Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £28,500 - £38,500 per year

Hours: 36,25 per week

Location: London NW11

Job Scope:

We are looking to recruit an Occupational Therapist to support Children and Young People with mental health and well-being. As an Occupational Therapist, you will conduct personalized assessments and provide tailored interventions to help young individuals regain independence and engage in meaningful activities, contributing to their recovery journey.

Your responsibilities as an Occupational Therapist will include conducting initial assessments, offering 1:1 support, and assisting young people in identifying their needs and achieving their goals. You will collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team, providing both Occupational Therapy-specific and general mental health support. This position involves both in-person and video conferencing sessions.

Additionally, as an Occupational Therapist, you will liaise with statutory and non-statutory organizations, ensure comprehensive support packages, maintain accurate records, and contribute to funding applications and update reports. You will stay informed on health and social care developments and prioritize personal development.

Do you have?

• A professional qualification in Occupational Therapy and registration (or imminent registration) with HCPC and BAOT
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team supporting young people (11-25) with mental health challenges and complex needs
• Strong skills in needs-led assessments, goal planning, reviewing, and delivering client-centred support
• In-depth knowledge of Occupational Therapy theory, Recovery principles, and relevant practice models
• Excellent assessment abilities, both in Occupational Therapy and general mental health support, with a commitment to culturally sensitive approaches
• Proven experience collaborating with Social Care, Health Services, and other agencies, alongside strong organizational and communication skills

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay which are reviewed annually
• 4% employer pension contribution
• Career development opportunities
• Full access and training on our online learning management system, SkillBox
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme phone line
• Free meals
• Wellbeing and staff recognition initiatives
• Free DBS check where the role requires
• Free uniform for our Care Home workers

At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core values Integrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovation guide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel.

As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments.

We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong.

Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes.

The successful applicant will undergo a free enhanced disclosure from the disclosure barring service & other compliance checks required.