Occupational Therapist

We are looking for OTs who have enthusiasm for working in specialist mental health services, who are adaptable; enjoy variety, can working independently as well as understanding the importance of team working. You will form part of our patient focused service, providing a high quality, accurate and timely service.

As an occupational therapist you will have the experience in evidence-based practice and skilful use of OT assessments and interventions with personal recovery principles in order to improve service users' quality of life and to support them to do the things they want and need to do and live the life they want and need to lead to build a healthier, more adaptive life beyond eating disorder.

The post holder will perform advanced occupational therapy assessment, develop and deliver an individualised treatment and recovery focused programme.

Under the guidance of the Lead Occupational Therapist and clinical leads, there are opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement, with potential for career progression within Kent and Medway Mental Health Trust.

Please see attached the full job description for details of the main responsibilities and duties for this role.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes, unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010.

We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway and are rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our teams support children, young people and adults with a wide range of mental health needs. We also provide specialist services, including all-age eating disorder services and neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people, such as autism and ADHD.

Because we work across the whole county and across hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the people we serve.

Our vision is simple: we are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. Everything we do is guided by our values: caring, inclusive, curious and confident.

Join us if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's working well together.

Qualifications and professional registration

Essential: - BSc (Hons) or equivalent Occupational Therapy qualification and current HCPC registration

Desirable: - Evidence of post qualification training.

Work Experience

Essential: - At least one year's experience in the health or social care system working as an occupational therapist; - Preceptorship completion.

Desirable: - Experience working in eating disorder service and use of sensory informed intervention

Knowledge and Skills

Essential: - Understanding of risk assessment and management

Desirable: - Supervisory skills