Occupational Therapist–£42,293 + Benefits- Warrington, Cheshire

The Role

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking to make a real difference? Do you have the skills to support individuals with complex mental health needs on their journey to greater independence? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation unit at Ashwood Court, which will transition from a registered hospital to a residential unit from 1st April. You will provide tailored occupational therapy support to individuals with severe and enduring mental health conditions, learning disabilities and other associated challenges.

Your focus will be on person-centred care, assessing needs, planning interventions and supporting individuals to develop the skills they need for daily life. This is a full-time position, working 39 hours per week.

Take the next step in your career and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. Apply now and start your journey with us today!

Key Responsibilities:

To carry out the Occupational Therapy process with service users: including standardised and non-standardised assessment of occupational performance, client centred goal setting, implementation of intervention and evaluation of progress using outcome measures.
Conduct initial assessments at hospitals and in the community with potential new service users when referrals are made to the service.
To support service users to develop their skills and increase their independence; subsequently improving quality of life.
To support Health Care Support Workers with the provision of activities and delegate tasks as appropriate.
To oversee the use of the rehabilitation kitchen.
To be involved in the risk assessment of service users when attending activities in the community to ensure it is suitable for the individual and all potential risks are managed.
Other assigned duties.

The Company

At Making Space we are committed to making a difference in the lives of those in our care, we live and breathe our core values and our looking for likeminded individuals to join our team on our mission to make a positive impact to those in our community who need us most.

When you join us, you’ll receive on-the-job training and have opportunities to pursue professional qualifications to help you grow in your role.

The Benefits

Wagestream – Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn,
Lifestyle benefits through Bravo Benefits and Health service discounts
Holidays 25 days plus bank holidays subject to contract (pro rata for part time)
We pay double time for Xmas day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
Our employees can buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday – statutory limits apply
Want to upskill? We will invest in you and provide you with qualifications in level 2-6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin plus other continuous professional development should you wish to further your career within Social Care.
Travel schemes including cycle to work, car maintenance and 40p per mile travel expenses.
Pension Scheme 3% employer contribution as a minimum
Paid Sick leave

The Person

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy.
Active HCPC Pin Registration number.
Knowledge and understanding of activity/occupation in relation to mental health and well-being.
Ability to deliver on targets.
Application of Occupational Therapy models of practice and evidence-based practice.
Knowledge, understanding and application Occupational Therapy process relating to client centred practice.
Demonstrate sound techniques in applying range of sensory, physical and manual assessments and treatments.
Excellent communication and interactive skills.