Job Description

1. Job Details

Job Title:

Service Supervisor / Occupational Therapy Assistant

Grade:

Grade 11

2. Job Purpose

Throughout Aberdeen city you will lead and participate in the provision of a high standard of person centred care and support for service users in a range of accommodation settings, including their own homes. You will contribute to the organisation and development of the team and service to promote good outcomes for service users and their carers.

3. Reporting Relationship

Assistant Manager / Occupational Therapist

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Service Supervisor / Occupational Therapy Assistant

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Support Worker

4. Outcomes

The post holder will be expected to:

Assess, plan, and review service user requirements to identify person centred outcomes, ensuring physical, social and emotional needs are included. Assist in the development of services for the specific needs of service users Promote, maintain and maximise independent living skills of service users Work in partnership with family, carers, the Health and Social Care integrated team and any other agencies Provide supervision, mentoring or guidance for staff Ensure that all health and safety regulations are adhered to, including carrying out risk assessments, so that a safe and secure environment is provided Report statistical information regarding service delivery Carry out duties in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures and national care standards and professional codes of practice Have a proactive approach to continuous professional development and participate in individual, team and service development

5. Knowledge

The post holder needs to be able to demonstrate an understanding or experience of:

The Health and Care Sector and the principles of providing care and support Adult Support and Protection legislation Health and safety in the workplace Assessments, reviews and support planning Supervision Skills Organisational and Planning Skills

6. Grade Specific Skills and Competencies

The post holder is expected to demonstrate:

The ability to promote dignity, respect, choice, independent living and work in an anti- discriminatory way The ability to assess, plan and review and maintain and develop clear and accurate records including risk assessments and support plans The ability to communicate effectively and work in partnership with service users, staff, carers, families and internal/external professionals to achieve improved outcomes for service users An ability to work as part of a team and provide leadership, supervision, guidance and support to other members of staff The ability to provide personal care to a range of people with support needs The ability to work proactively and with limited direct supervision, while at the same time recognising when matters need to be referred to a more senior manager The ability to work accurately with detailed information specifically around the management and administration of service users' medication The ability to meet deadlines Basic IT skills including the use of smart phones and iPad's/Microsoft word The ability to move and handle both people and objects in a safe manner

7. Organisational Behaviours

The post holder is expected to display the following behaviours which represents the Company's Core Values (RITA):

Always Respectful - We are compassionate, caring, and considerate to everyone we interact with. Working with Integrity - We commit to be open and honest. Driven by Teamwork - We work collaboratively throughout the organisation and with our key partners to achieve the best outcomes for the people we support and each other. Thriving on Accountability - We believe taking responsibility empowers people to continuously develop and perform at their best.

8. Requirements of the Job

The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:

Qualification required by SSSC SVQ 3 (no registration requirement for OTA staff) Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme Record (PVG) or willing to become a scheme member To have registered or undertaken registration with the SSSC where applicable PDA in supervision or willingness to work towards The post holder may be expected to: Work to a shift pattern as required including evening, nights and weekend working Work at alternative locations as required Adhere to SSSC codes of practice, Bon Accord Care Policy and Procedures and relevant Legislation Lone work Travel to work locations in the city

9. Development

The post holder must have undertaken or be committed to undertaking the following mandatory training within a specified period:

BAC Induction incorporating appropriate adult protection, people and object handling, customer care, food hygiene, infection control Safe and legal training to Level 1 and Level 2 Role Specific Effective recording and reporting Effective communication Training and other development needs as appropriate OTA staff to have SVQ 3 or work towards this within an agreed time limit
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 33,305.00-37,422.00 per year

Work Location: In person