Occupational Therapist

We are recruiting for an Occupational Therapist to provide occupational therapy for a mental health rehabilitation and recovery hospital.

Set within a safe and therapeutic environment, the hospital is a 32 bedded locked service, supporting two different service user groups:

Active rehabilitation and recovery of men with mental health issues.

The emphasis is on stabilising mental health, reducing risks and enhancing independent living skills, with a view to reintegration into the community or supportive living.

Supporting men with neuro-cognitive disorders namely, dementia, and behaviours that challenge. Many have a number of physical health needs.

Enabling patients with dementia and mental health to receive a truly integrated and holistic approach to their treatment and care, regardless of complexity or severity, thanks to the knowledge and expertise of our multidisciplinary clinical teams.

The post holder will be qualified and registered with HCPC with preferred experience in dementia and mental health care. The successful candidate will be expected to have excellent interpersonal skills when liaising with members of the multi-disciplinary team, external agencies and organisations, patients and relatives.

Candidates will be expected to demonstrate genuine commitment and enthusiasm for working with this client group.

Salary £38,000

Hours 37.5

Permanent - Full Time

Benefits including contributory pension scheme, a comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre, paid birthday leave. There's also free car parking and subsidised meals while on duty.