Specialist Occupational Therapist

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our motivated and enthusiastic team, delivering high-quality care within the Dementia Home Treatment Team South The DHTT provides specialist support for individuals their families and carers during a period of crisis. You will play a key role in supporting patients through the crisis period, helping them improve quality of life. This role includes

• Working as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team delivering person-centred rehabilitation
• Contributing to service development alongside a Powys wide Community Mental Health Services .
Occupational Therapy is a highly valued service, as a team we are deeply committed to delivering safe, effective and personalised care, underpinned by robust clinical governance., The post holder will provide a specialist OT Service within a designated area for Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB), responsible for: Managing a caseload of clients with complex needs, using evidence based/client centred principles to assess, plan implement and evaluate interventions. Provide leadership for junior staff through supervision and appraisal. Participate in the planning, development and evaluation of Occupational Therapy services within a designated area/team, holding responsibility for defined projects. Contribute to the maintenance and development of Powys Teaching Health Board Occupational Therapy Service. Regularly supervise Occupational Therapy students on practice placements. Deputise for Team Leader when necessary. Work flexible across locality to meet the service needs. Provide cover in other areas/specialities as appropriate and within competencies. Provide a flexible service in locations most appropriate to patient's needs. Allocate work to support staff, at all times monitoring their skills and competencies.

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation. As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.