Band 5 Occupational Therapist - Solihull, West Midlands, United Kingdom - Birmingham & Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Description

The Intensive Community Rehabilitation Team (ICRT) are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic occupational therapist who is passionate about working with individuals living with complex mental health needs in the community. We are looking for compassionate, inclusive and committed individuals who can champion the recovery approach within the service.

You will work as part of an experienced multi-disciplinary team to offer rehabilitation to people within their own homes and supported accommodations in line with their interests and goals. This work may include delivering interventions around skills for daily living, overcoming barriers to motivation and social engagement and accessing leisure and employment opportunities.

Main duties of the job Occupational therapists in ICRT work within the framework of the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO), however as part of the MDT you will use lots of different assessment tools including the Dialog+ and team formulations. As well as working together within a whole team approach, you will have support from the team manager, who is an occupational therapist, as well as the opportunity to meet regularly with occupational therapists in the Steps 2 Recovery units for peer support.

The team is unique, as NHS and Birmingham MIND work in collaboration to support service users in maximising their independence and working towards recovery. There will be opportunity to develop leadership skills and as a new service, there will also be opportunities for involvement in the ongoing development of the service. About us Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you. Job description Job responsibilities For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification. Person Specification Qualification Essential

• Has HCPC registration as an occupational therapist

Desirable

• Has listed evidence of training post graduation, to include mandatory training but also evidence of additional training in clinical skills or leadership

Experience Essential

• Has experience of work within mental health settings or in a previous role where mental health awareness is evidenced.
• Application demonstrates some insight into the difficulties and needs of this client group and how OT may contribute to their recovery and rehabilitation

Desirable

• Application demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the role of OT with this client group and is able to communicate clearly issues for service users, carers, families.
• Evidence of detailed assessment skills, participation in team formulation and collaborative planning is clearly documented. Candidate is clear about role but willing to take a lead and responsibility where needed.
• Is able to describe support and supervision offered to colleagues, students of all professional groups and support staff

Personal skills and qualities Essential

• Is able to work independently with minimal supervision. Manages time effectively. This includes the necessary updating of all clinical records and reports in a timely manner and within Trust and National requirements.
• Accesses supervision and maintains links with all professional forums independently

Desirable

• Is able to use initiative and develop bespoke services within unit based on unit needs, in discussion with senior OT staff and team manager.
• Is able to demonstrate leadership skills, works well with others and demonstrates good communication skills based on self description

Employer details Employer name Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Address Hertford House

29 Old Warwick Road

Olton, Solihull

B92 7JQ Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply #J-18808-Ljbffr