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Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Occupational Therapist (Older People, Community)

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Chesterfield, Missouri, United States, 63005

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Occupational Therapist (Older People, Community) Fantastic opportunity for newly a qualified Occupational Therapist or an Occupational therapist who is keen for a new challenge.

Have you considered a challenging but rewarding job working with a diverse range of people; being involved closely with families, advocating for the needs of others and working with an amazing team?

Then this opportunity is absolutely for you!

An exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Community Occupational Therapist has become available in Chesterfield Older Adult Community Mental Health Team.

Main duties of the job We are an experienced and professional team, dedicated to the goal of providing excellent care for the Older Adult population in Central Chesterfield.

As a team, we are a friendly and supportive; ensuring that we operate with professionalism and inclusivity.

Due to the geographical area this post covers, the post holder will need to demonstrate that they can travel by car within the area.

Work with Service Users with both functional and organic illnesses, with the full support of the MDT.

Carry a caseload of patients with varying needs.

Use excellent OT assessment skills, risk management skills and communication skills; working towards building therapeutic relationships with both Service Users and their families/carers.

Work as part of a knowledgeable, supportive and forward-thinking team who are committed to supporting and guiding learning and development.

Work closely with our Voluntary Partners and Primary Care.

the post holder will receive regular Clinical, Managerial and Peer supervision and access a wide range of development opportunities. Supervision will also be provided from the OT Clinical Leads.

We welcome applications fromnewly-qualified Occupational Therapists and offer support and guidance and an excellent Preceptorship programme.

Have the peace of mind of knowing the Trust operates a fair and equitable mileage expenses scheme.

About us Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.

CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the Trust."

Benefits include:

Commitment to flexible working where this is possible

27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service

Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training

Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits

Health service discounts and online benefits

Incremental pay progression

Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7

Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network

Health and wellbeing opportunities

Structured learning and development opportunities

Job responsibilities Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account

Derbyshire Healthcare is committed to supporting flexible working and there are lots of opportunities for Occupational Therapy Continuing Professional Development.

Person Specification Qualifications

HCPC-Registered Occupational Therapist

Degree/diploma in Occupational Therapy

Membership of OT professional body and/or special interest group

Post-graduate training relevant to specialist area

L'APPLE accreditation

Skills

Ability to apply core OT skills in a mental health setting, including carrying out occupational assessments and setting occupational goals.

Well-developed motivational and negotiating skills

Ability to build effective working relationships

Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities

Skills in applying evidence-based practice.

Knowledge/Experience

Experience of working with dementia and/or cognitive impairment

Experience of working with people who have severe and enduring needs

Knowledge and application of theoretical models of practice

Understanding of Mental Health conditions and treatment models

Knowledge of the principles or risk assessment and risk management

Experience working with older adults

Knowledge of legislation relevant to Mental Health and Specialist practice where appropriate

Evidence of service user and carer involvement activity

Evidence of partnership working

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.

£31,049 to £37,796 a yearper annum, pro rata

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