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    Specialist Occupational Therapist - London, United Kingdom - Cygnet Health Care

    Cygnet Health Care
    Cygnet Health Care London, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Job summary

    Are you a confident Band 6 who would like to develop clinical skills working with emotionally unstable personality disorder patients (Tier 4 Personality Disorder ward)?

    We are seeking an exceptional OT for this specialism.

    Post: Specialist (Band 6) Occupational Therapist

    Base: Cygnet Hospital Beckton (Female Personality Disorder) New Dawn Ward.

    Responsible for: The post holder will be responsible for the 18 beds on New Dawn ward and the supervision of the ward occupational therapy assistant.

    Responsible to: Head OT (based at Cygnet Hospital Beckton) and Regional OT (based at Cygnet Hospital Churchill)

    Hours: hours per week, Monday to Friday between 9am-5pm

    Location: Cygnet Hospital Beckton, 23 Tunnan Leys, Beckton, London, E6 6ZB

    Join our supportive friendly multi-disciplinary team in the London Borough of Newham and make an application today.

    For an informal discussion about the role please contact Head OT Jennifer Beal at JenniferB, or our Specialist Recruiter Alma Matei at AlmaM

    Main duties of the job

    New Dawn Ward at Cygnet Hospital Beckton is an 18-bed specialist Tier 4 Personality Disorder service. Women can be admitted to New Dawn if they have a diagnosis of personality disorder, exhibit self-harming behaviour and are able to accept the need for help.

    Service users can be informal or detained under the Mental Health Act. The service is structured so that there are two distinct areas in the ward aligned with the care pathway: pre-engagement and engagement.

    Following admission, a 12 week assessment period is undertaken to establish needs and determine the appropriate treatment completion of the 12 weeks assessment, a clear pathway will be formulated with the service user and discussed in their first CPA (Care Programme Approach) meeting.

    As an Occupational Therapist, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team and provide direct clinical care which will encompass occupational therapy assessments, treatment and management of patients within the service.

    In this role you will assess, implement and develop an occupational therapy treatment programme according to service users diagnosis and identified needs. This will be based upon findings from assessments including associated risks, in order to develop treatment plans accordingly. This will involve access to both onsite and community resources.

    About us

    Cygnet was established in 1988. Across our 11 different service lines, we have evidence-based established models of care to ensure we provide the highest quality care and support.

    Our dedicated and expert teams of over employees, support over 2800 individuals in a range of services across England, Scotland and Wales. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care, through co-production, recovery and rehabilitation.

    With over 150 Occupational Therapists, we work together as a large team providing support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Are you a confident Band 6 who would like to develop clinical skills working with emotionally unstable personality disorder patients (Tier 4 Personality Disorder ward)?

    We are seeking an exceptional OT for this specialism.

    Post: Specialist (Band 6) Occupational Therapist

    Base: Cygnet Hospital Beckton (Female Personality Disorder) New Dawn Ward.

    Responsible for: The post holder will be responsible for the 18 beds on New Dawn ward and the supervision of the ward occupational therapy assistant.

    Responsible to: Head OT (based at Cygnet Hospital Beckton) and Regional OT (based at Cygnet Hospital Churchill)

    Hours: hours per week, Monday to Friday between 9am-5pm

    Location: Cygnet Hospital Beckton, 23 Tunnan Leys, Beckton, London, E6 6ZB

    Join our supportive friendly multi-disciplinary team in the London Borough of Newham and make an application today.

    For an informal discussion about the role please contact Head OT Jennifer B, or our Specialist Recruiter Alma Matei AlmaM

    With over 150 OTs in the company, we also work together as a large team providing support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups and become involved in service development.

    Overview of site/Ward:

    New Dawn Ward at Cygnet Hospital Beckton isan18-bed specialist Tier 4 Personality Disorder can be admitted to New Dawn if they have a diagnosis of personality disorder, exhibit self-harming behaviour and are able to accept the need for help. Service users can be informal or detained under the Mental Health Act.

    The service is structured so that there are two distinct areas in the ward aligned with the care pathway; pre-engagement and engagement. Following admission, a 12 week assessment period is undertaken to establish needs and determine the appropriate treatment pathway. Upon completion of the 12 weeks assessment, a clear pathway will be formulated with the service user and discussed in their first CPA (Care Programme Approach) meeting.

    As an Occupational Therapist, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team and provide direct clinical care which will encompass occupational therapy assessments, treatment and management of patients within the service.

    In this role you will assess, implement and develop an occupational therapy treatment programme according to service users diagnosis and identified needs. This will be based upon findings from assessments including associated risks, in order to develop treatment plans accordingly. This will involve access to both onsite and community resources.

    5 reasons why you should make an application today

  • We care passionately about the people in our services and the staff who support them.
  • Career pathway progression within the company to support your development and skills.
  • You will be a part of a wider OT service which consists of Cygnet Hospital Beckton, Cygnet Hospital Blackheath and Cygnet Lodge Lewisham. In addition to being part of the OT Team, you will be a valued member of the multi-disciplinary team (including medical, nursing, psychology, social work) but you will also have the opportunity to work autonomously.
  • National networks of over 150 OTs in the Cygnet Group within different specialisms including Forensic Practice, LD and ASD, Acute mental health, PICU, and inpatient CAMHS.
  • A bustling London location with great public transport links, community links, beautiful parks and historical landmarks such as the Greenwich Royal Observatory or the Cutty Sark.

    • The Successful Candidate should be/have:

  • A registered Occupational Therapist with the HCPC (Health Care Professions Council)
  • Experienced in the field of adult mental health
  • Working as a Band 5 or Band 6 OT
  • An understanding of Occupational Therapy process/interventions and can take a hands on approach
  • Able to effectively lead a team with support from the Deputy Head OT
  • Excellent communication, organised and time management skills
  • Passionate about student education
  • Demonstrate confident IT skills

    • In return we will offer you:

  • A competitive salary £44,170 £46,613 per year(DOE)
  • Opportunities for CPD and to undertake further learning and development. For example: Leaders
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