Occupational Therapist

apartmentJupiter Recruitment placeBlackburn scheduleFull-time calendar_month 
An amazing new job has arisen for a committed Occupational Therapist to work in an exceptional private mental health service based in the Blackburn, Lancashire area.An amazing new job has arisen for a committed Occupational Therapist to work in an exceptional private mental health service based in the Blackburn, Lancashire area.

You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This special hospital is one of the leading centres for the treatment of a wide range of mental health difficulties including addictions, depression, anxiety, stress and obsessive compulsive disorder OCD

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

As an Occupational Therapist your key duties include:

Provide consultation and coordination regarding the therapeutic programme on the unit

Engage the young people on the unit in therapeutic and meaningful occupations

Provide 1:1 OT assessment and treatment based on the Model of Human Occupation MOHO. This may include completing sensory assessments
Develop close working relationships with professional and clinical colleagues ensuring clinical practice is in line with company policies and procedures and complies with statutory regulations and quality standards specifically regarding risk assessment
Demonstrate a robust ability to work in a high intensity/risk environment
Provide excellent oral and written communication and possess exceptional organisational skills

At times may be required to work flexible hours occasional evenings if clinically needed

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

Knowledge of the area of specialism; clinical skills in assessment and intervention
Ability to organise time effectively, use own initiative and to work under pressure
Clear understanding of Occupational therapy and occupational science
Understanding of Adult and social learning theories
Build therapeutic relationships with complex client group, staff, carers and relevant others

Previous work experience within this specialism

The successful Occupational Therapist will receive an excellent salary of £28,411.42 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:

Access to CPD Continued Professional Development
Clear salary progression plan
Clear career pathway
Access to employee assistance programme
Access to Benefits Portal
Funded DBS
33 days annual leave including bank holidays
Birthday leave
Ability to accrue additional annual leave with service
Free parking

Subsidised meals

Reference ID: 6874

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

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