Entry-Level Forensic Occupational Therapy Assistant

The Methodist Church in Britain; Stockton-on-the-Forest; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS check cost covered by Priory

Job summary

Priory Hospital Stockton Hall in the United Kingdom is seeking an assistant to join the forensic occupational therapy team. The role supports qualified OTs in planning, delivering and evaluating therapy and care plans, helping detained patients build independence and life skills.

The position is full-time (37.5 hours per week) with supervision and development opportunities, and requires an appropriate level DBS check. Prior health or social care experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Entry level role in forensic occupational therapy.
• DBS check at appropriate level is required.
• Experience in health or social care is nice to have.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified occupational therapists with planning, delivering and evaluating therapy and care plans.
• Support patients to build independence and everyday life skills through OT sessions.
• Deliver individual and group sessions and encourage patient participation.
• Keep clinical records and computerised information systems up to date.
• Refer unusual occurrences to senior staff and document them.
• Support OT assessments and help develop activity schedules.

Skills

Empathy

Job description

Priory Hospital Stockton Hall in the United Kingdom is seeking an assistant to join the forensic occupational therapy team. The role supports qualified OTs in planning, delivering and evaluating therapy and care plans, helping detained patients build independence and life skills.

The position is full-time (37.5 hours per week) with supervision and development opportunities, and requires an appropriate level DBS check. Prior health or social care experience is advantageous.