Job Advertisement: Band 6 Occupational Therapist
Company: Pulse Mental Health
Position: Band 6 Occupational Therapist
Location: Croydon
About Us: Pulse Mental Health is a leading recruitment agency dedicated to connecting talented healthcare professionals with rewarding opportunities in mental health services across the nation. We specialize in matching skilled individuals with roles where they can make a significant impact on the well-being of others.
Role Overview: We are currently seeking a compassionate and skilled Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our esteemed team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality occupational therapy interventions to individuals experiencing mental health challenges, supporting their recovery and independence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals referred to occupational therapy services, considering their physical, psychological, and social needs.
- Develop personalized treatment plans in collaboration with clients, focusing on promoting functional independence, enhancing daily living skills, and achieving meaningful goals.
- Provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions, including activity analysis, environmental modifications, and cognitive-behavioral approaches, to facilitate recovery and rehabilitation.
- Deliver individual and group therapy sessions, workshops, and training programs to support clients in developing coping strategies, improving social skills, and fostering engagement in meaningful occupations.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and support workers, to ensure integrated and holistic care.
- Monitor progress, evaluate outcomes, and adjust treatment plans as necessary to optimize client outcomes and promote recovery.
Requirements:
- Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Minimum of Band 6 experience within mental health or a related setting.
- Specialized knowledge and experience in delivering occupational therapy interventions to individuals with mental health conditions.
- Strong assessment and clinical reasoning skills, with the ability to develop innovative and client-centered treatment plans.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to build therapeutic relationships and collaborate effectively with clients, families, and colleagues.
- Commitment to professional development and evidence-based practice.
Benefits:
- First class support and advice from our team of dedicated and experienced consultants
- £300 recommend a friend bonus scheme
- Have access to ipoint our Electronic timesheet processing app
- Variety of work opportunities in both the NHS and private sectors
- Access to high-quality CPD training events
- Different payment methods available PAYE, Umbrella, PSC and LTD
How to Apply: If you are passionate about supporting individuals with mental health challenges on their journey to recovery and meet the above requirements, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV below.
