Occupational Therapist

at  Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Provide OT specific assessment and interventions to individuals under the care of the inpatient ward. Establish therapeutic relationships with patients; implement evidence based interventions in accordance with professional code of conduct, performance, ethics and standards of proficiency of registrant body (HCPC). Recommend adaptations to a patients physical and social environment assess for falls hazards and prescribe equipment where appropriate. Maintain the welfare and safety of patients and protect them from any form of abuse in accordance with safeguarding guidance.
To provide early intervention through consultation, needs and risk assessment for children and young people with mild to moderate mental health, emotional and behavioural problems, in a secure environment. To deliver care planning and individual and group interventions, in partnership with young people and other workers involved in care delivery, under the supervision of the Band 6 post holder. To lead on sensory assessments that will inform care plans for individual children and young people. Work in partnership with the resettlement worker and support discharge planning and transition.
To work flexibly between 9am and 9pm, including some on-call provision at bank holidays and weekends. To work in accordance with relevant childcare and health legislation and professional standards. To proactively involve young people and families/carers in service development and evaluation. Participate in programme of health promotion.
To function as part of the multidisciplinary LSU service. To work in partnership with wider CAMHS, Childrens Services and Youth Offending Service. To provide a professional, non-stigmatising service to children and families/carers up to 18 years. Work collaboratively, and promote effective working relationships, with members of the multi-disciplinary team, ensuring effective clinical decision-making, internally and with external agencies.
Empower Service Users and their families/carers to influence and use available services, information and skills and act as an advocate where appropriate. Participate in the planning and delivery of group interventions Adhere to Trust Policies in consideration of Children in Need and safeguarding issues and in maintaining accurate and effective written records

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