Occupational Therapist
Job Description
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the North Oxfordshire Learning Disability Team as a Band 5 Occupational Therapist at Samuelson House in Banbury.The successful applicant will provide assessment and develop bespoke interventions for a caseload of service users with a learning disability with complex needs, using evidence based/client centred approaches and delivered in accordance with HCPC and College of Occupational Therapy (COT) requirements.
You will be joining one of two friendly multi-disciplinary Oxfordshire teams who are committed to ensuring that the health needs of individuals with a learning disability are equitably met.
Oxford Health has a strong Occupational Therapy leadership team who regularly offer training and OT away days. The LD OT team meets regularly to offer peer support, CPD opportunities and training.
You will receive regular individual supervision, training and support within this role to help transfer your skills and develop competencies in this specialist field.
Main duties of the job
- Manage a caseload of service users with physical and mental health needs, using evidence based/client centred approaches.
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.
- Play an active role in the planning and evaluation of Occupational Therapy Services.
- You will work as an Occupational Therapist within the Learning Disability multidisciplinary team contributing to the delivery of care pathways for Autism, Challenging Behaviour, Mental health, Epilepsy, Dementia and Complex health.The role will involve carrying out Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment as well as contributing to the generic work and service developments within the team.
Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties
About us
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"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
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
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/diploma in Occupational Therapy.
- Registered with the Health Professions Council.
- Evidence of a CPD portfolio
Desirable
- Trained in areas which contribute to the service: i.e., the Assessment of Motor and Process Skills, Sensory processing or other examples.
Experience (general/specific)
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience of managing a small caseload.
- Experience in recommending equipment, aids and minor adaptations.
Desirable
- Experience of working with people with a learning disability.
- Experience of working with people with physical or mental health problems.
- Experience of supporting students.
Skills / Values
Essential
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- Team Player.
- Good personal organisational skills.
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance.
- To work utilising a person-centred approach to meet the individual's needs.
- Microsoft Word, Excel and internet skills.
Desirable
- Skills to produce accessible/easy read documents.
Contractual Requirements or other requirements
Essential
- Access to a vehicle for work purposes.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
Samuelson House
Tramway Road
Banbury
OX16 5AU
