Occupational Therapist

• Location: York, medium forensic hospital
• Job Type: Locum (3 days per week, 22.5 hours)
• Pay: £20-£22 per hour

We are seeking a dedicated Band 5 Occupational Therapist with Mental Health experience to work in a medium secure unit. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating interventions to provide patients with the skills and strategies needed for independent living.

• Manage and coordinate the implementation of individual treatment plans for occupational therapy services, ensuring effective application and communication.
• Promptly respond to referrals, undertake patient assessments to identify and prioritise needs, and deliver appropriate interventions.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of each patient’s rehabilitation and progress.
• Manage and develop junior staff, ensuring clinical practice aligns with policies and statutory regulations.
• Develop close working relationships within the multi-disciplinary team and promote therapy services in line with business objectives.
• Lead the implementation of new services at your site and share best practices with other locations.
• Ensure the services provided offer good value for money and support the overall aims of the site.

• BSc Hons or Diploma in Occupational Therapy with HCPC accreditation.
• At least 12 months post graduate experience
• Will be working on a male mental illness ward completing assessments and interventions following the occupational therapy pathway
• Experience in an Occupational Therapy setting, with exposure to specialised areas such as addictions, neuro-rehab, or eating disorders.
• Strong communication, coaching, and counselling skills to develop stable relationships with patients.
• Shared responsibility for the serviceability of equipment and confidentiality of patient records.

• Parking Available
• Lunchtime meals for £1
• Supportive working environment with a focus on safeguarding and professional growth.
• Opportunities to contribute to the development and implementation of new services.