Job Title: Lead Occupational Therapist - Mental Health Team
Location: Altrincham
Type:
Permanent Shift Pattern:
Full time, 37.5 hours per week Salary:
£35,000 - £40,000 per annum (depending on experience) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Senior/Lead Occupational Therapist to join our client's dynamic and enthusiastic multidisciplinary team at a leading mental health hospital. This role involves working across both adult and CAMHS ED inpatient services, providing a challenging and rewarding environment where you can make a real difference. About Our Client: They are one of the UK’s leading providers of behavioural care and specialist support services, offering a challenging and fulfilling career path with the backing of a world-class organisation committed to investing in your development. Across their network of hospitals, residential care homes, and supported living services, they are dedicated to making a lasting difference in the lives of those they support. As part of their commitment to safety and in line with commissioner and customer requirements, they continue to record vaccination status for all colleagues. Please note that your vaccination status will not affect any offer of employment and will be handled in accordance with GDPR requirements. They appreciate your cooperation. Role Overview: As the Senior/Lead Occupational Therapist, you will play a key role in maintaining and developing the Occupational Therapy Service within the hospital. The successful candidate will have experience working with a range of complex cases in an inpatient setting, both individually and in groups. Your responsibilities will include: Providing consultation and support to the lead consultant on the unit’s therapeutic programme. Engaging patients in therapeutic and meaningful activities that promote positive outcomes. Managing and coordinating individual treatment plans for occupational therapy and activities. Conducting 1:1 OT assessments and delivering tailored treatment plans. Developing close working relationships with professional and clinical colleagues to ensure clinical practice aligns with organisational policies, statutory regulations, and quality standards, particularly regarding risk assessment. Demonstrating excellent oral and written communication skills along with exceptional organisational abilities. Candidate Requirements: Qualified Occupational Therapist
with relevant professional registration. Substantial experience
in an inpatient mental health setting, specifically working with adult and CAMHS ED populations. Strong leadership skills
with a proven ability to manage and develop a team. Competence in risk assessment
and the management of complex clinical cases. Ability to work collaboratively
within a multidisciplinary team, fostering positive relationships with colleagues. High level of organisational skills
and the ability to manage a diverse workload effectively. Commitment to continuous professional development
and staying up to date with the latest practices in occupational therapy. Disclosure: This role is subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland. They are an equal opportunities employer and will cover the cost of the DBS check. Apply now through Sanctuary Personnel.
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Permanent Shift Pattern:
Full time, 37.5 hours per week Salary:
£35,000 - £40,000 per annum (depending on experience) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Senior/Lead Occupational Therapist to join our client's dynamic and enthusiastic multidisciplinary team at a leading mental health hospital. This role involves working across both adult and CAMHS ED inpatient services, providing a challenging and rewarding environment where you can make a real difference. About Our Client: They are one of the UK’s leading providers of behavioural care and specialist support services, offering a challenging and fulfilling career path with the backing of a world-class organisation committed to investing in your development. Across their network of hospitals, residential care homes, and supported living services, they are dedicated to making a lasting difference in the lives of those they support. As part of their commitment to safety and in line with commissioner and customer requirements, they continue to record vaccination status for all colleagues. Please note that your vaccination status will not affect any offer of employment and will be handled in accordance with GDPR requirements. They appreciate your cooperation. Role Overview: As the Senior/Lead Occupational Therapist, you will play a key role in maintaining and developing the Occupational Therapy Service within the hospital. The successful candidate will have experience working with a range of complex cases in an inpatient setting, both individually and in groups. Your responsibilities will include: Providing consultation and support to the lead consultant on the unit’s therapeutic programme. Engaging patients in therapeutic and meaningful activities that promote positive outcomes. Managing and coordinating individual treatment plans for occupational therapy and activities. Conducting 1:1 OT assessments and delivering tailored treatment plans. Developing close working relationships with professional and clinical colleagues to ensure clinical practice aligns with organisational policies, statutory regulations, and quality standards, particularly regarding risk assessment. Demonstrating excellent oral and written communication skills along with exceptional organisational abilities. Candidate Requirements: Qualified Occupational Therapist
with relevant professional registration. Substantial experience
in an inpatient mental health setting, specifically working with adult and CAMHS ED populations. Strong leadership skills
with a proven ability to manage and develop a team. Competence in risk assessment
and the management of complex clinical cases. Ability to work collaboratively
within a multidisciplinary team, fostering positive relationships with colleagues. High level of organisational skills
and the ability to manage a diverse workload effectively. Commitment to continuous professional development
and staying up to date with the latest practices in occupational therapy. Disclosure: This role is subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland. They are an equal opportunities employer and will cover the cost of the DBS check. Apply now through Sanctuary Personnel.
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