Job summary Are you an Occupational Therapist who is passionate about Mental Health?
Do you want to join a supportive community mental health team in High Wycombe or Amersham?
If you want to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and foster your professional growth- apply now!
We are offering an incentive premium of £3,500, paid in instalments over 18 months.
Please note, this scheme is not available to current Oxford Health employees and is subject to a claw back clause.
The Chiltern CMHT Adult Mental Health Team, based at either Saffron House, High Wycombe or Amersham Health Centre are committed to providing exceptional care and treatment to adults facing mental health challenges.
Your work will be supported by a skilled leadership team from various fields, providing guidance and facilitating forums for Nursing and Occupational Therapists.
Main duties of the job In this role, you will be part of a close-knit team working together to deliver exceptional care to our patients.We are looking for someone who works well in a team, but also has the ability to work independently using their own initiative.
The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, a strong understanding of mental health and the impact this can have on a person's wellbeing.You will need to be organised, flexible and committed to delivering the highest possible care to our client group.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as good lT skills, are essential.
Ideally, you will have experience working in adult mental health services and understand the challenges that working with this client group brings.
However, if you have transferable skills and are motivated to learn about our client group we would encourage you to apply.
About us Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possibleOur vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing.
These include: Excellent opportunities for career progressionAccess to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceNHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailersCompetitive pension schemeLease car schemeCycle to work schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeMental Health First AidersStaff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Job description Job responsibilities We can offer you regular supervision and Personal Development Reviews and ongoing professional development through training.
You will have the opportunity to mentor students.
There is excellent team-working, supportive colleagues and a friendly working environment.We would encourage you to give us a call to discuss the role and we very much welcome visits from interested applicants Person Specification Knowledge Essential BSc/MSc/PG Dip Occupational Therapy HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist (OT) Desirable Experience of working in Mental Health Skills Essential Appropriate experience, usually a minimum of two years post qualification experience.
Experience of working with the mental health service users in a variety of settings Experience of working collaboratively with carers to meet both the needs of the carer and the user.
Desirable Community work with people with mental health needs.
Experience of supervising student placements.
other Essential Able to travel to undertake work and have the capacity to carry equipment relative to your post.