NHS
Occupational Therapist
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Job Description
- Req#: B9816-450-2?language=en&page=37&sort=publicationDateDesc
- Ability to demonstrate maintenance of CPD and ongoing learning.
- Evidence of developed communication skills. Able to communicate effectively with a range of people on a range of matters in a form that is appropriate to them and the situation
- Evidence of ability to meet changes in service needs
- Evidence of ability to chair meetings/discussions and make constructive comments
- Evidence of an interest and enthusiasm for working with this client group
- Ability to transport self to a variety of locations to meet the needs of service users.
- Full, clear driving license and use of a car.
- A working knowledge of CPA, current practice in mental health, risk assessment and management.
- Knowledge of safe working practices.
- Knowledge of a range of theories/models underpinning Occupational Therapy clinical practice.
- Knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation and guidance.
- Knowledge of audit processes
- Knowledge of a range of approaches used in mental health practice e.g. Person Centred Care; PSI and CBT
- Awareness of current research relevant to the field Interview.
- Professional portfolio.
- Knowledge of audit processes
- Knowledge of a range of approaches used in mental health practice e.g. Person Centred Care; PSI and CBT
- Awareness of current research relevant to the field.
- Minimum of 2 years POST registration experience working with people with functional mental health problems and/or cognitive impairment.
- Knowledge of OT Theory, models of practice relevant to post
- Experience of working in a multi disciplinary team
- Experience of effective caseload management
- Experience of liaising with other teams or services e.g. GPs, Voluntary sector services, Care Management
- Experience of managing staff and students.
- Experience of working in a team setting.
- Experience in service development and implementation.
- Experience of presenting at professional forums.
- Experience of audit and service user involvement
- Experience of taking part in recruitment and selection processes
- Application form.
- Interview.
- Reference.
- Professional Portfolio.
- Experience in service development and implementation.
- Experience of presenting at professional forums.
- Experience of audit and service user involvement
- Experience of taking part in recruitment and selection processes
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
- State registration with HPC.
- Have specialist knowledge and training in SMI, gained through post registration experience and specific training and apply this specialist knowledge when delivering care to service users.
- Post-basic education in mental health practice relevant to the practice area
- Practice Educator qualification (APPLE).
- Ability to demonstrate maintenance of CPD and ongoing learning.
- Evidence of developed communication skills. Able to communicate effectively with a range of people on a range of matters in a form that is appropriate to them and the situation
- Evidence of ability to meet changes in service needs
- Evidence of ability to chair meetings/discussions and make constructive comments
- Evidence of an interest and enthusiasm for working with this client group
- Ability to transport self to a variety of locations to meet the needs of service users.
- Full, clear driving license and use of a car.
- A working knowledge of CPA, current practice in mental health, risk assessment and management.
- Knowledge of safe working practices.
- Knowledge of a range of theories/models underpinning Occupational Therapy clinical practice.
- Knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation and guidance.
- Knowledge of audit processes
- Knowledge of a range of approaches used in mental health practice e.g. Person Centred Care; PSI and CBT
- Awareness of current research relevant to the field Interview.
- Professional portfolio.
- Knowledge of audit processes
- Knowledge of a range of approaches used in mental health practice e.g. Person Centred Care; PSI and CBT
- Awareness of current research relevant to the field.
- Minimum of 2 years POST registration experience working with people with functional mental health problems and/or cognitive impairment.
- Knowledge of OT Theory, models of practice relevant to post
- Experience of working in a multi disciplinary team
- Experience of effective caseload management
- Experience of liaising with other teams or services e.g. GPs, Voluntary sector services, Care Management
- Experience of managing staff and students.
- Experience of working in a team setting.
- Experience in service development and implementation.
- Experience of presenting at professional forums.
- Experience of audit and service user involvement
- Experience of taking part in recruitment and selection processes
- Application form.
- Interview.
- Reference.
- Professional Portfolio.
- Experience in service development and implementation.
- Experience of presenting at professional forums.
- Experience of audit and service user involvement
- Experience of taking part in recruitment and selection processes
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
- State registration with HPC.
- Have specialist knowledge and training in SMI, gained through post registration experience and specific training and apply this specialist knowledge when delivering care to service users.
- Post-basic education in mental health practice relevant to the practice area
- Practice Educator qualification (APPLE).
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to work in the Navigo Rehabilitation Team who are dedicated to supporting individuals in mental health rehabilitation, promoting empowerment and independence.
We use a variety of approaches to enable service users to improve their independence, safety and quality of life. From working with individuals residing at Hope Court (community rehabilitation unit) and Brocklesby Lodge (inpatient rehabilitation) as well as in their own homes to provide practical and educational support and compensatory strategies to enable them to do what they need, want and like to do. We create plans with people to support them to achieve their goals and aspirations.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will directly line manage the rehabilitation Therapy team, as well as be directly involved in the assessment and delivery of identified occupational needs of the individuals using the service.
You will be expected to:
Hold a caseload in which you will be expected to manage autonomously and using prioritisation skills to ensure people are seen in a timely manner to appropriately manage any risks.
Assess, develop, implement and evaluate OT care plans using a person centred approach with individuals using the service.
Liaise and effectively communicate with all people involved in an individual's care, including consultants, AC/RC, social workers, nurses, Assistant Practitioners, carers and family members.
Promote and develop innovative and creative ways of working using the resources available to achieve the possible care and outcomes.
About us
Hello!
We are Navigo. We look after North East Lincolnshire's mental health and well-being, an award-winning social enterprise that provides mental health services to the NHS and beyond.
The whole basis of our work is to deliver services that we would be happy for our own family to use.
We offer a range of mental health services, including acute and community facilities as well as specialist support such as outstanding older adults inpatient services, rehabilitation and recovery community mental health and an outstanding specialist eating disorder facility.
Ranked as one of the top UK companies to work for, we feature in the Best Companies top 100 large company list.
As a social enterprise, we do things a little bit differently and have also developed income-generating commercially viable businesses that provide training, education and employment opportunities including Grimsby Garden Centre.
Working at Navigo is not like working anywhere else. Lots of places say that, but we really mean it.
We like to work with forward-thinking people who want to make a difference.
Come and Join us !
Please note: Whilst we value all applications, if we believe an application to be AI generated, we will use a checking tool and may reject any application that has been automatically generated.
Should you require any assistance in completing this application due to a disability or other needs please contact navigo.recruitment@nhs.net
Date posted
02 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
B9816-450-2
Job locations
Springboard (& other Rehab locations)
Cromwell Road
Grimsby
DN37 9LN
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
To be responsible for coordinating and developing the rehabilitation OT service under the supervision of the OT Clinical Lead
To autonomously manage and deliver an effective, evidence based occupational therapy (OT) service to people diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness/ mental health problem who are resident within the locality and in receipt of rehabilitation services.
To be responsible for specialist OT assessment, developing, implementing and evaluating therapy plans using a person-centred approach and incorporating the Recovery Star.
To provide supervision for junior OT staff within the rehabilitation service.
To educate, advise and recommend appropriate person-centred activity programmes which will enhance service users quality of life and participation in meaningful activities.
As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, be involved in liaising and effectively communicating with all relevant parties.
To promote innovative and creative ways of working with service users/carers with complex needs.
Effectively manage the resources available to achieve the best possible care and outcomes for service users
Create a stimulating and productive working and learning environment for themselves, colleagues and students
Job responsibilities
To be responsible for coordinating and developing the rehabilitation OT service under the supervision of the OT Clinical Lead
To autonomously manage and deliver an effective, evidence based occupational therapy (OT) service to people diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness/ mental health problem who are resident within the locality and in receipt of rehabilitation services.
To be responsible for specialist OT assessment, developing, implementing and evaluating therapy plans using a person-centred approach and incorporating the Recovery Star.
To provide supervision for junior OT staff within the rehabilitation service.
To educate, advise and recommend appropriate person-centred activity programmes which will enhance service users quality of life and participation in meaningful activities.
As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, be involved in liaising and effectively communicating with all relevant parties.
To promote innovative and creative ways of working with service users/carers with complex needs.
Effectively manage the resources available to achieve the best possible care and outcomes for service users
Create a stimulating and productive working and learning environment for themselves, colleagues and students
Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Additional Requirements
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Knowledge
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Experience
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Qualifications
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Additional Requirements
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Knowledge
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Experience
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Qualifications
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Additional informationDisclosure 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
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
Navigo Health and Social Care CIC
Address
Springboard (& other Rehab locations)
Cromwell Road
Grimsby
DN37 9LN
Employer's website
https://navigocare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Navigo Health and Social Care CIC
Address
Springboard (& other Rehab locations)
Cromwell Road
Grimsby
DN37 9LN
Employer's website
https://navigocare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.