure all service delivery is provided within resources available in accordance with AFG processes.
• To demonstrate value for money and make recommendations for expenditure.
• To identify and minimise risks to the organisation.

Quality

• To provide the comprehensive assessment, care planning, intervention and evaluation of an individual caseload of service users with mental health problems
• To use a range of standardised and non-standardised assessment, treatment approaches and media in response to individual need, appropriate to the relevant interests of the service user.
• To comply with the COT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and national and local procedures
• To analyse, grade and adapt individual and group activities to meet the occupational performance and environmental needs of the service users.
• To facilitate clinical sessions autonomously, with occupational therapy staff, other professionals, in partnership with care staff and, when appropriate, families.
• To work as an active member of the multi-disciplinary team understanding profession specific roles and attending relevant meetings when specified to do so.
• To communicate effectively verbally, in writing or electronically with all relevant team members including liaison with families, care staff and statutory agencies, being mindful of confidentiality.
• To liaise with registered mental health nurses, registered learning disability nurses and support staff in the implementation of OT intervention providing specific training and awareness session either informally or through presentations.
• To liaise with a wide variety of professionals, such as doctors, physiotherapists, social workers, voluntary workers and equipment suppliers, as well as service users families, and carers.
• To contribute and participate in the development and delivery of training packages to internal staff.
• To identify the need for and refer service users on to specialist services (e.g. Physiotherapy, speech and language, dietician) when additional concerns are noted.
• To assess the OT and rehabilitation needs of potential service users referred to Weaver Lodge from external agencies.
• To undertake such CPD activities as are required to maintain and enhance clinical skills necessary for the delivery of high quality service
• To contribute to clinical service developments as agreed with the line manager.
• Utilise up-to-date theory and research to support evidence based practice in individual work, and work with other team and staff members to promote and encourage the application of Best Practice.
• Initiate and undertake specific audit activities according to the needs of clients and the service, and to contribute to the provision of effective, efficient and equitable practice.
• To compile and present presentations as required.
• To maintain accurate, clear and concise written clinical records, adhering to professional standards and code of ethics as related to documentation.
• To provide written OT reports adhering to Alternative Futures Group Ltd policies and procedures, and professional standards and code of ethics as related to documentation.
• To participate in the induction of new staff to the Hospital (and other departments when requested) by sharing knowledge and skills.
• To participate in the training, education and assessment of OT students in clinical placements as relevant to level of experience.

People

• To establish relationships with partners and organisations that promotes the work of AFG positively and highlights opportunities for growth and future partnerships.
• To provide support and education regarding aspects of occupational therapy regarding equipment fitting, rehab programme
• To participate or work as a member of the/ in multidisciplinary team discussions and decisions with regard to client care programmes
• To plan and support implementation of individual and/or group interventions, in collaboration with the client, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals
• The Post holder will hold their own caseload and will provide a therapy provision to a variety of service users
• To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment for clients with multiple needs in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention
• To demonstrate and apply a broad level of understanding of the effect of disability and recommend adaptations to the clients physical and social environment.
• To receive regular supervision with an appropriately trained person in accordance with professional guidelines and code of ethics.
• Provide specialist advice in occupational therapy to staff
• To communicate effectively with users and carers, team members, colleagues and other agencies
• Contribute to the development and implementation of in-service training programmes across the whole of AFG and provide feedback on training and development initiatives within the service.
• To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of clients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs