Occupational Therapist

Priory Healthcare; Stapleford Tawney; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent provider in mental health is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist at Suttons Manor in Stapleford Tawney. You will be responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments and implementing individualized treatment plans to support clients' wellbeing. The ideal candidate will have a BSc (Hons) or Diploma in Occupational Therapy, be HCPC registered, and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. Join us in transforming the lives of those in our care.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Experience in an Occupational Therapy setting, preferably neuro-rehabilitation.
• Ability to navigate complex situations with compassion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' needs.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Deliver therapy through individual and group sessions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Coaching techniques

Counseling techniques

Education

BSc (Hons) or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Priory Hospital Suttons Manor is set in Stapleford Tawney, a village and civil parish in the Epping Forest district, near the town of Romford. The hospital is set in its own attractive grounds of over nine acres, which supports an amazing horticulture programme and grants access to an idyllic countryside landscape, which, by its very nature, promotes wellbeing.

Main duties of the job

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients physical, cognitive, emotional, and environmental needs to identify barriers to daily living
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans that address functional goals like selfcare, work, education, and leisure .
• Recommend and provide adaptive equipment and environmental modifications, teaching clients how to use and integrate tools effectively
• Deliver therapy through individual and group sessions, employing methods such as therapeutic exercises, sensory integration, and coping skills training
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and liaise with caregivers, documenting progress, adjusting care plans, and advocating for clients within healthcare and social support systems

About us

Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 13,000 colleagues and a network of 280 services, we support over 26,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy.

Job responsibilities

Suttons Manor is looking to recruit a Occupational Therapist to join the team. This is a full time/37.5 Hour role.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate will hold a BSc (Hons) or Diploma in Occupational Therapy and be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). They should have prior experience working within an Occupational Therapy setting, ideally with exposure to specialist areas such as neuro-rehabilitation. Strong communication skills are essential to build and maintain productive, therapeutic relationships with patients, using effective coaching and counselling techniques. In addition, the role requires highly developed interpersonal skills to navigate complex or challenging situations while providing compassionate support. Working within this environment can be physically, emotionally, and sensory demanding, but with your clinical expertise and the support of our team, you will play a key role in transforming the lives of those in our care.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.