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Location: Hertfordshire
Salary: £48,000 - £52,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Job type: Permanent, Full-Time
Sponsorship available: This employer is able to sponsor applicants who meet the necessary qualifications and experience requirements.
About the role:
An established provider of mental health services is seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Occupational Therapist to join its multidisciplinary team. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to work with both adult and adolescent service users in a specialist mental health setting.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage and lead the Occupational Therapy service across both CAMHS and Adult mental health services.
- Provide evidence-based, patient-centred assessments and interventions.
- Oversee and coordinate individual treatment plans, ensuring effective therapy delivery.
- Support service users in developing coping strategies, rehabilitation, and independent living skills.
- Lead and manage a team of Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, and students.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality care.
- Engage families in the care process, particularly in complex CAMHS cases.
- Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.
Requirements:
- Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with the HCPC.
- Minimum of 3 years post-qualification UK experience.
- Significant experience working in mental health settings, including both CAMHS and adult services.
- Experience in an inpatient environment is highly desirable.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary up to £52,000 per annum.
- Equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), plus an additional day off on your birthday.
- Free on-site meals and parking.
- Wellbeing support and initiatives for a balanced work-life environment.
- Career development opportunities with access to further training.
- Pension contributions.
- Life assurance for financial security.
- Enhanced maternity package.
- Employee discounts, car leasing schemes, and additional benefits.
- Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates.
How to apply:
If you are a dedicated Occupational Therapist looking for a leadership role within a supportive and well-established mental health service, we welcome your application. Submit your CV, and we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.
