Occupational therapist

An amazing new job has arisen for a committed Occupational Therapist to work in an exceptional private mental health hospital based in the Southgate, London area. You will be working for one of UKs 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 GBP21,950 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent part time role working 18.75 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: 3376 for this fantastic job role, please call on 638 or send your CV