Job summary Full Time Band 6 Occupational Therapist (would consider a band 5-6 development Role) An exciting opportunity has become available for a band 6 Occupational Therapist in the Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Sussex Family Eating Disorder Service (SFEDS). This role is advertised as a band 6, however may consider a band 5 development role to band 6 for a suitable candidate. This would be supported by the leadership team within the first 12 months of employment. This a permanent role and we encourage staff who are also looking for a job share/ flexible working or part time hours. If you are interested in applying for this role as a secondment, please contact us to discuss further. We are a family-based service working across the Sussex County with children, young people and their parents / carers / family members to treat Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and Atypical Anorexia Nervosa. This role will be based at Aldrington Centre, Hove alongside involving some travel across the Sussex area. Please see https://www.sussexcamhs.nhs.uk/our-services/service-finder/sussex-family-eating-disorder-service for more information. Main duties of the job This role requires staff to work as an OT alongside some lead practitioner responsibilities and provide 1-1 and group interventions. You will be responsible for working collaboratively with service users & the families on your caseload to create care plans that meet their needs and maximise their participation in everyday life. The successful candidate will need to be able to demonstrate an ability to complete robust clinical assessments, an ability to effectively support and reduce risk, inclusive care and treatment planning as well as robust caseload management. You will be supported by the Divisions Specialist Occupational Therapist, the wider MDT and our partnership OT colleagues to promote and develop the role of Occupational Therapy within this clinical area. You will be actively encouraged and supported to implement evidence- based practice changes, and develop your own knowledge and experience, and that of the Multi-Disciplinary Team in the role of OT, and the nine key OT interventions delivered within the service. You will actively participate in the screening of OT referrals received via the OT referral pathway within the service, and attend regular in-service OT meetings and education sessions. In return the successful applicant will be supported by a professional, highly motivated and caring MDT. You will be provided with regular clinical and managerial supervision, as well as in wider OT meetings and peer support. About us This is an excellent time for Occupational Therapists to be joining Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust as we have launched our first AHP Strategy and can offer the following to you:o Regular professional supervisiono The opportunity to participate in a range of quality improvement work and service innovations.o Access to a wide range of training and CPD opportunities includingo A programme of AHP specific trainingo Quarterly Occupational Therapy CPD Hubso Communities of Practice (Recovery through Activity and Sensory Strategies)o Have a look at our AHP strategy and view our film at https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/AHPAs a Trust employee you will enjoy the standard NHS annual leave entitlement and pension schemes. We offer and support flexible working and part time working, and encourage those looking to develop their own learning and career development to apply.We value our team's ideas and are always working towards improving how we deliver patient care and carer support. We look forward to receiving your application.For more information call Pratima Hurrymun p.hurrymunnhs.net Date posted 06 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 354-CS-21631 Job locations Aldrington House 35 New Church Road Hove BN3 4AG Job description Job responsibilities To provide occupational therapy interventions for referred clients using evidence based, client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions. To promote and develop the role of Occupational Therapy within the home intervention team in SFEDS. To act as Lead Practitioner and be part of the MDT in providing meal supervision and support with families including risk assessment planning and collaborative care plans. To manage a caseload of clients. To provide specialist clinical advice and input for clients with complex problems and needs. To ensure occupational therapy contribution to the provision of quality clinical care and performance standards. To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of occupational therapy and local multi-professional services.Clinical Operate as a occupational therapy practitioner and manage an appropriate complex clinical caseload. Promote evidence-based practice in occupational therapy and the relevant mental health service/ learning disability service. Provide a specialised range of clinical interventions and demonstrate knowledge of models of practice. Monitor, evaluate and modify treatment in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of interventions. Provide clinical assessment, formulation, intervention, review and where appropriate CPA including care co-ordination for service users, their families and carers. Contribute to the development of multi-disciplinary best practice clinical guidelines and protocols. Have a basic working knowledge of the medication prescribed for the persons in their care. To include usual dosage, common side effects and the need for any special monitoring. Any reported or observed side effects must be brought to the attention of the prescriber. Supervise the work of more junior qualified staff and provide support and guidance. Ensure that up to date written and electronic records and activity data are maintained in accordance with Professional and Trust standards and to provide specialist occupational therapy reports relevant to the practice setting. To adhere to Trust risk management policies and procedures. To champion occupational and recovery approaches within the service area. Be aware of and able to use de-escalation techniques and physical breakaway Communication Ensure effective communication with all parts of the service, other agencies and people who use services and their carers. Ensure representation in strategic meetings and raise awareness of the contribution of occupational therapy. Develop and maintain effective communication structures, facilitating two-way communication on professional and Trust issues. Provide advice to team members, clients, carers and the wider network. Liaise regularly with the clinical specialist occupational therapist on professional and service issues. Communicate effectively with clients and their carers and ensure that communication difficulties are addressed sensitively. Leadership To fully participate in the Trusts performance review and personal development planning process on an annual basis. To provide effective guidance, supervision and appraisals for junior staff. Represent the clinical specialist occupational therapist when appropriate at relevant meetings. To act as a designated pin holder for the integrated community equipment store, to an agreed threshold where relevant. Staff and Training Supervise occupational therapy staff and ensure all staff receive a performance review and personal development plan on an annual basis in conjunction with operational managers. To participate in the annual training analysis for occupational therapy staff in the locality care group. To contribute to the occupational therapy development plan To contribute to regular speciality away days To contribute to the provision of high quality practice placements in liaison with the Practice Education Coordinators. To provide training to others in line with service training agenda. To ensure that staff adhere to Health and Safety guidelines and maintain safe environments and working practices. Research and Development Contribute and participate in occupational therapy research and development, working with clinical specialist therapist and education providers and in line with Trust and service area research priorities. Engage actively in practice development, evaluation, audit and research activities relevant to occupational therapy and the directorate. Staff leadership and management To provide effective leadership and management to staff which promotes high performance standards both individually and as a team, in the achievement of the Trusts objectives and priorities. The Trusts success will be dependant on all managers playing an active role to make sure the existing areas of good employment practice are universally embedded within the organisation. Managers will be expected to: Understand the Trusts key priorities and those of your care group and translate these into key priorities for your care group Ensure clarity and effectiveness in developing and designing roles Ensure management of staff is consistent with Trusts HR Policies to the achievement of equality, equity and optimum performance. Complete annual Appraisals for all staff which reflect these priorities and ensure staff have access to appropriate training and development Communicate regularly through meetings with teams and individuals and provide opportunity for two-way feedback Promote an effective team ethos. Promote equality, diversity and rights, and treat others with dignity and respect ensuring services are developed, managed and delivered to meet the specific needs of those belonging to protected characteristics. Promote equality, diversity and Human Rights in working practices by developing and maintaining positive working relationships, ensuring that colleagues are treated fairly and contributing to developing equality of opportunity and outcomes in working practices. Contribute to developing and maintaining equality of opportunity in working practices by complying with legislation and organisational policies. Advise colleagues about equality, diversity and human rights policies and procedures and ensure they are followed. Ensure that colleagues are treated fairly. Behave in a non-discriminatory way and challenge the discriminatory behaviour of others. Be supportive of colleagues or service users who wish to raise issues about discriminatory practice or experience. Job description Job responsibilities To provide occupational therapy interventions for referred clients using evidence based, client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions. To promote and develop the role of Occupational Therapy within the home intervention team in SFEDS. To act as Lead Practitioner and be part of the MDT in providing meal supervision and support with families including risk assessment planning and collaborative care plans. To manage a caseload of clients. To provide specialist clinical advice and input for clients with complex problems and needs. To ensure occupational therapy contribution to the provision of quality clinical care and performance standards. To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of occupational therapy and local multi-professional services.Clinical Operate as a occupational therapy practitioner and manage an appropriate complex clinical caseload. Promote evidence-based practice in occupational therapy and the relevant mental health service/ learning disability service. Provide a specialised range of clinical interventions and demonstrate knowledge of models of practice. Monitor, evaluate and modify treatment in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of interventions. Provide clinical assessment, formulation, intervention, review and where appropriate CPA including care co-ordination for service users, their families and carers. Contribute to the development of multi-disciplinary best practice clinical guidelines and protocols. Have a basic working knowledge of the medication prescribed for the persons in their care. To include usual dosage, common side effects and the need for any special monitoring. Any reported or observed side effects must be brought to the attention of the prescriber. Supervise the work of more junior qualified staff and provide support and guidance. Ensure that up to date written and electronic records and activity data are maintained in accordance with Professional and Trust standards and to provide specialist occupational therapy reports relevant to the practice setting. To adhere to Trust risk management policies and procedures. To champion occupational and recovery approaches within the service area. Be aware of and able to use de-escalation techniques and physical breakaway Communication Ensure effective communication with all parts of the service, other agencies and people who use services and their carers. Ensure representation in strategic meetings and raise awareness of the contribution of occupational therapy. Develop and maintain effective communication structures, facilitating two-way communication on professional and Trust issues. Provide advice to team members, clients, carers and the wider network. Liaise regularly with the clinical specialist occupational therapist on professional and service issues. Communicate effectively with clients and their carers and ensure that communication difficulties are addressed sensitively. Leadership To fully participate in the Trusts performance review and personal development planning process on an annual basis. To provide effective guidance, supervision and appraisals for junior staff. Represent the clinical specialist occupational therapist when appropriate at relevant meetings. To act as a designated pin holder for the integrated community equipment store, to an agreed threshold where relevant. Staff and Training Supervise occupational therapy staff and ensure all staff receive a performance review and personal development plan on an annual basis in conjunction with operational managers. To participate in the annual training analysis for occupational therapy staff in the locality care group. To contribute to the occupational therapy development plan To contribute to regular speciality away days To contribute to the provision of high quality practice placements in liaison with the Practice Education Coordinators. To provide training to others in line with service training agenda. To ensure that staff adhere to Health and Safety guidelines and maintain safe environments and working practices. Research and Development Contribute and participate in occupational therapy research and development, working with clinical specialist therapist and education providers and in line with Trust and service area research priorities. Engage actively in practice development, evaluation, audit and research activities relevant to occupational therapy and the directorate. Staff leadership and management To provide effective leadership and management to staff which promotes high performance standards both individually and as a team, in the achievement of the Trusts objectives and priorities. The Trusts success will be dependant on all managers playing an active role to make sure the existing areas of good employment practice are universally embedded within the organisation. Managers will be expected to: Understand the Trusts key priorities and those of your care group and translate these into key priorities for your care group Ensure clarity and effectiveness in developing and designing roles Ensure management of staff is consistent with Trusts HR Policies to the achievement of equality, equity and optimum performance. Complete annual Appraisals for all staff which reflect these priorities and ensure staff have access to appropriate training and development Communicate regularly through meetings with teams and individuals and provide opportunity for two-way feedback Promote an effective team ethos. Promote equality, diversity and rights, and treat others with dignity and respect ensuring services are developed, managed and delivered to meet the specific needs of those belonging to protected characteristics. Promote equality, diversity and Human Rights in working practices by developing and maintaining positive working relationships, ensuring that colleagues are treated fairly and contributing to developing equality of opportunity and outcomes in working practices. Contribute to developing and maintaining equality of opportunity in working practices by complying with legislation and organisational policies. Advise colleagues about equality, diversity and human rights policies and procedures and ensure they are followed. Ensure that colleagues are treated fairly. Behave in a non-discriminatory way and challenge the discriminatory behaviour of others. Be supportive of colleagues or service users who wish to raise issues about discriminatory practice or experience. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree/Diploma in occupational therapy Registration with the HCPC as an occupational therapist Evidence of post graduate level study/training Knowledge and experience Essential Experience as a qualified occupational therapist in mental health and eating disorders Broad experience of working with clients with a range of mental health problems Experience of multidisciplinary working Skills Essential Able to communicate complex condition related information to service users, carers and colleagues Work with others in the development of knowledge, ideas and work practices including policies and strategies Ability to use Trust IT systems including e-mail and electronic clinical records (standard keyboard skills) Approach and Values Essential Demonstrate support for the values and beliefs of the Care Group and those of the Trust Ability to travel across sites Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree/Diploma in occupational therapy Registration with the HCPC as an occupational therapist Evidence of post graduate level study/training Knowledge and experience Essential Experience as a qualified occupational therapist in mental health and eating disorders Broad experience of working with clients with a range of mental health problems Experience of multidisciplinary working Skills Essential Able to communicate complex condition related information to service users, carers and colleagues Work with others in the development of knowledge, ideas and work practices including policies and strategies Ability to use Trust IT systems including e-mail and electronic clinical records (standard keyboard skills) Approach and Values Essential Demonstrate support for the values and beliefs of the Care Group and those of the Trust Ability to travel across sites 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 Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address Aldrington House 35 New Church Road Hove BN3 4AG Employer's website https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)