Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Band 3 OT Assistant - The Barberry
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Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Position
Overview
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) position in the highly specialised inpatient eating disorder service based at the Barberry [Cilantro].
Responsibilities
- Work alongside the qualified occupational therapist in facilitating group and 1-1 sessions.
- Hours would predominantly be 8.30 - 4.30 Monday to Friday but with some occasional requirement to work flexibly either on the weekend or evening to support activity provision.
- Work as a key member of the team, closely with the ward Occupational Therapist to deliver the OT service.
- Deliver OT assessments and interventions which may be in the format of group or 1-1 work.
- Work with the therapy team in delivering or co-facilitating elements of the group programme.
- This will include meaningful activity to promote the health, wellbeing and functional abilities of patients on the ward, as part of their overall multidisciplinary care plan.
- Demonstrate adherence to the Trust Values and operating as a member of the team, service, and organisation.
- Work on the unit and with individuals accessing local community resources which supports the use of activity to aid recovery and enable a timely and sustained discharge.
- Demonstrate enthusiasm for working in this very specialised area.
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Requirements
- The role will require working under the direction of the qualified OT in the provision of elements of the OT process including assessments and interventions.
- Plan, prepare, and facilitate elements of the therapeutic group programme under the direction of the OT and therapy team.
Benefits
- A range of training and development opportunities linked to your personal development plan.
- Access to a network of OTs and other allied health professionals (AHPs) within acute services and across our organisation.
- Opportunity to be involved in shaping the services of the future.
About Us
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing, and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
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Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive, and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Clare Hooper
- Job title: Lead OT for Specialty services
- Email address: clare.hooper2@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 0121 3012190
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