Senior Occupational Therapist

Senior Occupational Therapist Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Senior Occupational Therapist to join Haytor Ward at Torbay Hospital, part of the Devon Partnership NHS Trust. This role is ideal for individuals seeking a career in one of the UK’s most respected mental health and learning disability trusts, where you can make a significant difference in the lives of service users.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead clinical occupational therapy for service users with severe and complex mental health needs, utilizing evidence-based assessments and therapeutic interventions.
• Manage a small team of occupational therapists, ensuring effective planning and delivery of services.
• Supervise all occupational therapy staff within the inpatient setting to maintain high standards of client care.
• Contribute to the development of quality occupational therapy services through clinical governance frameworks, including audits.
• Provide professional advice and expertise to the urgent inpatient management team.
• Report professional issues to the Occupational Therapy Manager and operational issues to the Ward Manager.
• Develop and maintain effective communication structures within the adult urgent care and inpatient care network.
• Chair professional meetings and provide complex information to patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Analyze individual patient needs and make decisions regarding care planning and implementation.
• Organize and deliver effective professional governance and maintain professional networks.
• Contribute to teaching and mentoring activities for junior occupational therapists.
• Maintain accurate client records in accordance with professional and Trust policies.
• Support the monitoring of Occupational Therapy non-pay expenditure.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Possess a Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Demonstrate evidence of further training focused on mental health.
• Show evidence of ongoing professional development and sound knowledge of current occupational therapy theory and practice.
• Exhibit highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, capable of conveying information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage complex and emotionally charged situations with flexibility and adaptability.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in supervising staff and leading service development in mental health settings.
• Substantive post-graduate experience in various mental health environments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from £39,959 to £48,117 per year.
• Permanent contract with options for full-time, part-time, and flexible working.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive work environment focused on mental health and well-being.

For further information, please contact Liz Thomson, Occupational Therapy Team Manager, at 01803 396570 or via email at [email protected].

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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