Occupational Therapy Assistant - Mental Health (Secure Ward)

NHS; Stafford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Stafford is looking for an Occupational Therapy Assistant to work in a secure unit with patients facing mental health challenges. This role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide both individual and group therapies. The ideal candidate should possess a Level 3 qualification related to Health & Social Care and demonstrate the ability to create positive therapeutic relationships. Competitive benefits include generous leave, career development opportunities, and health support resources.

Benefits

Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Options for flexible working

Up to 27 days annual leave

Health and Wellbeing support

Free car parking at all trust sites

Free flu vaccinations each year

Qualifications

• Experience in health or social care settings, especially with mental health needs.
• Experience working alongside an Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and delivering treatment to service users.
• Prepare and carry out therapeutic interventions.
• Support assessments, planning, and reviewing of therapy.

Skills

Understanding of Occupational Therapy

Ability to form therapeutic relationships

Self-motivated

Calm in emergencies

Team collaboration

Education

Quality Credit Framework qualification at level 3

Job description

A healthcare organization in Stafford is looking for an Occupational Therapy Assistant to work in a secure unit with patients facing mental health challenges. This role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide both individual and group therapies. The ideal candidate should possess a Level 3 qualification related to Health & Social Care and demonstrate the ability to create positive therapeutic relationships. Competitive benefits include generous leave, career development opportunities, and health support resources.