Occupational Therapist

An outstanding new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Occupational Therapist (Adolescent Eating Disorder Service) to work in an exceptional hospital service based in London. As a Occupational Therapist you will be working for one of UK;s leading health care providers.
This special hospital specialises in wide a range of mental health conditions such as addictions, depression, anxiety, stress and eating disorders. The hospital strives to provide high quality treatment for all mental health concerns enabling the best possible outcomes for all those who seek support from them.
As a Occupational Therapist your day to day duties include:
• Provide consultation and assistance to the lead psychologist regarding the therapeutic programme on the unit
• Engage the patients on the unit in helpful, therapeutic and meaningful activity.
• Manage and co-ordinate individual treatment plans for occupational therapy and activities
• Provide 1:1 OT assessment and treatment
• Ensure effective and efficient management of more junior staff.
• Develop close working relationships with professional and clinical colleagues ensuring clinical practice is in line with Priory 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

An ideal Occupational Therapist must have these skills as they are beneficial for this position:
• BSc in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registered
• Proven experience in mental health and knowledge of the Mental Health Act
• Patient centred & commitment to delivering high quality care
• Fine tuned decision making skills
• Excellent organisational capability
• Effective communication skills

The successful Occupational Therapist will receive an excellent salary of £27,830 - £34,000 depending on experience. This exciting position is a Full Time role working for 37.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (at commencement of employment)
• A group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP)
• Private Medical Insurance Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free meals while on duty
• Care first - Employee Assistance Services
• Continuous learning and development
• Childcare vouchers
• Career development
• Personal health insurance
• An employee assistance programme
• Voluntary benefit

To be considered for this position you must have a BSc in Occupational Therapy and be HCPC Registered.
Reference ID: 3910
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call Lisa Halls on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to contact@jupiterrecruitment.co.uk