Occupational Therapist

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, Hag Fold, Wigan

Occupational Therapist

£30914

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, Hag Fold, Wigan

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 11 Jul | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: 2326f8fbe74c417f8fbee233f091179f

Location ref: Hag Fold, Wigan

Full Job Description

Are you a recently Occupational Therapist looking to embark on a rewarding career, where you are supported in everything you do? If so, join The Spinney in Atherton on a Fixed term contract to cover maternity leave for 6-9 months. This post is a part time position for 30 hours per week. Working alongside a dedicated team you will be working at a medium and low secure services providing specialist treatment programmes for service users who have been detained under the Mental Health Act (1983) and have a history of offending behaviour. You will be a part of an environment that has a strong emphasis on teamwork and will enjoy hands-on experience, receiving guidance and supervision from experienced healthcare professionals. You will have continuous access to a range of training opportunities to move your career forward. Under supervision, you will be responsible for planning and facilitating evidence-based group and individual programmes. You will create individual rapports with service, As an Occupational Therapist at The Spinney in Atherton, you will work under a fixed term contract covering maternity leave for 6-9 months. This is a part-time position requiring 30 hours per week. You will join a dedicated team in medium and low secure services, providing specialist treatment programmes to service users detained under the Mental Health Act (1983) with a history of offending behavior. The environment places a strong emphasis on teamwork, offering hands-on experience, guidance, and supervision from experienced healthcare professionals. The role includes continuous access to various training opportunities to help advance your career. Key responsibilities involve planning and facilitating evidence-based group and individual programmes, creating individual rapports with service users to empower recovery, and ensuring maintenance of contemporaneous, written, and electronic records following professional standards., Are you a recently Occupational Therapist looking to embark on a rewarding career, where you are supported in everything you do? If so, join The Spinney in Atherton on a Fixed term contract to cover maternity leave for 6-9 months. This post is a part time position for 30 hours per week. Working alongside a dedicated team you will be working at a medium and low secure services providing specialist treatment programmes for service users who have been detained under the Mental Health Act (1983) and have a history of offending behaviour. You will be a part of an environment that has a strong emphasis on teamwork and will enjoy hands-on experience, receiving guidance and supervision from experienced healthcare professionals. You will have continuous access to a range of training opportunities to move your career forward. Under supervision, you will be responsible for planning and facilitating evidence-based group and individual programmes. You will create individual rapports with service users to empower recovery. A range of training opportunities are available that can see your career grow and you achieve your career aspirations As an Occupational Therapist you will be:

  • Providing comprehensive OT assessments.
  • Under supervision, planning and reviewing OT treatment programmes.
  • Under supervision, identifying and actioning referrals both in-house, including support staff, and to external agencies
  • Supporting the planning, evaluation, and audit of practices, clinical pathways and protocols at The Spinney
  • Ensuring that contemporaneous, written and electronic records and activity data are maintained following professional and services standards.

    A Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
  • A UK HCPC registration or applied for
  • Evidence of ability to research, plan, implement and evaluate a project for specific groups
  • Effective written/verbal communication skills, Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy, UK HCPC registration or applied for, evidence of ability to research, plan, implement and evaluate a project for specific groups, effective written/verbal communication skills.

    Elysium Healthcare is a large and established healthcare provider with over 8,000 employees, offering a range of services across England and Wales. Their offerings cover Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, providing opportunities for employees to grow and transition across various disciplines and locations. Being part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium Healthcare connects into a vast global network extending across 10 countries, employing over 86,000 people worldwide. They commit to inclusivity and accessible recruitment, being a Disability Confident employer. Elysium follows safer recruitment practices with a focus on promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users, requiring all candidates to undergo a DBS disclosure., Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
  • Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

    At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
  • Annual base salary of £30,914 pro rata
  • The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) - plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
  • Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
  • Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
  • Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
  • Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
  • Stream - instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
  • 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
  • Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
  • Pension contribution, to help secure your future
  • Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/occupational-therapist-127099984