Occupational Therapist

Are you a qualified (or about to qualify) Occupational Therapist who is passionate about advocating for and improving the lives of adults with learning disabilities? Our CTPLD team (Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities) is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our supportive and friendly multidisciplinary team. Working under the guidance of a Senior OT, you'll receive the ongoing support and supervision to help you excel in your role and take pride in delivering outstanding, person-centred therapy to adults with Learning Disabilities. You'll enjoy variety as no two days are the same. This OT role includes:

• Provide assessments, interventions, and treatments tailored to the unique needs of each individual, including those with complex needs.
• With appropriate guidance, manage a designated caseload implementing evidence-based care plans.
• Cover a wide variety of areas from skill development to equipment provision, sensory assessments and support.
• Conduct both individual and group work
As part of a multidisciplinary team based at St Marks Hospital, Maidenhead, you'll work in a variety of community settings including people's homes, supported livingservices& day services. Our service hours are9-5 Monday to Friday and we can consider flexible working arrangements.Main duties of the job
• Work autonomously within a team, under the support of a Band 6 OT, to contribute to the development of the Specialist Occupational Therapy Service in WAM CTPLD.
• Collaborate with clients, families, carers, and other professionals to assess, plan, implement, and review Occupational Therapy treatment plans for individuals with learning disabilities.
• Manage a caseload of clients with complex needs, using person-centred, evidence-based approaches to create and evaluate individualized interventions.
• Provide specialist clinical advice and training to colleagues, carers, and professionals, including students.
• Set specific, relevant goals and conduct care assessments at the start, during, and upon discharge for each referral.
• Maintain accurate client records and update Continuing Professional Development (CPD) records.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring a holistic approach to client care
  
  Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.
We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer.We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you'll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish. Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:
• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.

Benefits of working for us include:
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites