Specialist Occupational Therapist (Band 6)
- Employer
- Cygnet Health Care
- Location
- Colchester
- Salary
- £36,807 to £36,807 a year
- Closing date
- 29 Jan 2025
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- Profession
- Occupational therapist
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
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Job Details
Would you like to explore a rewarding career experience as an Occupational Therapist?
Cygnet Hospital Colchester is a 59 bed service providing a range of intensive support and rehabilitation services for men with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or mental health needs. The aim of our services is assessment, stabilisation, treatment and engagement, with a view to supporting service users in the least restrictive environment appropriate to their needs.
Our services are recovery-focused, with the aim of preparing individuals for a move to rehabilitation or step-down services, and ultimately, back into the community wherever possible.
Main duties of the job
Clinical: You would be responsible for the assessment and treatment of occupational dysfunction for patients on your allocated caseload. You will work with a full multidisciplinary team in a coordinated way to support each service user to develop their skills and move through our clinical model of care from admission to discharge.
Leadership: You would report directly to the Head Occupational Therapist on site. You would also hold leadership and management responsibilities of the Occupational Therapy service of your allocated ward providing clinical and managerial supervision for an Occupational Therapy Assistant. You may also be required at times to deputise for the Head of Occupational Therapy.
The team consists of nurses, psychologists, psychology assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, social workers, and psychiatrists as well as 24/7 support from the nursing team.
This means that we are able to meet the changing needs of our service users as they progress through their care pathway, while ensuring their safety is maintained and their independence supported.
About us
Cygnet was established in 1988. Across our 11 different service lines, we have evidence-based established models of care to ensure we provide the highest quality care and support.
Our dedicated and expert teams of over 10 000 employees, support over 2800 individuals in a range of services across England, Scotland and Wales.We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care, through co-production, recovery and rehabilitation.
With over 150 Occupational Therapists, we work together as a large team providing support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Would you like to explore a rewarding career experience as an Occupational Therapist?
About Us
Cygnet was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales.
Summary of the site
Cygnet Hospital Colchesteris a 59 bed service providing a range of intensive support and rehabilitation services for men with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or mental health needs.
The aim of our services is assessment, stabilisation, treatment and engagement, with a view to supporting service users in the least restrictive environment appropriate to their needs. Our services are recovery-focused, with the aim of preparing individuals for a move to rehabilitation or step-down services, and ultimately, back into the community wherever possible.
Clinical:You would be responsible for the assessment and treatment of occupational dysfunction for patients on your allocated caseload. You will work with a full multidisciplinary team in a coordinated way to support each service user to develop their skills and move through our clinical model of care from admission to discharge.
Leadership:You would report directly to the Head Occupational Therapist on site. You would also hold leadership and management responsibilities of the Occupational Therapy service of your allocated ward providing clinical and managerial supervision for an Occupational Therapy Assistant. You may also be required at times to deputise for the Head of Occupational Therapy.
The team consists of nurses, psychologists, psychology assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, social workers, and psychiatrists as well as 24/7 support from the nursing team. This means that we are able to meet the changing needs of our service users as they progress through their care pathway, while ensuring their safety is maintained and their independence supported.
If you feel you suit the criteria, then please make an application today. For an informal discussion about the role please contact our in-house recruiters, Alma Matei 07436 176 074 or Hannah Dunlop 07720 497 792.
Occupational Therapy Directorate
Under the leadership of our occupational therapy directors we support over 150 Occupational Therapists. Working together as a large team we provide support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development.
Every service line has a clinical lead occupational therapist to lead and develop evidence based practice and agreed occupational therapy pathway.
We ensure our occupational therapists have a voice through participating in service model development, utilising the expertise and support of our clinical lead occupational therapists.
5 reasons why you should make an application today
We care about people in our services Career pathway progression within the company to support your development and skills, including sensory integration training and leadership and management training You will be an integral part of a large, well established MDT with extensive experience to draw from Dedicated CPD time being part of a national network of over 150 OTs in the Cygnet Group within different specialisms including LD and ASD, Acute mental health, and High Support Inpatient Rehabilitation Services. You will be a part of a friendly and supportive team of 3 OTs and 7 OTAs who are driven to provide excellence and where innovation and creativity are welcomed with enthusiasm.
The Successful Candidate should be/ have:
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
Desirable
Employer details
Employer name
Cygnet Health Care
Address
Colchester
CO4 5HF
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
VPD0E8A775
- Your Role: Band 6 Occupational Therapist
- Working hours: 40 Hours per week
- Salary: £36,807 per year
- Service Line: Learning Disability Mental Health & Learning Disability Other (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
- Location: Cygnet Hospital Colchester, Boxted Rd, Mile End, Colchester CO4 5HF
- Responsible to: Head of Occupational Therapy and Regional Lead Occupational Therapist
Cygnet Hospital Colchester is a 59 bed service providing a range of intensive support and rehabilitation services for men with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or mental health needs. The aim of our services is assessment, stabilisation, treatment and engagement, with a view to supporting service users in the least restrictive environment appropriate to their needs.
Our services are recovery-focused, with the aim of preparing individuals for a move to rehabilitation or step-down services, and ultimately, back into the community wherever possible.
Main duties of the job
Clinical: You would be responsible for the assessment and treatment of occupational dysfunction for patients on your allocated caseload. You will work with a full multidisciplinary team in a coordinated way to support each service user to develop their skills and move through our clinical model of care from admission to discharge.
Leadership: You would report directly to the Head Occupational Therapist on site. You would also hold leadership and management responsibilities of the Occupational Therapy service of your allocated ward providing clinical and managerial supervision for an Occupational Therapy Assistant. You may also be required at times to deputise for the Head of Occupational Therapy.
The team consists of nurses, psychologists, psychology assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, social workers, and psychiatrists as well as 24/7 support from the nursing team.
This means that we are able to meet the changing needs of our service users as they progress through their care pathway, while ensuring their safety is maintained and their independence supported.
About us
Cygnet was established in 1988. Across our 11 different service lines, we have evidence-based established models of care to ensure we provide the highest quality care and support.
Our dedicated and expert teams of over 10 000 employees, support over 2800 individuals in a range of services across England, Scotland and Wales.We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care, through co-production, recovery and rehabilitation.
With over 150 Occupational Therapists, we work together as a large team providing support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Would you like to explore a rewarding career experience as an Occupational Therapist?
About Us
Cygnet was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales.
- Your Role:Band 6 Occupational Therapist
- Working hours:40 Hours per week
- Salary:£36,807 per year
- Service Line: Learning Disability Mental Health & Learning Disability Other (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
- Location: Cygnet Hospital Colchester, Boxted Rd, Mile End, Colchester CO4 5HF
- Responsible to:Head of Occupational Therapy and Regional Lead Occupational Therapist
Summary of the site
Cygnet Hospital Colchesteris a 59 bed service providing a range of intensive support and rehabilitation services for men with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or mental health needs.
The aim of our services is assessment, stabilisation, treatment and engagement, with a view to supporting service users in the least restrictive environment appropriate to their needs. Our services are recovery-focused, with the aim of preparing individuals for a move to rehabilitation or step-down services, and ultimately, back into the community wherever possible.
Clinical:You would be responsible for the assessment and treatment of occupational dysfunction for patients on your allocated caseload. You will work with a full multidisciplinary team in a coordinated way to support each service user to develop their skills and move through our clinical model of care from admission to discharge.
Leadership:You would report directly to the Head Occupational Therapist on site. You would also hold leadership and management responsibilities of the Occupational Therapy service of your allocated ward providing clinical and managerial supervision for an Occupational Therapy Assistant. You may also be required at times to deputise for the Head of Occupational Therapy.
The team consists of nurses, psychologists, psychology assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, social workers, and psychiatrists as well as 24/7 support from the nursing team. This means that we are able to meet the changing needs of our service users as they progress through their care pathway, while ensuring their safety is maintained and their independence supported.
If you feel you suit the criteria, then please make an application today. For an informal discussion about the role please contact our in-house recruiters, Alma Matei 07436 176 074 or Hannah Dunlop 07720 497 792.
Occupational Therapy Directorate
Under the leadership of our occupational therapy directors we support over 150 Occupational Therapists. Working together as a large team we provide support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development.
Every service line has a clinical lead occupational therapist to lead and develop evidence based practice and agreed occupational therapy pathway.
We ensure our occupational therapists have a voice through participating in service model development, utilising the expertise and support of our clinical lead occupational therapists.
5 reasons why you should make an application today
The Successful Candidate should be/ have:
- A registered Occupational Therapist with the HCPC (Health Care Professions Council).
- An understanding of working with individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- An understanding of Occupational Therapy process/ interventions and can take a hands on approach.
- Excellent communication and time management skills
- Passionate about student education
- Ability to manage highly demanding
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to job description above
Desirable
- Please refer to job description above
Employer details
Employer name
Cygnet Health Care
Address
Colchester
CO4 5HF
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
VPD0E8A775
Company
Empowering people and making a positive difference
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. At Cygnet Health Care you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users and their families. Our purpose is to care, enable & make a positive difference. Our vision is to be the preferred provider & employer of choice in our sector.
Our great team believe in -
- Togetherness
- Patients, service users & their families are at the heart of what we do
- Making a real difference in people's lives
- Building caring relationships to improve mental health
Dedicated people who change lives together
At Cygnet, our people work across many different teams that pull together to achieve excellent outcomes for those in our care. So wherever your strengths lie, you can make the most of them with us – and enjoy a rewarding career that makes a significant difference to others.
Join one of our dedicated teams and be part of something meaningful:
- Leadership Team
- Doctors & Consultants Team
- Nursing Team
- Allied Health & Psychology Team
- Education Team
- Care & Support Team
- Hospitality & Non-clinical Team
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