Specialist Occupational Therapist

Elysium Healthcare; Potters Bar; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Career development and training

Ely-Vate rewards platform

Wellbeing support

Blue Light Card access

Life Assurance

Pension contribution

Free meals and parking

Job summary

Join Potters Bar Clinic as an Advanced OT Practitioner to lead Occupational Therapy services across our CYPMHS and Adult Services, driving recovery and independence for service users.

You will hold a BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy with RCOT membership and HCPC registration, and bring at least 3 years’ experience including CAMHS/Mental Health and Personality Disorder work. You’ll supervise staff and contribute to service development.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy with RCOT membership and HCPC registration.
• Minimum 3 years' experience including CAMHS/Mental Health and PD work.
• Proficient in psychometrics and risk assessment tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead Occupational Therapy provision across CYPMHS and Adult Services.
• Supervise and, where appropriate, line-manage staff in the service.
• Engage patients to develop insight and coping strategies for complex needs.
• Ensure professional practice within RCOT/HCPC guidelines.

Skills

BSc in Occupational Therapy

RCOT membership

HCPC registration

CAMHS experience

Psychometrics & risk assessment

Communication skills

Supervision / line management

Education

BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping and developing Occupational Therapy services that empower people to achieve greater independence and meaningful recovery? Join Potters Bar Clinic as a Advanced OT Practitioner and play a pivotal role in leading Occupational Therapy provision across our Children and Young People's Mental Health Services (CYPMHS) and Adult Services.

To Be Successful In This Role

• 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.

Where You Will Be Working

Location: 190 Barnet Road, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 2SE

Join the team at Potters Bar Clinic 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.

Potters Bar Clinic is located in a residential area, only one minute drive from the M25 and a short bus ride from Potters Bar Train Station, with a bus stop right outside, making it an easy commute for most.

What You’ll Get

• Annual salary of up to £45,000
• 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

About Us

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

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