Specialist Occupational Therapist

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping and developing Occupational Therapy services that empower people to achieve greater independence and meaningful recovery? Join Potters Bar Clinic as a Specialist Occupational Therapist and play a pivotal role in leading Occupational Therapy provision across Children and Young People's Mental Health Services (CYPMHS) and Adult Services.

In this rewarding leadership role, you will manage and develop the Occupational Therapy Service, using evidence-based and person-centred approaches to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions that help service users build confidence, develop essential life skills and achieve greater independence. Working closely with multidisciplinary colleagues, you will ensure high-quality therapeutic support that promotes recovery, rehabilitation and positive outcomes.

You will lead the delivery of individual and group interventions, oversee comprehensive assessments and treatment plans, and ensure that Occupational Therapy services are responsive to the evolving needs of service users. As a senior member of the therapy team, you will provide leadership, supervision and support to Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants and students, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous development.

Working under the strategic direction of the Therapy Lead, you will contribute to the ongoing development of therapy services, helping to shape innovative programmes that support living skills, education, leisure and rehabilitation. You will also play a key role in care coordination for young people within the service, maintaining strong relationships with service users, families, carers and external stakeholders throughout the recovery journey.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy together with full Royal College of Occupational Therapist membership and active HCPC registration.
• At least 3 years’ experience including at least 1 years’ experience of working within the specialised area i.e. CAMHS services Mental Health/PD services.
• Confidence and competence in assessing patients with a variety of psychometrics and risk assessment tools.
• Ability to work therapeutically, engaging patients in developing insight and coping skills to manage their complex needs, both clinical and sensory based needs.
• Good communication skills, both written and oral and ability to pitch complex information to different audiences.
• Sound, up to date awareness of legislation and its implications for the profession and working with the mentally disordered client group.
• Ability to proactively resolve problems and challenges within the service in a positive and constructive manner.
• Ability to supervise and where appropriate line manage staff in the service.
• Ability to operate within professional boundaries and in line with the RCOT / HCPC Code of Conduct at all times.

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• A Competitive Annual Salary
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking