Occupational Therapist Band 5-6 Development

NHS; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

Occupational Therapist Band 5-6 Development

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Are you a Band 6 Occupational therapist looking for a new challenge or an experienced band 5 therapist who is looking to take the next step in their career? If so then Doncaster Community Team for Adult mental health would love to hear from you!

The successful candidate will work with adults with symptoms of mental health within the area, and will need to be able to work both independently and as part of a wider multidisciplinary team.

The post will involve working in a variety of settings including patients' own homes, care homes, supported living environments, etc.

We are a growing team with close links to our colleagues in both Rotherham, Doncaster and Scunthorpe. We will be able to provide regular support and supervision. Our priority is to ensure that we provide the best patient experience and clinical outcomes possible. We offer a commitment to CPD and value your skills and ideas. You will be supported to develop your full potential in a team where there are many opportunities for joint working and skill sharing across the whole of RDASH.

Main duties of the job

1. To provide a comprehensive Occupational Therapy (OT) service to meet the needs of adults with mental health issues in Doncaster, dealing with more complex cases that have profound and complex difficulties.
2. To assess occupational and vocational needs and provide occupational therapy interventions on an individual and/or group basis to service users with complex mental health needs.
3. To supervise junior staff/support staff/OT assistants to deliver community interventions enabling service users to develop independent living skills and work towards individual rehabilitation and recovery goals.
4. To develop links with statutory and voluntary sector community resources and ensure that ongoing occupational needs are addressed as part of a safe effective transition process.
5. To manage a defined caseload of adult service users, using person-centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions through the promotion and implementation of evidence-based practice.
6. To work autonomously within community settings as part of an integrated community team.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employs around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Registration with Health and Care Professions Council.
• Documented evidence of professional development.

Experience

• Pre-registration placement experience in a range of settings.

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.

Salary: £29,970 to £44,962 a year, pro rata.