Senior Occupational Therapist - Home-Based Mental Health Team

NHS; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Blackburn is looking for a Band 6 Senior Occupational Therapist to join the East Pennine Home Based Treatment Team. The role involves providing assessments and interventions for service users struggling with mental health issues. Successful candidates will supervise junior staff and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance service delivery. This full-time position offers a salary range between £38,682 and £46,580 per year, with opportunities for professional development in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration.
• Experience in mental health settings required.
• Ability to provide OT assessments and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions.
• Supervise junior staff and assist in local developments.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team for home-based treatment.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Compassionate approach

Education

Diploma/BSC (Hons) in Occupational Therapy

Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration

Post Graduate training in mental health

Job description

A prominent healthcare provider in Blackburn is looking for a Band 6 Senior Occupational Therapist to join the East Pennine Home Based Treatment Team. The role involves providing assessments and interventions for service users struggling with mental health issues. Successful candidates will supervise junior staff and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance service delivery. This full-time position offers a salary range between £38,682 and £46,580 per year, with opportunities for professional development in a dynamic work environment.