We are looking for two dynamic, experienced and enthusiastic Occupational Therapists to join our strong and progressive specialistmulti-disciplinary Adult Learning Disability Team in the Ashford Canterbury and Coastal locality. We have a full time and part-timeposition available.We are a community-based team who work closely alongside local authority and specialist mental health services to support adultswith Learning Disabilities and complex needs.This is an excellent opportunity to work in an extremely rewarding specialist area where you will use your Occupational Therapy skillsto manage a complex clinical caseload within a well-established and friendly team.We believe in treating the whole person not just the condition, so we provide flexible and holistic care in a range of communitysettings.

Main duties of the job

The KCHFT learning disability team uses a positive multi-disciplinary model to provide direct specialist clinical expertise,behavioural and engagement support and access to developmental opportunities to people with learning disabilities and theirfamilies and carers. We also facilitate reasonable adjustments to enable people to access mainstream healthcare services wherethese best meet their health needs. The multi-disciplinary teams of OTs, nurses, SLTS, PTs and a specialist vision and hearing servicework in four geographic localities across the County and work in partnership with the social care teams for Kent County Council (KCC)and the LD teams within the Mental Health Trust (KMPT) to provide a co-ordinated and holistic combined service for people withlearning disabilities.The Occupational therapy team provides specialist support to enable people to live their lives fully. We work with people with learningdisabilities, their families and paid carers in community settings as part of a multi - agency team. We provide assessment andtreatment interventions that aim to maximise a person's quality of life.You will support a complex clinical caseload using evidence based / person centred practice and similarly supervise other member sothe OT team to deliver best practice. You will foster, maintain and develop quality improvement in the work setting in line withclinical and operational need

About us

Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent

We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences

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Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC Registration for Occupational Therapy

Desirable

• Specialist Learning Disabilities Occupational Therapy courses / supervisory - management qualifications

Experience

Essential

• 2 years Occupational Therapy experience

Desirable

• Experience of leading and managing teams

Experience

Essential

• Practical experience in managing health related projects/complex caseloads

Desirable

• Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster/ AT-P/ CIS)

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE

Essential

• Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance to relevant to people with a Learning Disability and its application across health care services

Desirable

• Evidence of continued relevant professional development and implementation in practice within the last 12 months

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

• Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines

Desirable

• Strong influencing and negotiating skills

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

• Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups especially to Adults with an LD

Desirable

• Understanding of training needs in relation to post

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Ability to work under pressure

Desirable

• Flexible and adaptable with an OT LD setting

ABILITY TO MANAGE

Essential

• Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures.

Desirable

• Ability to manage own time effectively / Full UK Driving Licence

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trinity House

Ashford, Canterbury, Whitstable

TN25 4AZ

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