We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our new Review Team.

We are excited to announce the development of new roles within GMMH Manchester. We are a small team of Social Workers, Occupational Therapists and Registered Mental Health Nurses who review individuals who have funded packages of care. Where appropriate the team will look at lesser supportive packages to enable increased independence

Main duties of the job

Completing reviews of packages of care funded by Manchester City Council and Manchester Integrated Board.

Facilitating move on from funded placements where appropriate.

Working in a strengths based way so independence is promoted and resources maximised.

Working in according with key legislation eg Care Act (2014), Mental Health Act (1983), Mental Capacity Act (2005) and Human Right Act (1998).

Developing relationships with key stakeholders

Using distinct skill set of professional group to promote recovery and step people through funded support.

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Job description

Job responsibilities

See attached detailed job description and person specification:

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Working in a multi disciplinary team
• Knowledge of key legislations

Knowledge

Essential

• Risk assessment and formulation

Desirable

• Knowledge of Provider Market

Employer details

Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT

Address

Chorlton House

70 Manchester Road

Manchester

M21 9UN



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