Specialist Occupational Therapist

JustOT; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days leave

Career development

Ely-Vate platform

Blue Light Card

Life Assurance

Earned wages access

24/7 GP

Enhanced Maternity Package

Pension

Meals & parking

Job summary

JustOT is recruiting a permanent Specialist Occupational Therapist in Hertfordshire/Potters Bar to join a 24-hour care environment delivering care for young people and adults with acute mental health needs and personality disorders.

You will lead the Occupational Therapy service, oversee assessments and treatment plans, supervise OT staff and students, and work with a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery, rehabilitation and meaningful daily living for service users.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy and RCOT membership with HCPC registration.
• At least 3 years’ experience, including CAMHS Mental Health/PD services.
• Strong communication and risk assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Occupational Therapy service, assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating interventions.
• Oversee assessments, treatment plans and group/individual interventions with multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Provide leadership and supervision to OT staff and students and contribute to service development.

Education

BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy

Job description

J800011414

Specialist Occupational Therapist

Salary: A Competitive Annual Salary

Location: Hertfordshire /Potters Bar

Hours : Full Time

Client Group: The CYPMHS Tier 4 Low Secure services are for young people aged 13-18 - Clinic

Our well-known client is recruiting for a permanent Specialist Occupational Therapist in Hertfordshire /Potters Bar clinic to Join the team providing care for young people and adults with acute mental health needs and personality disorders in an established 24-hour care environment. The CYPMHS Tier 4 Low Secure services are for young people aged 13-18.

Job Role

• In this rewarding leadership role, you will manage and develop the Occupational Therapy Service, using evidence-based and person-centred approaches to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions that help service users build confidence, develop essential life skills and achieve greater independence. Working closely with multidisciplinary colleagues, you will ensure high-quality therapeutic support that promotes recovery, rehabilitation and positive outcomes.
• You will lead the delivery of individual and group interventions, oversee comprehensive assessments and treatment plans, and ensure that Occupational Therapy services are responsive to the evolving needs of service users. As a senior member of the therapy team, you will provide leadership, supervision and support to Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants and students, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous development.
• Working under the strategic direction of the Therapy Lead, you will contribute to the ongoing development of therapy services, helping to shape innovative programmes that support living skills, education, leisure and rehabilitation. You will also play a key role in care coordination for young people within the service, maintaining strong relationships with service users, families, carers and external stakeholders throughout the recovery journey.

Requirements

• The post holder will hold a BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy together with full Royal College of Occupational Therapist membership and active HCPC registration.
• The role holder will require at least 3 years’ experience including at least 1 years’ experience of working within the specialised area i.e. CAMHS services Mental Health/PD services
• Possess confidence and competence in assessing patients with a variety of psychometrics and risk assessment tools.
• Be able to work therapeutically, engaging patients in developing insight and coping skills to manage their complex needs, both clinical and sensory based needs.
• Have good communication skills, both written and oral and is able to pitch complex information to different audiences.
• Have a sound, up to date awareness of legislation and its implications for the profession and working with the mentally disordered client group.
• Able to proactively resolve problems and challenges within the service in a positive and constructive manner.
• Be able to supervise and where appropriate line manage staff in the service.
• Be able to operate within professional boundaries and in line with the RCOT / HCPC Code of Conduct at all times.

Client Offers

• A Competitive Annual Salary
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) - plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream - instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking

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