Senior Occupational Therapist Inpatient Mental Health Lead

PENNINE CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in England seeks a Senior Occupational Therapist to join the inpatient team in Stockport. The role involves working with adults facing mental health challenges, focusing on assessment, intervention, and discharge planning to enhance patient independence. Applicants should have NHS experience, strong OT principles knowledge, and excellent collaborative skills. The position is full-time with competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, and access to wellbeing services.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Access to staff wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Qualified Occupational Therapist with NHS experience.
• Experience in adult mental health inpatient setting.
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based OT principles and the Model of Human Occupation.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate interventions.
• Deliver the OT pathway tailored to service users’ needs.
• Train and provide advice on lifestyle adaptations.

Skills

Evidence-based OT practice

Assessment skills

Intervention skills

Collaborative work with multidisciplinary teams

Knowledge of the Model of Human Occupation

Education

Qualified Occupational Therapist

Job description

A healthcare provider in England seeks a Senior Occupational Therapist to join the inpatient team in Stockport. The role involves working with adults facing mental health challenges, focusing on assessment, intervention, and discharge planning to enhance patient independence. Applicants should have NHS experience, strong OT principles knowledge, and excellent collaborative skills. The position is full-time with competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, and access to wellbeing services.