Occupational Therapist

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join its inpatient mental health team at Kent and Medway Adolescent Hospital. The role involves delivering therapy, assessing clinical interventions, and participating in care planning. Candidates should possess strong engagement, communication skills, and knowledge of the Occupational Therapy process. This position offers opportunities for professional development and career progression within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive supervision from experienced team members

Qualifications

• Strong engagement and motivation skills working with complex mental health needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills essential.
• Familiarity with the Occupational Therapy process and the Model of Human Occupation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Occupational Therapy to a designated caseload.
• Assess, treat, and evaluate clinical interventions.
• Engage in team care planning and risk assessments.

Skills

Engagement and motivation skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of Occupational Therapy process

Job description

Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Inpatient Mental Health Team, Kent and Medway Adolescent Hospital

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our innovative and dynamic inpatient mental health team at Kent and Medway Adolescent Hospital. This multi-disciplinary team provides inpatient-based support for service users living in the borough who have a range of mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Occupational Therapy provision to a designated caseload, supporting the mental health recovery and engagement of users of service in all aspects of independent living.
• Assess, treat and evaluate Occupational Therapy clinical interventions, plan and implement a range of therapeutic individual and group work, and complete functional ADL assessments when indicated.
• Engage in team care planning and risk assessments as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Strong engagement and motivation skills; able to work well with service users with complex mental health needs.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of the Occupational Therapy process and application of the Model of Human Occupation.

Professional Development

With direct supervision and support from the service Occupational Therapists and team leads, the opportunity exists for the successful applicant to further develop their skills and experience, enabling them to look forward to the prospect of dynamic career progression within NELFT.