Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor

Job summary

Main duties of the job

Working in partnership with the Wards Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) and under the guidance of the Occupational Therapist, the OTTI will plan and facilitate both on and off ward programmes of therapeutic activity, which considers the needs of the service and the individual patients. At times, and where appropriate, this may include facilitating home visits and supporting engagement of the patients partner/family.

Additionally, following the framework laid down by the supervising Occupational Therapist, the OTTI will implement and evaluate delegated Occupational Therapy interventions which support Mums to recover a better quality of life and develop the skills necessary to manage their own occupational needs and that of their baby. Through the promotion of the benefits and value of Occupational Therapy, and management of activities which support effective service delivery, the post holder will contribute towards the ongoing development of an innovative and needs-led Mother and Baby Unit Occupational Therapy service.

Job responsibilities

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.