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Lead Occupational Therapist

Lead Occupational Therapist

Jupiter RecruitmentDarlington, County Durham, England
30+ days ago
Salary
£50,592.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

A fantastic new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Lead Occupational Therapist to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in the Darlington, Country Durham area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This hospital provides specialist inpatient care for adults with mental health needs, who present with complex needs and behaviours that challenge, in a safe and supportive environment

  • To be considered for this position you must hold a qualification in Occupational Therapy together with HCPC registration

As the Lead Occupational Therapist your key responsibilities include :

  • Overseeing the clinical work of other occupational therapists and support staff
  • Conducting assessments and developing treatment plans for patients to address their occupational therapy needs
  • Providing direct occupational therapy interventions to patients, such as individual or group therapy sessions and skills training
  • Working closely with other members of the healthcare team to ensure coordinated care for patients
  • Advocating for the role of occupational therapy in mental health care and educating patients and families about the benefits of occupational therapy

    • The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role :

  • Experience of working within a MDT setting
  • Previous experience of people management
  • Knowledge and understanding of CPAs
  • Ability to deliver ADL assessments
  • High standard of report writing
  • Team-player
  • Positive attitude

    • The successful Lead Occupational Therapist will receive an excellent salary up to £50,952 per annum. 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 :

  • 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays)
  • Birthday Leave
  • Subsidised meals on duty
  • Pension contribution
  • Free onsite parking
  • Enhanced maternity leave
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Priory Perks - Discounts & Cash back
  • Generous refer a friend scheme
  • Career development opportunities
  • Staff Well-being service

    • Reference ID : 6938

    To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV