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Job Description
To be responsible for the Occupational Therapy service within CAMHS Tier 4 inpatient Service on an individual and group basis to children, young people (age 0 - 18 years) and their families who have been referred for occupational therapy within the CAMHS service. Facilitating the recovery journey through OT specialist input.
To work flexibly to provide an Occupational Therapy service within CAMHS Tier 4 inpatient Service.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Main duties of the job
Provide specialist OT involvement using evidence-based client centredprinciples to assess, plan, implement and evaluate intervention with peoplewith complex Mental Health needs and their families/carers.
To be responsible for the planning, developing and evaluating of theOccupational Therapy provision. Working in close liaison with othermanagers and lead clinicians within CAMHS Tier 4 inpatient Service.
To promote the maintenance of functional independence in self-care,productivity and leisure, through the use of activity.
To participate in implementation of best practice and servicedevelopment, particularly embedding principles of the RecoveryAgenda into service delivery.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership withThe Princes Trustto support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Information Technology
Essential
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
Desirable
Employer details
Employer name
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pebble Lodge
49 Alumhurst Road
Bournemouth
BH4 8EW
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
152-M100.24
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To work flexibly to provide an Occupational Therapy service within CAMHS Tier 4 inpatient Service.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Main duties of the job
Provide specialist OT involvement using evidence-based client centredprinciples to assess, plan, implement and evaluate intervention with peoplewith complex Mental Health needs and their families/carers.
To be responsible for the planning, developing and evaluating of theOccupational Therapy provision. Working in close liaison with othermanagers and lead clinicians within CAMHS Tier 4 inpatient Service.
To promote the maintenance of functional independence in self-care,productivity and leisure, through the use of activity.
To participate in implementation of best practice and servicedevelopment, particularly embedding principles of the RecoveryAgenda into service delivery.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership withThe Princes Trustto support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Registration with one's relevant OT professional body (HCPC registration)
- Evidence of further education or continuous professional development.
Information Technology
Essential
- Ability to use Trust IT systems including e-mail and electronic clinical records
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience as a qualified OT at band 6 level or equivalent
- Broad experience of working with clients with a range of mental health problems
- Experience of supervising staff and students
- Experience of both group and individual work
- Experience with Looked after and Adopted children
- Multi-agency working experience
- Research experience - undertaken or assisted in clinical research within Mental Health or experience with clinical audit, quality improvement
Desirable
- Experience of multidisciplinary working
Employer details
Employer name
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pebble Lodge
49 Alumhurst Road
Bournemouth
BH4 8EW
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
152-M100.24