Technical Instructor

To use specialist

technical and creative skills to assist in the provision of a flexible,

inpatient based therapeutic activity programme as part of the occupational

therapy service provision to adults with a mental illness, Learning

Disabilities and related issues.

To provide

self-directed, individual activities for specified patients both on and off the

unit, working within risk management guidelines, as this may include working

alone in the unit for periods of time.

To be responsible for

planning and implementing specialist activities and other appropriate

interventions; both individual and group activities and treatments in

accordance with identified needs, as sole or co-facilitator at Lee Mill or in

the community. This may include developing additional, specialist therapeutic

interventions and opportunities in line with service needs as directed by

Senior OT.

Participate in the

team which responds to any untoward incidents and undertake associated

training.

To work closely with

OTs and Nurses in the unit to ensure restrictions and escort arrangements are

communicated and understood in order to comply with the agreed management of

individual patients on the unit.

This role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.

Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline.

All Livewell staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7 day service.

To be responsible for contributing to

the planning, monitoring and evaluating of patient centred individual and / or

group activities as part of a regular review of the service requirements.

To use technical and creative skills

to engage patients in therapeutic activities to promote healthy psychological

and physiological well being.

To develop observation, reporting and

recording skills in relation to individual priorities and activity

programmes, working with the patient, carers and other members of the

multi-disciplinary and OT team as appropriate.

To develop own knowledge base of the

principles and practice of the use of technical and creative group work and

individual activities in relation to people with mental illness and

associated issues.

To contribute to the assessment of

patients; to report presentations, changes, performance and progress etc in

relation to formal OT assessments.

To form professional relationships

with patients, maintaining clear boundaries for effective working practices.

To participate in policy and service

developments as appropriate.

To participate in induction and

support programmes in relation to new staff and volunteers as directed by the

Senior OT.

To ensure that contemporaneous,

written and electronic records, and activity data are maintained in accordance

with professional and Organisational standards.

To liaise and communicate with

patients, carers, other professionals and other agencies as appropriate.

To actively engage in clinical

supervision.

To adhere to all policies and

standards of Livewell Southwest in general and of the Mental Health Service

in particular. To comply with the COT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct

and national policies and procedures.

plan and prioritise own workload under direction of Senior OT.

participate in the planning and implementation of operational policies,

projects and service development within the occupational therapy team.

be aware of, and adhere to, the correct procedures for ordering, maintaining

and using materials and equipment as directed by Senior OT.

In line with local guidelines review,

reflect and develop own practice and performance through effective use of

professional and operational supervision and appraisal.

To demonstrate ongoing personal and

professional development through participation in internal and external development

opportunities, reflecting and recording learning outcomes in a professional

portfolio. This would include support groups and induction opportunities.

Although the post holder is an

inpatient based member of staff they will be expected to travel around Plymouth in the course

of their duties as appropriate.

The post holder may be exposed

to unpleasant working conditions including exposure to vomit, sputum and body

fluids.

The post holder may be exposed

to emotionally distressing situations on a frequent basis as some people with

mental illness have physical disabilities and complex health needs. These

include challenging and unpredictable behaviour and learning disability

issues. Also there is a need to develop rapport and effective therapeutic

working in a pressured environment with a high turnover of patients whose

needs are many and varied.

The postholder will be exposed

to a working environment that is challenging because of systems and

procedures that are in place to protect patients and staff. The postholder

may be exposed to the risk of physical assault and injury and will have to

carry an alarm with them at all times and work within the constraints of the

safety procedures in the unit.

The post holder may, on occasions,

be required to assist with other duties to cover periods of staff absence.

This job description is a guide

to the main duties and is not exhaustive. These duties may change as services

develop and the job description will be reviewed annually as part of the post

holders performance review. Appropriate training will be provided for new

Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs.

As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values, kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve.

We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives.

We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.

Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.

Experience

Desirable: - Experience of working with adults with learning and physical disability; - Evidence of continuing professional development

Qualifications

Desirable: - Sports and recreation qualification; - Music, art, photography,; - Nutrition,; - Physical health, personal training

Knowledge

Desirable: - Knowledge of MOHO (Model of Human Occupation); - Mental Health Act 1983; - Knowledge of government initiatives that shape mental health practice