Job SummaryAre you someone looking to start a career in one of the UKs most respected mental health trusts?
Would you like to do a job that makes a difference every day?
We are looking for a Senior Occupational Therapist to join Secure Services at Langdon Hospital.
Secure Services
We have 2 Local Delivery Units (LDUs) at various locations across South Devon including our Inpatient, Community Forensic and Criminal Justice Services as well as our Prison Mental Health Teams.
The Directorate supports people who, as a result of their mental health issues, have had contact with the legal system and need a safe and secure environment that enables them to receive a wide range of treatments, therapies and care to help them recover. This includes contact within Liaison and Diversion services; assessment and treatment within our 3 Devon prisons; secure inpatient care and discharge into the community.
Main duties of the jobAre you an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapist looking for an opportunity to grow and develop?
If so, join Langdon Hospital which provides medium and low secure care for men aged 18 years and over who are experiencing mental illness.
You will be instrumental in promoting health and independence by delivering high quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions, along with providing clinical leadership, supervision, and consultation to the wider multidisciplinary team.
You will be key in demonstrating highly specialist expertise and specialist occupational therapy skills in areas such as occupational engagement, environmental adaption, development and maintenance of skills needed for meaningful participation.
You will also have experience in managing a designated caseload using theoretical and practical experience, completing assessments, planning, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans.
The role is dynamic and challenging. We will support you to learn the skills you need to thrive in the role. We will offer you the training and development support you need to begin a fulfilling career. In return, you will need to be motivated, flexible and eager to learn.
About UsAbout Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our valuesWe not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Job Purpose- Support the development and delivery of an evidence based Occupational Therapy service within Langdon Hospital.
- Lead and supervise the Occupational Therapy staff, including preceptees and students on Clinical Practice Placement.
- Contribute to the development of the Forensic Occupational Therapy service within Langdon Hospital as directed by the OT Manager.
- Manage a clinical caseload and contribute to the clinical leadership team as part of wider OT service.
- Support with quality improvement projects within the service.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesCommunication and Working Relationship Skills- Develop and maintain effective communication and professional relationships with service users, MDT members, carers, OT colleagues and other agencies.
- Communicate complex and/or sensitive information consistent with recipients level of understanding, culture and background.
- Work with service users and the multidisciplinary teams to make decisions in regard to service users rehabilitation programmes and clinical risk assessment.
Analytical and Judgemental Skills- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance, professional and ethical issues.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries.
- Ability to assess and interpret complex fact or situations requiring analysis, interpretation or comparison of a range of options.
Planning and Organisational Skills- Responsible for organising and planning own designated caseload, supporting junior staff and working with managers on service development.
- Oversite of the Occupational Therapy Programme within the unit. Effective use of resources within designated area and delegating to support staff as appropriate.
- Support with team meetings and contribute to service planning and management of operational issues as appropriate.
- The post holder will be expected to be aware of, to understand and adhere to the security policies and procedures in place for their area of responsibility with regard for the safety and wellbeing of patients, staff and visitors.
Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment and Therapy- Undertake Occupational Therapy assessments for a caseload identified in collaboration with the Multi-Disciplinary Team, addressing occupational performance and skills deficits and Occupational needs.
- Supporting colleagues to develop skills and assessments.
- Plan and implement individual and/or group Occupational Therapy interventions in collaboration with the service users, and enable service users skills development through the implementation and use of occupational therapy knowledge and skills.
- Participate in audits to ensure that accurate, up to date written and electronic records and activity data are maintained in accordance with professional and Trust standards and ensuring all staff they line manage follow the same principles and processes.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of planned interventions in order to measure progress and make any necessary relevant modifications.
Responsibility for Policy and Service Development Implementation- Review and reflect on own practice and performance through effective use of clinical and management supervision and appraisal as per Departmental and Trust Policy.
- Engage in core clinical governance activities by contributing to the planning, evaluation and audit of practice, clinical pathways and protocols within designated area.
- Responsible for maintaining own competency to practice at Band 6 Occupational Therapy through CPD activities and to maintain an up to date portfolio which reflects personal development, knowledge of current techniques and approaches in Occupational Therapy.
- Contribute in the delivery of the Occupational Therapy service development plan.
- Comply with Trust, service and Occupational Therapy team policies and standards at all times.
- Network with peers to maintain professional links across the Trust.
Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources- Report any issues of health, safety and safeguarding to the Occupational Therapy lead / clinical team manager, following Trust guidelines and policies.
- Order/monitor and maintain any stock requirements in liaison with the Lead Occupational Therapist / Clinical team manager.
- Undertake management of petty cash transactions as per Trust Financial Standing Orders/Procedures and Occupational Therapy service policy.
Responsibility for Human Resources, e.g. Supervision, Training, HR Advice and Management- Provide clinical supervision and preceptorship for Band 5 OTs and support staff when required and act as fieldwork educator for OT students as requested by the Lead OT.
- Assist with the induction of new staff, students and staff training as appropriate.
- Allocate work appropriately, contribute to training and annual appraisal of Band 5 OTs.
Responsibility for Information Resources and Administrative Duties- Responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records.
- Carry out administrative duties in relation to service provision.
Responsibility for Research and Development- Assist with departmental/service audits as required.
- Undertake data collection and assist with validation exercises for all aspects of the service.
- Collate statistical information relating to service user related activity undertaken.
- Assist with research and development activities as requested.
Freedom to Act- Works as an autonomous practitioner within COT code of practice and local guidelines.
- Responsible for ensuring quality and standards of band 5 OTs.
- Attend regular supervision from OT manager.
Any Other Specific Tasks Required- Ensure that statutory training associated with the post is undertaken.
- Participate in own clinical supervision and PDR.
- Deputise for the OT manager as required.
Review of this Job DescriptionThis job description is intended as an outline indicator of general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing service needs. This job description is to be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder on an annual basis.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- BSc Hons Degree in Occupational Therapy or Diploma from RCOT - HCPC Registration
- Evidence of Post Graduate Courses, on-going training and development in theory and practice in mental health OT.
Desirable- APPLE or equivalent Practice Educator accreditation.
ExperienceEssential- Experience of providing clinical supervision for qualified and/or support staff
- Understanding of current challenges within secure mental health services, clinical governance issues, practice education and implications for Occupational Therapy.
- Application of health and safety and risk management policies.
- Awareness of the implications of long-term institutional care.
- Understanding of team dynamics and how to manage conflict.
Desirable- Demonstrable Occupational Therapy experience at Band 5, minimum 2 years.
- Application of HR management policies.
KnowledgeEssential- Comprehensive understanding of the application of the Occupational Therapy Process.
- Use of standardised /functional assessment and activity analysis.
- Clear understanding of core Occupational Therapy skills.
- Awareness of legal restraints impacting on the rehabilitation of mentally disordered offenders.
- Good working knowledge of health legislation and current practice including CPA and risk assessment and management.
Skills & AbilitiesEssential- Communication and Working Relationship Skills
- Computer Literacy.
- Training and presentation skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Group work skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, such as the ability to have difficult conversations
Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 
