Occupational Therapist

About the Role Are you a dynamic, enthusiastic and creative Occupational Therapist looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? We are seeking a forward-thinking Occupational Therapist who can bring energy, innovation, and compassion to our specialist eating disorder service for adolescents and young adults. You will work as part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, client-centred care. Job Opportunity • To manage a caseload of patients with complex needs, using evidence based /patient centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions. • To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of OT services. To prepare reports, conduct assessments, perform risk assessments, conduct planned and structured therapeutic activity (both individual and group) for the patient population and in collaboration with the MDT members. To engage with families as part of the treatment programme. • To prepare group and individualised therapy/activity timetables and provide monthly analysis on engagement. To direct the activity staff and apply resources cost effectively and appropriately. • To participate in staff training and reflective practice with the nursing and clinical team to support the learning culture of the Hospital and promote best practice. • To work independently on a day-to-day basis. This work will be supervised and reviewed at regular intervals by the Clinical Director. • To ensure that all patients are safeguarded from potential harm and to conduct activities in a manner which is consistent with professional practice, policy and legislation Job description Job responsibilities About the Role Are you a dynamic, enthusiastic and creative Occupational Therapist looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? We are seeking a forward-thinking Occupational Therapist who can bring energy, innovation, and compassion to our specialist eating disorder service for adolescents and young adults. You will work as part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, client-centred care. Job Opportunity • To manage a caseload of patients with complex needs, using evidence based /patient centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions. • To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of OT services. To prepare reports, conduct assessments, perform risk assessments, conduct planned and structured therapeutic activity (both individual and group) for the patient population and in collaboration with the MDT members. To engage with families as part of the treatment programme. • To prepare group and individualised therapy/activity timetables and provide monthly analysis on engagement. To direct the activity staff and apply resources cost effectively and appropriately. • To participate in staff training and reflective practice with the nursing and clinical team to support the learning culture of the Hospital and promote best practice. • To work independently on a day-to-day basis. This work will be supervised and reviewed at regular intervals by the Clinical Director. • To ensure that all patients are safeguarded from potential harm and to conduct activities in a manner which is consistent with professional practice, policy and legislation