Job summaryAre you looking for a new challenge?An exciting opportunity has arisen for a B6 OT at Wharfedale Recovery Hub. Wharfedale Recovery Hub provides rehabilitation for people who do not need to go into or remain in hospital but cannot be cared for safely at home. We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist who will provide person-centred rehabilitation to adults within the recovery hub before going home.Our varied interventions include managing long-term conditions, preventing falls, and facilitating hospital discharges, allowing you to develop a wide and varied skillset. You will work holistically, using health coaching and self-management approaches whilst working towards the patients goals. You will work as a team drawing on each others strengths and delegate or signpost to other professionals as required.Main duties of the jobYou will work to deliver and facilitate rehabilitation to enable patients to manage their own goals, maximizing opportunities to live a fulfilling life. You will work closely with patients and their families in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of treatment and/or care by using person-centred techniques to promote a culture of involvement and empowerment. You will aim to improve recovery and increase independence as much as possible by working as part of a multidisciplinary team to achieve the patients goals.About usWorking for Leeds community Healthcare NHS TrustWho are we?Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.Perks of the jobOur benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.ukclick on the Join Our Team Tab.Right to WorkThis role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob PurposeThe post holder will be responsible for their own caseload within their speciality area as an autonomous practitioner. In doing so, they will assess, plan, deliver and evaluate patient centred programmes of care to a specialist level ensuring that they practice within their sphere of competence and knowledge. The post holder will work to professional and regulatory body codes, standards and guidance at all times ensuring that their practice is grounded in evidence based theoretical and practical knowledge.Key Responsibilities1. Clinical1.1. Demonstrates a detailed theoretical and practical knowledge of common aetiologies, pathologies, conditions and presentations involving a critical understanding of theories and principles1.2. Demonstrates innovative and specialist skills to select methods and tools to holistically assess, plan, implement and evaluate in a complex and specialised field of work.1.3. Demonstrates highly developed physical skills where dexterity and accuracy are important e.g. syringe pumps and infusions, manual treatments1.4. Makes consistent judgements requiring complex fact analysis, interpretation and comparison of options and ensures clinical reasoning is reflected accurately in case records1.5. Engages and actively involves the individual and, if appropriate, their family/carer, in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of treatment and/or care by using person-centred techniques to promote a culture of involvement and empowerment2. Leadership2.1. Ensures that a professional service and image is maintained at all time, thereby acting as a role model to all staff2.2. Provides a leadership style which is underpinned by strongly held values around equality, diversity and openness; effectively builds and maintains relationships with direct reportee(s), management teams and other key individuals across the organisation.2.3. Manages team and resources on a day-to-day basis in an unpredictable environment that require solutions to complex problems where there are many interacting factors2.4. Demonstrates the ability to delegate, organise and prioritise workload to ensure the safe delivery of the service including the management of referrals and discharges utilising locally agreed support mechanisms e.g. on call manager and making judgements in complex situations2.5. Demonstrates clinical leadership, initiative and creativity in developing projects inspiring others to be positive in their contribution to continuous improvementPerson SpecificationSkills and AttributesEssentialSpecialist assessment, planning and evaluation skillsComplex analytical and creative problem solving skills in unpredictable situationsWorkload management including delegation of tasksCompetent IT skillsEffective verbal, non-verbal and written communicationRisk assessment skillsReflective practice skillsDesirableKnowledge of relevant current issues in health and social care, ethics and innovationQualificationsEssentialProfessional degree or diploma in relevant fieldPost Graduate qualification in specialist fieldAppropriate statutory professional body registrationMaintains a portfolio of CPD in line with regulatory body standardsDesirableSupporting Learning in Practice (SLIP) or equivalentExperienceEssentialExperience in working with adultsExperience of working as part of an MDTDesirableWorking in community or primary care based teamsWorking with the elderly populationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameLeeds Community Healthcare NHS TrustAddressWharfedale General HospitalNewall Carr RoadOtleyWest YorkshireLS21 2LYEmployer's websitehttps://www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/join-our-team1/ (Opens in a new tab)