Job Title: Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Older Adult Inpatient Mental Health
Location: Willow Ward, Woodlands, Heath Road, Ipswich, IP4 5PD
Pay Rate: £26 per hour (LTD); PAYE options available
Contract Type: Full-Time Locum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:00 or 09:00-17:00
Team: AHP Team - Woodlands/Willows Ward Job Description:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the dedicated Older Adult Inpatient Mental Health Team based on Willow Ward at Woodlands, Ipswich. This role forms part of a supportive and multidisciplinary Allied Health Professionals (AHP) team, providing crucial care to older adults with complex mental health needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver patient-centered occupational therapy interventions for older adults in an inpatient mental health setting.
Conduct comprehensive functional assessments and contribute to care planning and discharge processes.
Work collaboratively with the wider MDT, including nursing, medical, psychology, and social care staff.
Develop and implement treatment plans to enhance functional independence and quality of life.
Contribute to safeguarding processes and mental health care reviews.
Maintain accurate clinical records in line with professional and legal standards.Requirements:
HCPC registered Occupational Therapist.
Proven experience working in a mental health setting, preferably with older adults.
Strong communication, assessment, and care planning skills.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Knowledge of relevant mental health legislation and safeguarding procedures.Benefits:
Competitive hourly rate: £26 per hour LTD (PAYE options also available)
Flexible working hours - 08:00-16:00 or 09:00-17:00, Monday to Friday
5-day working week with a supportive team environment
Ongoing support from our specialist recruitment consultantsBenefits of Joining Service Care Solutions:
£250 referral fee bonus for any health care professional you refer who we place in to work on a 3-month contract.
£250 sign up bonus for any qualified professionals that register with our agency. This will be paid in your first pay packet
Bring us your contract / Job referral - £200 bonus for bringing your existing work to us.
All compliancy costs paid for by our agency, including DBS, Occupational Health Check, Online and Practical training
LTD and PAYE options available
Nationwide provider to all NHS trusts
Multi Framework approved - Access to a large number of different services within a number of different trusts.
Specialist consultants offering single points of contact