Occupational Therapist

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £29,761 - £37,689

To be based across sites in Birmingham

Our client supports service-users along a recovery pathway using relationshipcentred, best practice interventions and supports individuals to improve their quality of life whilst working towards their personal goals. Service-user outcomes are measured using recognised assessment tools which allow us to evidence our objective of enabling individuals to move towards living in the least restrictive setting possible

Position Overview: We are specifically seeking a self-motivated and caring individual who will make a positive contribution to the well-being of our patients through the delivery of high quality evidence based care. We are keen to meet candidates with a recovery focused ethos, who are willing to commit to building and sustaining good therapeutic relationships and

Key Responsibilities:

* You will focus on occupational performance, complex mental health presentations, risk management and evaluating outcomes aligned to personalised care plans.

* A therapeutic programme of individual and group interventions will be delivered in collaboration with OT assistants, activity workers and the multi-disciplinary team for effective recovery and discharge.

* The role will also provide opportunities to bring new ideas to develop the delivery of occupational therapy for service users

* To contribute to the maintenance and development of the Occupational Therapy department for service users in a complex care rehabilitation setting.

* To provide assessment and treatment of occupational needs, under the supervision of a more senior Occupational Therapist whilst working as an integrated member of the multi-disciplinary team.

* To promote enabling service users to achieve their aspirations through understanding and implementing the mission, vision and values of the organisation.

What We're Looking For:

* BSc hons in Occupational Therapy or a Diploma in Occupational Therapy · Registration with HCPC

* Sound theoretical knowledge of OT

* Awareness of the importance of group work and a range of interventions

* Awareness of current issues and legislation relevant to Mental Health

* Ability to use assessment and OT process

* Able to demonstrate use of OT interventions relevant to inpatient rehabilitation - group and individual work

* Ability to use reflective practice

* Awareness of risk assessment and risk management

What We Offer:

* Enhanced paternity and maternity leave

* Access to Health and Wellbeing Services etc

* Training opportunities and career advancement.

If you have a passion for providing support to vulnerable individuals and meet the essential skills and qualities listed, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV via the apply button