Occupational Therapy Assistant

ESSEX PARTNERSHIP UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Wickford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Wickford is seeking an Assistant Occupational Therapist to work within the Occupational Therapy Team. The role involves supporting qualified staff in implementing treatment programs, facilitating group activities, and providing one-to-one interventions. The position offers potential for growth through an OT apprenticeship and a supportive environment with various staff benefits including leave, pension, and discounts.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Excellent pension

Staff discounts

£8K relocation package

Interest-free season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Must be able to support clients with implementing Occupational Therapy programs.
• Experience in one-to-one interventions and group activities is preferred.
• Must be aware of individual client needs and respect confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Support clients by implementing Occupational Therapy treatment programs.
• Carry out one-to-one interventions as directed by senior staff.
• Plan and facilitate group activities with the Occupational Therapy team.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Intervention Skills

Teamwork

Education

Relevant certification or coursework in Occupational Therapy

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Occupational Therapist (OTA) to work within the Occupational Therapy Team based at Brockfield House in Wickford Essex. The OTA would be working alongside, the Occupational Therapists, assistants and activity coordinators and the wider MDT. The post holder will be responsible for supporting the OTs with facilitating groups and delivering interventions. This post holder may have an opportunity to become an OT apprentice which could lead to becoming a qualified OT. Brockfield House has 7 wards, 5 Medium Secure and 2 Low Secure for men and women located near Wickford; providing interim services for male/female recovering from severe and enduring mental illness within secure environment. The focus is on multi-disciplinary approach from nursing, medical occupational and vocational therapy, psychology and social work staff. The aim is to rehabilitate patients to a stage where they require a more open regime within a less secure environment. The aim is to provide individualised care and evaluation of the patient's progress and recovery. People are encouraged to be involved in their care planning and, where possible, the family is also involved. The wards operate on a multi-disciplinary team basis with regular input from the Community Mental Health Team and Community Forensic Team. To work as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) with Occupational Therapy, implementing Occupational Therapy programmes under the direction of the Senior Occupational Therapist.

• oTo support clients by implementing the Occupational Therapy treatment programs or therapies directed on their care plan.
• oTo carry out one to one interventions as directed by Senior Occupational Therapy staff.
• oTo support the qualified Occupational Therapy staff to plan and facilitate the group activities.
• oTo develop rapport with clients whilst encouraging their interest in skills development.
• oTo be aware of individual clients/patients' needs through communication with the Occupational Therapist involved in their care.
• oTo observe general behaviour, ability and response of clients/patients to activities; ensuring this is documented and communicated with their allocated Occupational Therapist.
• oTo have an awareness of the situations that may make clients/patients vulnerable or at risk.
• oTo report any concerns immediately to qualified staff.
• oTo respect clients/patients choices and confidentiality at all times.
• oTo record interventions in an agreed format.
• oTo feedback during the ward round meetings (where relevant) any issues, concerns and progress.
• oAny other tasks delegated by qualified staff as appropriate to grade and experience.

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.
  27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.