An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Occupational Therapist to work in an exceptional rehabilitation and recovery service based in the Meriden, Coventry area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers
This service offers a positive environment to stabilise the symptoms of mental illness, and develop positive self-management and independent skills for a successful discharge into the community
- To be considered for this position you must hold a degree in Occupational Therapy and registered with the HCPC
As the Occupational Therapist your key responsibilities include :
Work across our rehabilitation and recovery wards, with the support of our two OTAsApplying OT assessments and interventions, 1-to-1 with patients and also leading group workSupport our patients to engage in the therapeutic programme which is delivered in conjunction with psychology and nursing colleaguesWork alongside other members of the multidisciplinary team to identify the patients’ Occupational NeedsObserve and monitor the wellbeing of patients ensuring that any unusual physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to more senior staff and documented as appropriateEnsure the effective, timely and accurate updating of clinical records and computerised information systemsThe following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role :
Experience of working in inpatient mental health services or a similar role would be desirableExperience in line managing and supervising junior colleagues is also desirable but not essentialExperience in mental healthAbility to take on challengesAn understanding of the value of being engaged in meaningful occupationsCompassion, enthusiasm, creativity and proactiveThe successful Occupational Therapist will receive an excellent salary of £28,407 – £34,501 per annum DOE. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 37.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits :
Support from two Occupational Therapy AssistantsYour own OT Team office and department building including a gym, ADL kitchen, computer room and therapy roomActive involvement within the OT professional networkOpportunities for career developmentCompetitive salary25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rota)An additional days leave for your birthdayContributory pension schemeDBS check cost coverageComprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing CPD trainingFree on-site parkingSubsidised meals on duty (only £1 per meal)Cycle to work schemeOnline Benefits and Cash back rewardsReference ID : 1665
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [email protected]
