Occupational therapy assistant

The postholder will be responsible for the delivery of occupational-based therapeutic activity interventions to aid in the recovery and rehabilitation of individuals with a Learning Disability whilst residing within Astley Court.

Astley Court is a Learning Disability Assessment and Treatment inpatient unit. The service aims to provide a safe, caring, supportive environment where individuals can recover before continuing their life within a community setting. The Multi Disciplinary Team (MDT) aim to provide a comprehensive assessment and treatment of an individuals holistic needs. The staff member will work under the direction of the Occupational therapy team and the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team. Interventions may be offered as part of a group or individual basis. The post holder will work in collaboration with the nursing staff supporting the holistic needs of the service users. The postholder will be expected to work weekends and some early evenings as part of this role.,

• To facilitate occupationally based groups as identified by an Occupational Therapist.


• To work individually with service users on specific tasks and therapeutic activity as identified by an Occupational Therapist.


• To promote a culture of engagement in meaningful occupation within the service in order to enhance quality of life.


• To provide interventions in the manner that is consistent with Trust standards and values.


• To provide feedback to the team regarding observed occupational performance during a session which will contribute to assessment and therapeutic interventions.


• To maintain clinical records using the electronic patient record system.


• To liaise with carers and other professionals as relevant.


• To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.


• To attend mandatory training.


• To undertake relevant activities to meet training objectives identified with your supervisor.


• To keep a record of your training and development activities.
  
  Hertfordshire NHS Partnership Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from the Care Quality CommissionOur family of over 4,000 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.