Clinical To provide clinical related Occupational Therapy intervention guided by the service users needs as identified within their MDT To develop and implement programmes either in groups or to individuals in close liaison with other disciplines involved in the service users care, having emphasis on multi-disciplinary teamwork. Ensure that all service users within Pinetree Court have a comprehensive assessment that assists in the planning of their programme based on the service users needs. To demonstrate best practice interventions within specialist area. Regularly monitor and evaluate the Occupational Therapy service within Pinetree Court using appropriate outcome measure tools To be involved when appropriate in the assessment of aids/ adaptations to enable the service user to improve/ maintain own level of functional daily living skills. Practice in accordance with legislation according to your clinical area. Communication Communicate with service user, using the most appropriate verbal, written or pictorial method, in a way that respects their view, autonomy and culture. Translate key Occupational Therapy messages into simple ideas and language that can be easily understood by the service user. Work collaboratively with all members of the clinical team and share information with the team members formally and informally, e.g. M.D.T.,CTPS Share relevant information and knowledge within the professional group. Liaise with other departments within the service and beyond. Actively support the Head of Therapies in the running of staff meetings. Documentation Complete all necessary clinical documentation in accordance with Ludlow Street Healthcare Group and professional standards. Provide Occupational Therapy plans and/ or goals to support the care plan. Provide written reports in accordance with hospital and professional standards for reviews. Take a leading role in the professional documentation, as required by the organisation. To participate in the control of the allocated budget including petty cash and purchase order system. Clinical Governance and Quality Standards Initiate and contribute to Clinical Governance and Quality Agenda Activity within the organisation. Attend statutory and mandatory training. Actively undertake measures to meet targets for organisational Key Performance indicators. Participate in Clinical Audit Programme. Research and Practice Development Promote and engage in practice development, evaluation, audit and research activities to implement evidence-based practice. Share and disseminate research findings with professional colleagues in the interest of practice development. To act as a source of expertise in relation to Occupational Therapy for the multidisciplinary team. Education Participate and take the lead role in the specialist education and training of professional and clinical colleagues, students, visitors and volunteers. Participate in and contribute to continuing professional development activity. Lead education and training events for colleagues. Professional Ethics To adhere to relevant Health Care Profession Council regulations and other codes of professional conduct. Adhere to al organisational policies and procedures. To work within the provisions of the Mental Health Act (1983) Service Development Initiate and participate in development activities within the clinical area. Ensure where possible service users are involved in the future service planning and delivery. Professional Development Demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional development through participation in internal and external development opportunities identified in supervision and IPDP. Maintain professional portfolio in line with Health Care Professions Council requirements. Develop and maintain links with others in specialist filed of work, utilising regional and national networks. Keep abreast of new initiatives and recommendations from relevant organisations ensuring that practice is evidence based and current.