Job summary
Are you an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding opportunity?
The position will be based at Marlborough House in Milton Keynes, a 28-bedded male medium secure forensic unit. The unit comprises of 2 wards, an acute assessment ward and also a rehabilitation-focused ward.
This role includes RSU Allowance of £1,446 per annum on top of your salary plus a recruitment incentive package for external applicants of £3,500 (terms and conditions apply)
Main duties of the job
1. To manage a varied and, at times, complex case load.
2. To provide occupational therapy that is evidence-based and follows client-centred principles. This will include assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating the outcome of interventions and documenting all stages of the process.
3. To provide leadership for junior/non-registered staff as appropriate to the post, through supervision and appraisal, delegating responsibilities as appropriate.
4. To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of the Occupational Therapy service within a designated area/team, holding responsibility and taking a leading role for defined projects or specialist interventions.
5. To participate effectively as a full member of the multi-disciplinary team.
6. To contribute to the maintenance and development of the trust-wide Occupational Therapy service and local multi-disciplinary team.
7. To actively participate in the education of occupational therapy students.
8. Pro-actively engaging in teaching/presentations of specialist skills both within the Trust and for continuing professional development events/activities.
About us
You will be part of a supportive and friendly team, working within a challenging yet rewarding environment. There are great opportunities for continued professional development.
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
9. Excellent opportunities for career progression
10. Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
11. 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
12. NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
13. Competitive pension scheme
14. Lease car scheme
15. Cycle to work scheme
16. Employee Assistance Programme
17. Mental Health First Aiders
18. Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
19. Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are an innovative service, developing and strengthening our provision to include a wide spectrum of interventions including sensory assessments, vocational opportunities, and links with the Recovery College.
For further information about this role please review the job description and person specification attached to this advert.
We would recommend you come for a visit or have an informal discussion about this opportunity including the distribution of hours to be worked, so please contact us on the details below to make any arrangements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
20. Professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
21. Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
Experience
Essential
22. Experience of working in mental health, as an Occupational Therapist preferably within a range of settings, including forensics
23. Extensive clinical experience including individual and group work
Skills
Essential
24. Effective written and verbal communication skills such as negotiating, motivating and supporting
25. Supervisory skills and/or appraisal skills