Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Under the guidance of a registered Occupational Therapist (OT) and Ward Manager, you will be expected to assist in the delivery of recreational activities within the service. Activities will be delivered one to one and through group work and may include creative, social and physical activities, the majority of which will be on the ward environment. We are looking for someone who can work flexibly; as well as working week days, you will also be required to work early evenings and weekends.
Ideally, you will have experience in mental health and have excellent problem solving, communication and organisational skills. You will also be instrumental in ensuring the service provides therapeutic benefit to all patients through meaningful activity, positive engagement and trauma informed approaches.
As part of the multi-disciplinary ward team (MDT), you will be developing intervention pathways and expanding our support for people from admission to discharge from the ward.
Main duties of the job
* To liaise with the ward MDT and the therapies team in the planning of recreational activities.
* To lead on recreational activities, working with groups of patients and patients on their own.
* Prepare craft and any other appropriate equipment before patients arrive.
* Maintain stocks of appropriate supplies for use in the activities provided; informing the ward manager of any shortages of stock or equipment needed.
* To develop rapport with patients to encourage their interests and skills, and actively involve them in deciding and planning their participation in activities.
* To be aware of individual patients' needs through communication with Occupational Therapy and ward MDT.
* To liaise with the wider multi-disciplinary team, including nursing, psychiatry, physiotherapy and dietetics in order to encourage collaboration with the therapeutic timetable.
* To look for opportunities to add volunteers to the group programme and provide guidance and support for volunteers to enable them to deliver activities effectively.
* To observe general behaviour, ability and response of patients to activities.
* To have an awareness of the situations that may make patients vulnerable or at risk.
* To report any concerns immediately to qualified staff.
* To respect patients' choices and confidentiality at all times.
* To record interventions in an agreed format.
* To ensure engagement and therapeutic observations are delivered in collaboration with the ward MDT.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who share our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including:
* Season Ticket Loans
* NHS discounts for staff
* Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
* Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
* The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
* Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment.
Job responsibilities
Administration:
* To be computer literate.
* To complete necessary case notes.
* To note any faulty equipment and inform qualified staff.
* To ensure work areas are kept clean and tidy.
Profession Specific Duties:
* Attend professional Occupational Therapy meetings as required.
* Attend ward MDT Meetings as required.
* To undertake annual appraisal and to contribute constructively to the supervision process.
* To comply with policies and agreed procedures for annual leave, sickness and time owing.
* Any other duties as delegated by your Director or Chief Executive commensurate with the responsibilities of this post.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
* NVQ level 3 or previous relevant experience
* Previous experience of working in the NHS
* Experience of working with people with mental health problems
Knowledge
* Knowledge of group planning
* Understanding of health and safety
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.
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