Occupational Therapist

at  Swansea Bay University Health Board

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join Ty Enion, Community Mental Health Team based in Swansea. This post is particularly suited to a motivated, experienced and skilled Occupational Therapist who is committed to providing compassionate and person-centred care to this population group.
The successful candidate will form an integral part of the Occupational Therapy Team to provide occupational focused assessment and interventions as part of an individuals Care and Treatment plan. We are therefore seeking an individual with excellent clinical and communication skills to work within an established integrated multidisciplinary team.
We welcome applicants who have a strong commitment to team working and improving the quality of life of patients within our service. Our service model is framed by the Model of Human Occupation and has a recovery focused-approach.
To manage a defined caseload within specialist area, using evidence based / client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the outcomes of intervention
To Care Co-ordinate individuals with identified Occupational Therapy needs
To organise their time efficiently and effectively with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.
To work in partnership with clients, carers and all stake holders including the multidisciplinary team to identify relevant goals and support service development.
To regularly supervise Occupational Therapy students on practice placements.
We welcome applications from resilient and enthusiastic Occupational Therapists who enjoy working collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team whilst also being able to work autonomously.
To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of Occupational Therapy Adult Mental Health Services and development of future provision of community support services, holding responsibility for defined projects.
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward- thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe’s most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply

Please refer the Job description for details