Main area: Mental health inpatient services
Grade: Band 3
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time - 15 hours per week (2 DAYS PER WEEK)
Job ref: 350-MHC6970718
Site: Sheridan Ward, Hollins Park Hospital
Town: Warrington
Salary: £24,071 - £25,674 per annum pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 20/02/2025 23:59
Interview date: 28/02/2025
Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for a part time Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) position for applicants with an interest in working with people with a range of mental health conditions at Sheridan Ward.
The successful applicant will be working as a key member of the occupational therapy service department on Sheridan Ward. We are looking for self-motivated and caring individuals who can facilitate group activities, 1:1 sessions and assist the qualified occupational therapy staff as required. Hours would be varied, working flexibly in the week and at the weekend to facilitate a 7-day service alongside the full-time OT, which meets the needs of the service users.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for assisting in the development and delivery of treatment and care plans where appropriate under the direction and supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist and in collaboration with the ward manager.
The post holder will be required to actively work as part of The Multi-Disciplinary Team.
The Post Holder will be expected to work in an innovative way to support the smooth running of the Ward and will be required to offer individual and group activities alongside Occupational Therapy staff.
These duties will extend to using The Occupational Therapy Process to assist in assessment, planning and the implementation of Therapeutic Activities within an In-Patient Mental Health Setting.
The Post Holder will be required to work collaboratively and flexibly with Nursing and Support Worker staff to ensure meeting the diverse needs of service users and the function of the wards.
Working for our organisation
Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.
We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.
At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together.
Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
1. To support, with direction, Service Users’ with activities throughout the therapeutic day.
2. Undertake specific tasks within Occupational Therapy assessments with Service users using a Person Centred Approach.
3. Work innovatively and effectively and take responsibility for carrying out a range of activities under non-directive supervision.
4. Assist in planning and facilitate both individual and group work with Service Users.
5. Support the Service Users’ to engage with their Shared Activity Planner.
6. Be fully involved in The Occupational Therapy Process to ensure Service Users increase their independence and well-being.
7. Participate in the provision of a varied and interesting range of timetabled activities.
8. Exercise initiative and independence in carrying out delegated activities.
9. Be aware of, and apply, the principle of risk assessment and management.
10. Maintain the health, safety and security of others.
11. Contribute to formal Occupational Therapy record keeping and reports.
12. Undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service.
13. Work closely with The Multi Disciplinary Team.
14. Maintain links with other agencies for recovery and discharge planning.
15. Take supervisory responsibility for the work of others in the implementation of routine work.
16. Participate in the management of incidents in line with The Trusts Policy and Procedure.
17. Where appropriate, be involved in clinical audit activity.
18. Collate information about resources for Service Users access/utilisation.
19. Receive clinical supervision from a Qualified Occupational Therapist.
20. Maintain a safe working environment.
21. Facilitate/Co-facilitate and support service users to attend various forums and groups.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Qualification Credit Framework Diploma level 2 in Health & Social Care or a commitment to achieve this.
* Qualifications in: (or a commitment to undertake and complete training within first year of appointment).
Knowledge & Experience
* Ability to plan and deliver activities.
* Clear effective written and verbal communication and excellent interpersonal skills.
* Excellent observation skill and able to relay key information to others.
* Basic IT skills.
* Able to recognise level of own competence and boundaries of role.
* Able to work on own initiative as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.
* Ability to think creatively and assist in the planning of individual and group activity sessions.
* Ability to effectively organise own time, be reliable and punctual.
* Able to observe health and safety protocol.
* Ability to problem solve within defined context.
* Able to observe conflict situations in a positive and calm manner.
* Motivated to build on existing skills and knowledge.
* Be a positive ambassador for the service.
* An ability to work with warmth and empathy.
* Knowledge of the Occupational Therapy Process.
* Experience of working with Adults with Learning Disabilities/Mental Health.
* Experience working within inpatient services.
* Experience of supporting Therapeutic activities.
* Familiar with Electronic patient records.
* Experience of teaching others.
* Knowledge of The Model Of Human Occupation (Kielhofner).
VALUES:
* Accountability
* Responsive to service users
* Engaging leadership style
* Transparency and honesty
* Discreet
SKILLS
* Ability to independently perform delegated tasks.
* Ability to be an effective role model.
* Numeracy and Literacy skills.
* Able to carry out physical intervention and breakaway effectively.
* Commitment to work with service users with Mental Health and Learning Disabilities.
* Able to work within inpatient environments.
* Actively participate in own supervision.
* Sound values and positive attitude towards people with mental health and disabilities.
* Interested in working creatively to assist in the planning and delivery of a person centred Occupational Therapy service.
* Required to complete skills and interests questionnaire at the time of recruitment.
* Ability to reflect objectively and critically appraise own performance.
* Skills and knowledge in a particular interest that could benefit Service Users.
* Involvement in person-centred planning and working.
* An understanding of the role of advocacy.
* Willing to be an authorised Trust lease vehicle driver.
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