Rotational Band 6 Occupational Therapist

Main duties include:

• To carry out the initial screening and assessment of all service users and to undertake intensive short-term treatment where appropriate.
• To manage a caseload of clients with complex Occupational Therapy needs, using evidence based/client-centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.
• To review and reflect on your own practice and performance through effective use of professional and operational supervision and appraisal.
• To work as an effective and supportive member of the MDT, working within local ward policies and supporting core functions of the team delivery, including being part of PEACE interventions.
• To provide leadership for junior/non-registered Occupational Therapy staff through supervision and appraisal, identifying appropriate caseloads, reviewing interventions and delegating responsibilities as appropriate.
  
  Do you have experience working clinically in a mental health setting? Are you interested in enhancing your skills by working in different areas?
In this newly established rotation across mental health you will gain experience of inpatient and community settings as well as be supported to develop your leadership and managerial skills to help with future career progression. Successful candidates must be confident in their assessment and clinical reasoning skills, be able to manage their time effectively and be a proactive member of the multi-disciplinary team. Responsibilities include managing a caseload, supervising junior members of the therapy team and maintaining your own CPD all whilst being responsive to the needs of a busy service. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team to provide a high standard of occupational therapy to service users and ensure the occupational needs of service users are being met. Excellent communication skills are required and the ability to be adaptable, flexible and creative when working with people with varying levels of need. Alongside clinical duties you will be supported to gain experience and skills in leadership, research and quality improvement as well as other training relevant to your post. HCPC registration required.

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles. Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD. As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount
• Pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups