Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Specialist Occupational Therapist to join Ruskin, our inpatient dementia assessment and treatment unit based at the Carleton Clinic in Carlisle.
Ruskin is an inpatient dementia assessment and treatment unit based at the Carleton Clinic in Carlisle. Ruskin has 15 beds and aims to provide a comprehensive and holistic assessment of the older person's physical, psychological, behavioural, social and spiritual needs through validated assessment tools and multidisciplinary working.
We are looking for a full-time or part-time applicant that is familiar with applying the Model of Human Occupation in practice and in supporting patients with complex needs to address their occupational issues.
The successful applicant will also be involved in supervising OT's and support staff and in supporting service improvements projects relating to aspects of care provision such as, Talk 1st and Triangle of Care.
The successful candidates will be expected to work some weekends and bank holidays to support the service need.
This is an exciting time to join the inpatient OT team as we continue to grow and develop, including a robust supervision structure, peer supervisions, team meetings and recent access to HEE funding to access various CPD training relevant to our role.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for the assessment and management of a caseload of service users who present with a variety of complex Occupational Therapy needs, diverse presentations and a range of mental health physical health, neurological conditions, cognitive and/or learning disabilities.
In partnership with the Service Users and Carers where appropriate, develop collaborative intervention plans, ensuring regular reviews to monitor progress and adapt as necessary.
To consider Carer needs and ensure Carer and family are involved in Care Planning where appropriate.
To deliver evidenced based Occupational therapy interventions.
The post holder will work as a member of the Multi-disciplinary Team ensuring that high quality individualised care is delivered which ensures safety and a commitment to promoting recovery and wellbeing and maximising independence.
Coordinate treatment planning & interventions, reviews and discharge planning.
Provide clinical supervision and leadership to staff as delegated by Clinical Lead.
To provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity.
To incorporate a client centred philosophy into clinical practice and client centred collaborative care
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 21st June 2024
Closing date : 18th July 2024
We welcome your application
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Recognised Occupational Therapy degree / qualification
- HCPC Registration
- Evidence of post-registration training in OT interventions relevant to the post
Desirable
- Member of Royal College of Occupational Therapy
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, HCPC and RCOT standards and other local and national initiatives
- Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of providing Occupational Therapy services
- Awareness of equal opportunities legislation and policies
- Experience of collaborative working across agencies and professional disciplines
- Proven ability to manage a clinical caseload in a flexible manner as required
- Experience of supervising students / non registered staff
Desirable
- Understanding of difficult to manage/challenging behaviours
- Undertaking Appraisals
- Coordinating and supporting staff in the day to day provision of clinical services
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex needs
- Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills
- Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E. Guidance).
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others)
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively with other professionals using a multi-agency approach
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team
- Effective time and case management skills
- Good conflict resolution skills
- Ability to adapt within a changing environment
Desirable
- Clinical Leadership
- Training & Induction of staff
- Delegation skills
- Debriefing skills
- Teaching / Presentation skills
Role/Team Specific Requirements
Essential
- Flexible and adaptive
- Ability to work under pressure
- Open and non-judgemental, anti-discriminatory approach to clinical, managerial and leadership roles
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Ability to meet the mobility and geographical requirements of the post
Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Friendly, outgoing, approachable, confident manner
- Innovative and creative
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.
Applications 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 .
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Carleton Clinic
Cumwhinton Drive
Carlisle
CA1 3SX