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Job description

The Specialist Occupational Therapist will have responsibility for the day-to-day organisation, prioritisation and delivery of Occupational Therapy Services within the Community Mental Health Team. The Person appointed will be a member of the Multi-disciplinary Team and assist the Line Manager in the development of services.

Responsibilities

• The post holder will provide a quality Occupational Therapy service to clients in the community with a mental health diagnosis in accordance with local and national guidelines and standards of practice.
• Participate actively in the multi-disciplinary team and work in partnership with voluntary and statutory agencies.
• To attend all planning, organisational, review and management meetings directly related to CMHT as directed by Line Manager.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• BSc (Hons) or Dip COT in Occupational Therapy.
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or eligible for immediate registration.
• 2 years post registration experience to include at least 6 months relevant speciality experience, in a mental health setting.
• Evidence of post graduate training/education in keeping with CPD.

Further Information

Location: St Luke's Hospital, Longstone, Ashleigh House. For full list of responsibilities, essential & desirable skills, please see Job Description/Personnel Specification on employer's website by following the Apply Direct button.