Job summary 22.5 hours per week An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our CAMHs team within the childrens secure estate at Wetherby YOI. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary and multi-agency team. This is an opportunity for you to develop within a service that is embracing positive change and developing pathways of care to meet the diverse needs of children within the secure estate. You will be able to embrace the fast pace of a Secure setting and the value of working within a multi-disciplinary team, that promotes a holistic approach to caring for children within a complex environment. You will support the development and embedding of an Occupational Therapy service within the secure estate which will enable you to utilize your core skill set in Occupational Therapy to implement a pathway that meets the identified needs of the population. You will have sound Occupational Therapy assessment skills and be able to utilize these to develop plans of care and guide others on implementation. All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients. For full job description, please see attached supporting documents. Main duties of the job HMYOI Wetherby is the largest secure provision in the country for young males aged between 15 and19. As part of the service there are two units that provide enhanced provisions for children identified with more complex and challenging needs. The CAMHS team provides initial screening for all children entering the secure estate, in order to identify individual needs/risk and refer appropriately within the service. We provide an MDT approach to the assessment, formulation and intervention planning for children, tailoring individuals care pathway to best meet their identified need and achieve the best possible outcome for them. We work to ensure that the team around the child is working together, with the child at the centre. As a service we are involved in all transition and discharge planning, promoting continuity of care and sharing of information. There will be opportunity to raise awareness and knowledge around Occupational Therapy and the value of this in enhancing the experience for children and improving outcome. At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application. About us We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative. Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers. We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities. Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust. Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible. Date posted 15 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Pro Rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number C9378-F0628 Job locations York Road Wetherby LS22 5ED Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be part of a cohesive and enthusiastic multi-disciplinary team. You will be involved in providing specialist occupational therapy assessment and treatment for individuals receiving in-patient care enabling service users to engage in a wide range of individual and group based treatment activities. You will be actively involved in the promotion of occupational therapy within the service area. The post holder will be part of a well recognised service that places emphasis of staff support and professional development and you will be expected to participate in staff training and supervision. To manage an individual caseload, providing Occupational Therapy assessments for service users receiving in-patient care and within the community, prioritising clinical needs and providing an effective service. To work with service users to identify Occupational Therapy goals as part of the overall care plan, using occupational therapy assessment tools based on current evidence based best practice. To plan and implement a client centred Occupational Therapy treatment programme on an individual and/or group basis, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals. To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention. To demonstrate a broad level of understanding of the effect of disability and provide training and advice on lifestyles changes and adaptations to the clients social and physical environment. To be responsible for providing Occupational Therapy advice in the multidisciplinary team assessment of service users and carers to ensure that an integrated approach to assessment and treatment is achieved and maintained. To work proactively alongside ward staff, community agencies and voluntary agencies to provide a seamless service for service users. To maintain an effective communication network within the team, and to liaise with other agencies and disciplines from the voluntary and statutory sectors to ensure that service user needs are met. To maintain up to date service user records and activity data in accordance with professional and Trust standards. To provide an Occupational Therapy perspective in multi-disciplinary team meetings, ward rounds, clinics and case conferences as required. We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be part of a cohesive and enthusiastic multi-disciplinary team. You will be involved in providing specialist occupational therapy assessment and treatment for individuals receiving in-patient care enabling service users to engage in a wide range of individual and group based treatment activities. You will be actively involved in the promotion of occupational therapy within the service area. The post holder will be part of a well recognised service that places emphasis of staff support and professional development and you will be expected to participate in staff training and supervision. To manage an individual caseload, providing Occupational Therapy assessments for service users receiving in-patient care and within the community, prioritising clinical needs and providing an effective service. To work with service users to identify Occupational Therapy goals as part of the overall care plan, using occupational therapy assessment tools based on current evidence based best practice. To plan and implement a client centred Occupational Therapy treatment programme on an individual and/or group basis, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals. To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention. To demonstrate a broad level of understanding of the effect of disability and provide training and advice on lifestyles changes and adaptations to the clients social and physical environment. To be responsible for providing Occupational Therapy advice in the multidisciplinary team assessment of service users and carers to ensure that an integrated approach to assessment and treatment is achieved and maintained. To work proactively alongside ward staff, community agencies and voluntary agencies to provide a seamless service for service users. To maintain an effective communication network within the team, and to liaise with other agencies and disciplines from the voluntary and statutory sectors to ensure that service user needs are met. To maintain up to date service user records and activity data in accordance with professional and Trust standards. To provide an Occupational Therapy perspective in multi-disciplinary team meetings, ward rounds, clinics and case conferences as required. We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form. Person Specification PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). TRAINING Essential Practice Education or Practice Assessor preparation certificate (or to achieve within 12 months). Clinical supervisors training (or willingness to complete). To be willing to undertake post graduate training to further skills, knowledge and expertise relevant to clinical area. Desirable Post graduate training relevant to mental health & learning disabilities. Qualifications Essential COT Diploma, BSc/BA, MA Occupational Therapy. HCPC State Registration. Desirable Leadership or first line management certificate. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Essential Enthusiastic, motivated, professional, resourceful, flexible and adaptable. Able to self direct and have good time management skills. Able to use tact & diplomacy and common sense. Committed to team working and providing the best possible patient care. Able to adapt to change and lead others as a positive change agent. Act as a positive role model to other members of the team. Able to provide leadership to the team and encourage reflection on practice. Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role. SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS Essential Specialist knowledge and application of Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions relevant to mental health/learning disabilities. Extensive clinical practice skills including individual and group work. Understanding of occupational therapy outcome measure. Detailed knowledge of current legislation/guidance e.g. CPA Care Programme Approach, Risk assessment and management. Excellent communication skills. Able to work as part of a MDT and independently. Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues. Supervisory / appraisal skills. Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance. Ability to organise and respond efficiently to complex information. Computer literacy. Ability to build effective working relationships. Detailed knowledge of clinical governance and its application. Experience Essential Substantial post registration experience working in mental health or learning disabilities. Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team. Supervision of staff and students. Desirable Leadership or first line management experience. Experience of a range of mental health or learning disabilities settings. Person Specification PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). TRAINING Essential Practice Education or Practice Assessor preparation certificate (or to achieve within 12 months). Clinical supervisors training (or willingness to complete). To be willing to undertake post graduate training to further skills, knowledge and expertise relevant to clinical area. Desirable Post graduate training relevant to mental health & learning disabilities. Qualifications Essential COT Diploma, BSc/BA, MA Occupational Therapy. HCPC State Registration. Desirable Leadership or first line management certificate. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Essential Enthusiastic, motivated, professional, resourceful, flexible and adaptable. Able to self direct and have good time management skills. Able to use tact & diplomacy and common sense. Committed to team working and providing the best possible patient care. Able to adapt to change and lead others as a positive change agent. Act as a positive role model to other members of the team. Able to provide leadership to the team and encourage reflection on practice. Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role. SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS Essential Specialist knowledge and application of Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions relevant to mental health/learning disabilities. Extensive clinical practice skills including individual and group work. Understanding of occupational therapy outcome measure. Detailed knowledge of current legislation/guidance e.g. CPA Care Programme Approach, Risk assessment and management. Excellent communication skills. Able to work as part of a MDT and independently. Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues. Supervisory / appraisal skills. Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance. Ability to organise and respond efficiently to complex information. Computer literacy. Ability to build effective working relationships. Detailed knowledge of clinical governance and its application. Experience Essential Substantial post registration experience working in mental health or learning disabilities. Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team. Supervision of staff and students. Desirable Leadership or first line management experience. Experience of a range of mental health or learning disabilities 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. 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. 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 South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust Address York Road Wetherby LS22 5ED Employer's website https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)