Specialist Occupational Therapist (Band 6)

Cygnet; Ashurst; On-site; GBP 32,772 - 39,464; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Free meals for staff on duty

Group pension plan

NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card

Wellbeing centre with exercise and mental health advice

Job summary

A leading health and social care provider in Ashurst seeks an Occupational Therapist to deliver person-centred care for adults with autism and learning disabilities. The role involves conducting assessments and developing tailored treatment plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. You will support staff through training initiatives and have opportunities for professional development. The position offers a competitive salary range of £40,966 – £49,330 annually, along with notable benefits including free meals and a group pension plan.

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with autism and learning disabilities.
• Ability to develop treatment plans based on assessments.
• Strong communication skills to work within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care including OT assessments.
• Develop and implement treatment programmes based on individual needs.
• Empower staff through training and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Person-centred OT assessment

Interventions for autism

Team collaboration

Training and coaching staff

Education

Relevant degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

About Us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales.

Your Role

Service Line: Learning Disability Other (ASD Residential)

Summary of the role

Role: Occupational Therapist – Band 6

Hours: 4 days a week, 32 hours

Locations

• Oakhurst Lodge, 137 Lyndhurst Road, Ashurst, Southampton, SO40 7AW

Salary range

FTE: £40,966 – £49,330 per year, dependent on experience. This equates to: £32,772 – £39,464 per year

Devon Lodge and Oakhurst Lodge are specialist residential services for adults with autism and learning disabilities, who may present with behaviours that challenge. The services are part of 5 homes in the South West, across Dorset and Hampshire, and aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.

As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide direct clinical care which will encompass person-centred OT assessment and interventions, as well as work in an integrated way with the support team and wider multidisciplinary team. The occupational therapy team across the 5 homes consists of 3 occupational therapists, supported by a clinical lead OT who steers the model of care and OT pathway. The wider team includes Psychology and Speech and Language therapy, to assist the service in providing outcome based care and support pathways. The services also have activity coordinators, who support the delivery of meaningful occupations. You will have a thorough induction and support from experienced OT colleagues, and will regularly meet with the Head Occupational Therapist for support and supervision as required.

In this role you will assess, implement and develop an OT treatment programme according to individual’s diagnosis and identified needs. This will be based upon findings from assessments and team formulation in order to develop treatment plans & care and support plans. You will also empower staff to improve the quality of care through training, modelling and coaching.

Occupational Therapy Directorate

Under the leadership of our Occupational therapy directors we support over 170 Occupational Therapists. Working together as a large team across the UK, we provide support to each other, with CPD holding a high priority. There are external training opportunities, including Sensory Integration, and you will be part of specialist interest groups, service development initiatives and innovative practice.

Every service line has a Clinical lead Occupational therapist to lead and develop evidence based practice and agreed Occupational therapy pathway.

We ensure our Occupational therapy team members have a voice through participating in service model development, utilising the expertise and support of our clinical lead Occupational therapists.

Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

Cygnet Health Care Benefits

• Free parking
• Free meals for staff on duty
• Group pension plan helping you save for your future
• NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts)
• Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice.
• Plus much more…