Job summary We are looking for a dedicated, positive individual, to join a group of innovative, inspiring Occupational Therapists to support Occupational Therapy provision within Northumberland Children and Young People's Service. The successful candidate will contribute their clinical role to the Complex Mental Health and Learning Disability Pathways. The post holder will work in community settings, providing assessment and intervention packages for children and their families who are experiencing mental health difficulties, impacting on occupational performance and engagement. The post holder would be expected to demonstrate an understanding of a range of clinical conditions related to children and young people's mental health, and to offer generic perspectives in addition to their occupational perspective. Care coordination is a key component of this role. A knowledge of Occupational Therapy theories, models and approaches relevant to the clinical setting is essential. Occupational Therapy will be provided in clinic settings, service users' homes, schools and other educational environments. Close liaison with carers, teachers, and professionals from statutory and voluntary sector is also a key role. Successful applicants will work independently but as part of a multi-disciplinary team. In house training as well as mandatory training courses are accessible to all staff. Main duties of the job To be responsible for the assessment and management of a caseload of service users who present with a variety of complex Occupational Therapy needs, diverse presentations and a range of mental health difficulties, neurodevelopmental diagnoses, cognitive and/or learning disabilities. To incorporate a client centred philosophy into clinical practice and provide collaborative, compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity. In partnership with the service users and carers where appropriate, develop collaborative formulations and intervention plans, ensuring regular reviews to monitor progress and adapt as necessary, and undertake discharge planning. To deliver evidenced based Occupational therapy interventions with complex young people and their families. To co-ordinate treatment planning & interventions carried out by Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioners who undertake both individual and group interventions. To provide specialist clinical advice to Service Users/Carers, staff, statutory agencies, 3rd sector partner agencies and the public. To work as a member of the Multi-disciplinary Team ensuring that high quality individualised care is delivered which ensures safety and a commitment to promoting recovery and wellbeing. To act as an identified deputy in the absence of the Professional Lead. About us We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career. The North Locality Community CYPS is a dynamic, challenging and rewarding service area. We have a focus on wellbeing of staff and working together to provide the best outcomes possible for the young people in locality. Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 263-CCG24-278-MG-C Job locations St Georges Park Hospital Morpeth NE61 2NU Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 16th January 2025 Closing date : 30th January 2025 We welcome your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 16th January 2025 Closing date : 30th January 2025 We welcome your application. Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Recognised Occupational therapy degree/ qualification HCPC Registration Evidence of post-registration training in OT interventions relevant to the post. Desirable Member of Royal College of Occupational Therapy Knowledge and Experience Essential Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, HCPC and RCOT standards and other local and national initiatives Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, HCPC and RCOT standards and other local and national initiatives. Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team Experience of providing Occupational Therapy services. Awareness of equal opportunities legislation and policies Experience of collaborative working across agencies and professional disciplines. Proven ability to manage a clinical caseload in a flexible manner as required. Experience of supervising students / non registered staff Desirable Understanding of difficult to manage/challenging behaviours. Undertaking Appraisals Coordinating and supporting staff in the day to day provision of clinical services. Skills and Competencies Essential Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex needs. Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills. Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E. Guidance). Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others). Effective interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively with other professionals using a multi-agency approach. Ability to work autonomously and within a team. Effective time and case management skills Good conflict resolution skills. Ability to adapt within a changing environment. Desirable Clinical Leadership. Training & Induction of staff. Delegation skills.. Debriefing skills Teaching/Presentation skills. Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Recognised Occupational therapy degree/ qualification HCPC Registration Evidence of post-registration training in OT interventions relevant to the post. Desirable Member of Royal College of Occupational Therapy Knowledge and Experience Essential Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, HCPC and RCOT standards and other local and national initiatives Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, HCPC and RCOT standards and other local and national initiatives. Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team Experience of providing Occupational Therapy services. Awareness of equal opportunities legislation and policies Experience of collaborative working across agencies and professional disciplines. Proven ability to manage a clinical caseload in a flexible manner as required. Experience of supervising students / non registered staff Desirable Understanding of difficult to manage/challenging behaviours. Undertaking Appraisals Coordinating and supporting staff in the day to day provision of clinical services. Skills and Competencies Essential Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex needs. Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills. Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E. Guidance). Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others). Effective interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively with other professionals using a multi-agency approach. Ability to work autonomously and within a team. Effective time and case management skills Good conflict resolution skills. Ability to adapt within a changing environment. Desirable Clinical Leadership. Training & Induction of staff. Delegation skills.. Debriefing skills Teaching/Presentation skills. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust Address St Georges Park Hospital Morpeth NE61 2NU Employer's website https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)