Assertive Outreach Occupational Therapist

The post holder will manage a small, high-intensity caseload, delivering time-limited, occupationally focused interventions through proactive engagement. Practice will be guided by Assertive Outreach principles, with an emphasis on collaborative risk management, sustaining engagement and reducing barriers to recovery.

Working with individuals presenting with complex mental health needs, the post holder will assess the impact of illness on occupational performance, daily functioning and participation. Interventions will be strengths-based and trauma-informed, supporting individuals to develop meaningful routines, increase independence, enhance community participation, and achieve their recovery goals.

The role requires flexible working across a range of settings, including service users' homes and community environments, to enable assessment and intervention within real-life contexts.The Assertive Outreach Team role is patient-facing, requiring proactive outreach, direct therapeutic intervention and consistent face-to-face engagement. As such, the role is not suitable for remote or hybrid working arrangements.

Are you passionate about helping others live meaningful lives? Join us as an Occupational Therapist at CNWL.

We are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive and reflective working environment where people feel valued, listened to and able to do their best work. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team that prioritises recovery-focused, person-centred care and values collaboration, curiosity and compassion.

We recognise that high-quality care depends on staff wellbeing and support this through flexible working, regular supervision and protected reflective space. We are committed to developing our Occupational Therapists, offering role-relevant training, leadership development and opportunities to broaden or specialise practice within community mental health.

As part of CNWL, you will also benefit from a wide range of staff wellbeing resources, award-winning staff networks, and an extensive NHS benefits package designed to support your work-life balance and overall wellbeing.

Qualifications & Education

Essential: - Degree/ Diploma or equivalent in OT; - HCPC registered as an OT; - Relevant post-grad training

Desirable: - Practice Educator training; - RCOT membership; - Training in specialist standardised assessments

Previous Experience

Desirable: - Experience of working in assertive outreach or similar intensive community based services; - Experience of trauma-informed practice

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Attitude/ Aptitude & Personal Characteristics

Other

Essential: - Ability to travel and undertake home visits; - Willingness to work flexibly (including evenings/weekends if required)