Occupational Therapist, Neighbourhood Mental Health Team

Sussex Partnership Nhs Foundation Trust; Hove; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking an Occupational Therapist/Senior Occupational Therapist to provide care for patients with complex mental health conditions. The role includes carrying out assessments and managing a diverse caseload while receiving professional supervision and opportunities for development. This position promotes flexible working arrangements and values employee well-being., Applications are welcomed from motivated, creative candidates with a passion for mental health care.

Benefits

Lifelong learning and professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Registration with the HPC as an occupational therapist is required.
• Experience as a qualified occupational therapist in mental health is necessary.
• Experience in both group and individual work is important.

Responsibilities

• Carry out specific occupational therapy assessments.
• Manage a diverse caseload of service users.
• Formulate plans and maintain high standards of documentation.

Skills

Experience with complex mental health conditions

Communication skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Assessment skills

Education

Degree/Diploma in occupational therapy

Post graduate level study/training

Job description

About the role

We're looking for people who share our values of compassion, accountability and optimism to help us provide high quality care for the patients, carers, families and communities we serve. We specialise in NHS mental health and learning disability services and we're proud to make a difference every day. At SPFT we put people first. We'll do everything possible to help you feel respected, valued and included. You'll have opportunities to learn, grow and gain new experiences to support your career, with access to lifelong learning and professional development. We actively promote flexible working and understand how important work life balance is, especially in healthcare. Whether it's part time hours, hybrid working or flexible start and finish times, we'll explore what works for you and the role. We recognise that AI is becoming part of daily life and you may choose to use it to help prepare your application. We welcome innovation but ask that anything you submit reflects your own abilities, experience and voice. AI can support how you describe your skills and experience, but it should never replace your own words as we want to get to know you. We're shaping a workplace where ideas are encouraged, technology supports you and everyone has a voice in how we improve. If that sounds like the kind of organisation you want to be part of, we'd love to hear from you., We are looking for a Occupational Therapist/Senior Occupational Therapist with experience of working with people with complex mental health conditions in a relevant setting. As part of the role you will be offering your professional input into the multi disciplinary team, by carrying out specific occupational therapy assessments as well as holding a caseload. As part of the Occupational Therapy structure you will receive professional supervision and be able to access regular CPD sessions and training.

Role focus

The successful applicant will develop their skills in carrying out assessments, formulating plans and managing a diverse caseload of service users, while maintaining high standards of documentation. The service is looking to appoint somebody who is highly motivated, enthusiastic, creative and resourceful, and who has a passion for working with people and for developing good working relationships with carers. You will have the opportunity to forge close links with the third (voluntary) sector, as well as with other specialist teams within the Trust.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree/Diploma in occupational therapy
• Evidence of post graduate level study/training
• Registration with the HPC as an occupational therapist
• Management/Leadership training
• Training in the use of standardised occupational therapy assessment tools, Experience as a qualified occupational therapist in mental health
• Broad experience of working with clients with a range of mental health problems
• Experience of both group and individual work
• Experience of multidisciplinary working
• Experience of supervising staff and students
• Experience as a Care Coordinator
• Leadership experience, Successful candidates are normally appointed to the bottom of the pay scale unless previous NHS experience in a similar role can be evidenced.

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

Working hours and location

The service operates Monday to Friday, from 9am to 5pm. The role will involve working from the team base, and across Brighton & Hove as required, with some flexibility around home working, dependent on the needs of the service. We know that a positive work/ life balance brings about huge health-related benefits, which has a beneficial impact on the care we provide. Please speak to us about flexible working - If it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen.