Job summary This post will be based within the Primary Care team, providing Occupational Therapy for prisoners at HMP Woodhill. The post-holders will be responsible for the provision of OT to prisoners presenting with complex needs, that can be compounded by their environment. This post will include individual work, developing a group work program and liaising with external agencies to meet the needs of individuals and promote health within the prison. The post will involve delivery of the OT provision to a designated caseload, focusing on functional ability and participation in meaningful activity. This will include the assessment, treatment and evaluation of clinical interventions, planning and running a range of therapeutic individual and group work, carrying out functional assessments and contributing to multidisciplinary team care planning and risk assessment. The individual will also develop health promotion initiative within the prison in line with national drivers and local need. The post holder will be working closely with the local Social care provider and other external providers. Main duties of the job To be responsible for the Occupational Therapy assessment, treatment and evaluation of an allocated clinical caseload. To be responsible for planning, providing and evaluating group and individual intervention within the service. To ensure clear handover of risk and health are shared with the team, and were necessary the prison, to ensure safe and effective practise. To ensure that any relevant information regarding risk and health, pertaining to custodial management is shared with the establishment. To carry out standardised assessments and provide detailed feedback to the multidisciplinary team about clients' abilities and also information about future plans and requirements for progress. To take a client centred approach in all possible occasions. To prompt and motivate the clients to engage in opportunities and activities that support wellbeing. To communicate treatment plans and clinical reasoning for interventions to other members of the multidisciplinary team and to work in collaboration with other disciplines and staff in clinical work. To maintain a flexible approach to sessions, modifying activities according to the fluctuating clinical presentation of individual clients and the needs of the service. About us We're passionate about delivering first-class patient-centred, safe and effective care, whether it is in a hospital setting, in a community clinic or in the patient's own home. Patients are at the heart of everything we do.Providing top quality care depends on our ability to employ the best people.We're always looking to recruit outstanding people who will go the extra mile to support our patients, colleagues, teams and the Trust. With every new employee we're hoping to find our future leaders and we'll support our staff by providing opportunities to develop your career.With a diverse culture and equally diverse range of opportunities across mental health, community services, addictions, eating disorders, learning disabilities and more - whatever stage of your career you're at, there's always a place for you at CNWL. Date posted 15 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum (pro rata if P/T) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 333-D-HJ-1756 Job locations HMP Woodhill Tattenhoe Street MILTON KEYNES MK4 4DA Job description Job responsibilities As part of this role you will be expected to support some physical health interventions such as medication management. This will contribute to the overall MDT objectives; however, you will have discipline protected time. You will also participate in Prison wide meetings and forums to support the wellbeing and risk management of prisoners. Central and North West London Foundation Trust provides excellent opportunities for professional development through both in-house and external training opportunities, as well as regular supervision. There is an offender care OT clinical lead and network to support development and link in with OTs across our Health and Justice services. Successful candidates will have strong engagement and motivation skills and be able to work well with people with complex needs and challenging behaviour. They must also have effective written and verbal communication skills. A working knowledge of occupational therapy theory and processes is also essential. Job description Job responsibilities As part of this role you will be expected to support some physical health interventions such as medication management. This will contribute to the overall MDT objectives; however, you will have discipline protected time. You will also participate in Prison wide meetings and forums to support the wellbeing and risk management of prisoners. Central and North West London Foundation Trust provides excellent opportunities for professional development through both in-house and external training opportunities, as well as regular supervision. There is an offender care OT clinical lead and network to support development and link in with OTs across our Health and Justice services. Successful candidates will have strong engagement and motivation skills and be able to work well with people with complex needs and challenging behaviour. They must also have effective written and verbal communication skills. A working knowledge of occupational therapy theory and processes is also essential. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential oHPCP Registered Practitioner Occupational Therapist oEvidence of professional development since registration Desirable oPost registration qualification that enhances clinical work such as health promotion oMentorship or supervisor qualification Previous Experience Essential oExperience of working as part of a multi- disciplinary team oExperience of working with complex clients oExperience of running a group program oExperience of leading and /or developing a service/ component of a service Desirable oExperience of working in a Prison or forensic environment oExperience of working in Primary Care Other Essential oTo conduct self in accordance with relevant code of conduct and practice for registration. Attitudes, aptitudes, personal characteristics Essential oMotivated to maintain the highest standards possible in the service. oAble to accept constructive feedback oAble to ask for support where required oCompassionate & non-judgmental approach. oFlexible Skills and knowledge Essential oExpert in engaging with people with complex health problems, assessing their needs, designing and delivering appropriate interventions and evaluating the effectiveness of the process. oRisk assessment and management skills. oExcellent communication skills both verbal and written. oExcellent IT skills. oAbility to work effectively as part of a team and independently as appropriate. oTo use supervision positively and effectively oProven ability to work with patients to increase their level of self-determination and resilience. oEffective time management. oKnowledge of the needs and rights of patients. oKnowledge of CPA, MAPPA, legislation and policies relevant to prison health care. oKnowledge of safeguarding frameworks oProblem solving, stress management & conflict resolution skills. oAbility to engage in evidence-based practice, with an understanding of care quality (clinical governance). oKnowledge of current challenges / developments in Prison health. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential oHPCP Registered Practitioner Occupational Therapist oEvidence of professional development since registration Desirable oPost registration qualification that enhances clinical work such as health promotion oMentorship or supervisor qualification Previous Experience Essential oExperience of working as part of a multi- disciplinary team oExperience of working with complex clients oExperience of running a group program oExperience of leading and /or developing a service/ component of a service Desirable oExperience of working in a Prison or forensic environment oExperience of working in Primary Care Other Essential oTo conduct self in accordance with relevant code of conduct and practice for registration. Attitudes, aptitudes, personal characteristics Essential oMotivated to maintain the highest standards possible in the service. oAble to accept constructive feedback oAble to ask for support where required oCompassionate & non-judgmental approach. oFlexible Skills and knowledge Essential oExpert in engaging with people with complex health problems, assessing their needs, designing and delivering appropriate interventions and evaluating the effectiveness of the process. oRisk assessment and management skills. oExcellent communication skills both verbal and written. oExcellent IT skills. oAbility to work effectively as part of a team and independently as appropriate. oTo use supervision positively and effectively oProven ability to work with patients to increase their level of self-determination and resilience. oEffective time management. oKnowledge of the needs and rights of patients. oKnowledge of CPA, MAPPA, legislation and policies relevant to prison health care. oKnowledge of safeguarding frameworks oProblem solving, stress management & conflict resolution skills. oAbility to engage in evidence-based practice, with an understanding of care quality (clinical governance). oKnowledge of current challenges / developments in Prison health. 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 Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Address HMP Woodhill Tattenhoe Street MILTON KEYNES MK4 4DA Employer's website https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work (Opens in a new tab)