Job summary Outpatient Specialist Neurological Rehabilitation and Environmental Controls Permanentfull-time: 37.5 hours per week An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist to work across two specialist services at the Colman Centre for Specialist Rehabilitation. We are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated Occupational Therapist who is keen to develop specialist skills in complex neurological rehabilitation and environmental controls. Both teams are based in Jubilee House at the Colman Centre in Norwich and provide a range of interventions within the clinic setting and in patients' homes. Interviews will be held on 23rd January 2025. Main duties of the job The neurological rehabilitation role will include providing cognitive, vocational and upper limb rehabilitation to patients (aged 16 and above) who have complex needs following an acquired brain injury. You will be working as part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team including Physiotherapists, Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Rehabilitation Nurses, and Consultants in Rehabilitation Medicine. The successful applicant will require excellent communication skills, an aptitude for problem-solving and be highly effective in managing a case load. They will play a key role in facilitating patient groups and be required to liaise with other agencies such as a patient's employer when supporting their return to work. The current Norfolk and Waveney Environmental Controls Service is expanding to provide a service to patients living in Suffolk. We are, therefore, looking for someone to join the team at this exciting time in our development. The post holder will need to have an interest in technology and be eager to learn more about this ever-evolving specialism. You will work with children and adults with severe physical disabilities. Both teams provide regular peer support and learning opportunities. Participation in external specialist interest groups is also encouraged, It is essential that you hold a full UK driving license. Regular driving across Norfolk and Suffolk will be required. About us Find out more about working for our organisation here: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/2565ae62eb.html For further details / informal visits contact: Catherine Davis, Lead Occupational Therapist, Out-patient Service or Helen Pye, Lead Occupational Therapist, Environmental Controls Service on 01603 255753, email:CCSRSoutpatientsOTnchc.nhs.uk Date posted 24 December 2024 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 839-6892885-AB Job locations Colman Centre for Specialist Rehabilitation Services Unthank Road Norwich NR2 2PJ Job description Job responsibilities To assess and prescribe care packages for patients with complex rehabilitation needs. To work within the MDT to facilitate timely discharge from in-patient or outpatient service. To work within the MDT to support patients in the community and prevent unnecessary admission to hospital. To work with all health care professionals, and statutory and voluntary agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users. As required, provide support to other services across the Colman Centre for Specialist Rehabilitation Services. Please see job description for more details. Job description Job responsibilities To assess and prescribe care packages for patients with complex rehabilitation needs. To work within the MDT to facilitate timely discharge from in-patient or outpatient service. To work within the MDT to support patients in the community and prevent unnecessary admission to hospital. To work with all health care professionals, and statutory and voluntary agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users. As required, provide support to other services across the Colman Centre for Specialist Rehabilitation Services. Please see job description for more details. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy Current HCPC registration Experience Essential Evidence of working at a minimum of Band 5 level with a variety of post registration experience in inpatient, rehabilitation and discharge planning Post registration clinical experience of patients with neurological conditions Knowledge of additional specialist areas through inhouse training & short courses Awareness of alternative communication strategies for patients with neurological conditions Desirable Previous clinical experience in a neurological rehabilitation setting Training/clinical experience in: postural management, splinting for abnormal tone, cognitive rehabilitation, wheelchair prescribers course Experience of managing challenging behaviours Experience of working with patients with tracheostomy Experience with running groups Experience in delivering specialist bespoke equipment to highly complex patients Skills, Abilities & Knowledge Essential Highly motivated and ability to use own initiative Good observational & reporting skills Good interpersonal skills including tact, diplomacy, empathy & sensitivity Ability to manage stressful situations Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary team Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills Demonstrate excellent organisational and time management skills Desirable Knowledge of standardised assessments Communication Essential Ability to use verbal and non-verbal communication skills Ability to communicate with range of professionals at all levels Ability to communicate to patients/carers and relatives with sensitivity and compassion Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language Desirable Experience of using alternative communication strategies for patients with neurological conditions Personal & People Development Essential Maintain competency within role. Attend training relevant to role to maintain knowledge and skills Encouraging and developing self and others using a range of techniques and skills to share knowledge Desirable Experience of leadership skills in the workplace Personal Attributes / Behaviours Essential Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults Be reliable, honest and resilient Other Essential Be able to: kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments. Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6 kg. Manoeuvre patients using moving and handling aids Must hold full and valid driving licence Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy Current HCPC registration Experience Essential Evidence of working at a minimum of Band 5 level with a variety of post registration experience in inpatient, rehabilitation and discharge planning Post registration clinical experience of patients with neurological conditions Knowledge of additional specialist areas through inhouse training & short courses Awareness of alternative communication strategies for patients with neurological conditions Desirable Previous clinical experience in a neurological rehabilitation setting Training/clinical experience in: postural management, splinting for abnormal tone, cognitive rehabilitation, wheelchair prescribers course Experience of managing challenging behaviours Experience of working with patients with tracheostomy Experience with running groups Experience in delivering specialist bespoke equipment to highly complex patients Skills, Abilities & Knowledge Essential Highly motivated and ability to use own initiative Good observational & reporting skills Good interpersonal skills including tact, diplomacy, empathy & sensitivity Ability to manage stressful situations Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary team Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills Demonstrate excellent organisational and time management skills Desirable Knowledge of standardised assessments Communication Essential Ability to use verbal and non-verbal communication skills Ability to communicate with range of professionals at all levels Ability to communicate to patients/carers and relatives with sensitivity and compassion Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language Desirable Experience of using alternative communication strategies for patients with neurological conditions Personal & People Development Essential Maintain competency within role. Attend training relevant to role to maintain knowledge and skills Encouraging and developing self and others using a range of techniques and skills to share knowledge Desirable Experience of leadership skills in the workplace Personal Attributes / Behaviours Essential Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults Be reliable, honest and resilient Other Essential Be able to: kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments. Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6 kg. Manoeuvre patients using moving and handling aids Must hold full and valid driving licence 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 Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust Address Colman Centre for Specialist Rehabilitation Services Unthank Road Norwich NR2 2PJ Employer's website https://www.norfolkcommunityhealthandcare.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)