- Support a caseload of older adults with mental health problems, using evidence-based, client-centered principles to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and occupational therapy interventions.
- Provide support and advice to carers.
- Contribute within the wider MDT in the development of clear care pathways regarding support, care and treatment of older adults with mental health problems.
- Support student placements
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts Person Specification
- Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy
- Registration with the Health Care Professionals Council
- Broad range of clinical experience gained through student placements or post graduate experience.
- Experience of working with clients with complex needs
- Experience of effective team working
- Experience of working with an older adult client group
- Experience of working within mental health services
- Understanding /experience of working within a community setting
- Demonstrate learning about all the professions within the team
- Knowledge of a range of conditions and their management achieved through experience or study
- understanding of the frameworks/ procedures used within Mental Health Services
Occupational Therapist Band 5-6 progression post - Salford, United Kingdom - Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT
Description
Job summary
A brand-new vacancy has arisen, for a keen and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our warm and friendly Older Adult Community Mental Health team. We are looking for Occupational Therapists who are newly qualified, or have existing experience as a Band 5 and are looking to develop their knowledge, skill and experience, in a supportive environment, with a strong and clear Occupational Therapy ethos. We also welcome applicants who are already practicing at Band 6 level but are looking for something new and exciting.
Main duties of the job
As this is a progression post the successful candidate will be working towards:
The post holder will hold a caseload of service users whose needs are around Occupational identity, performance and participation. You will provide assessment and intervention aimed at improving these areas in order for the service users to live the lives they want and need.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
Full details of role and responsibility can be found in the attached job description and person specification.
Staff benefits
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable