Occupational Therapy Assistant Poole, England
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Full-Time Band 4 Occupational Therapy Assistant (37.5hrs) to work within Dorset Forensic Service as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing input into a 12 bedded low secure inpatient unit. The successful applicant will join an already established Forensic Occupational Therapy Service, which aims to provide assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and aftercare to patients with a mental disorder and associated offending behaviour, whilst being committed to clinical excellence and the provision of high quality evidence based intervention.
We are seeking to recruit a motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant who has experience in working with people from a range of diverse social and ethnic backgrounds. Applicants must demonstrate a genuine desire to work in forensic mental health and commit to delivering the highest quality of patient centred care using national quality standards and evidence-based practice.
We require someone who is flexible and approachable. Effective communication skills, time management and organisational skills are essential, as is the ability to work well with all members of the multi-disciplinary team. The successful applicant will be required to drive to work related appointments and transport patients to support their recovery and rehabilitation.
To plan and facilitate inpatient occupational therapy led groups and 1:1 activities, tailored to the patient group within the framework laid down by the Occupational Therapists.
To implement and evaluate delegated occupational therapy interventions for service users in activities relating to their treatment programme.
To support patients transitioning from secure inpatient care into the community using both 1:1 and group work.
To assist occupational therapists with the delivery of care, and demonstrate to support staff regarding occupational therapy interventions.
To carry out administrative duties within the occupational therapy department including taking full responsibility for designated tasks.
To liaise with other members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure effective delivery of occupational therapy.
To enhance their own clinical and organisational skills to meet the needs of patients and the organisation.
To order therapeutic related supplies and equipment.
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do [email protected]
