Lead Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Currently, we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Lead Occupational Therapist to join a specialist adolescent mental health service in Surrey.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting young people aged 13–18 with complex mental health and neurodevelopmental needs. You will manage a clinical caseload, coordinate occupational therapy provision and deliver evidence-based individual and group interventions, while providing clinical guidance and supervision to junior team members.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive specialist environment, with access to CPD, training and professional development.

Salary: £47,000 per annum
Position: Lead Occupational Therapist
Hours: Full-Time
Setting: Adolescent Mental Health / Inpatient
Location: Charlwood, Surrey

Your key responsibilities will be;

• Manage and coordinate occupational therapy treatment plans for young people.
• Complete occupational therapy assessments and identify individual therapeutic needs.
• Deliver evidence-based individual and group occupational therapy interventions.
• Provide clinical guidance and supervision to occupational therapy assistants.
• Maintain accurate records of rehabilitation, progress and treatment outcomes.
• Deliver staff training programmes and support effective multidisciplinary working.
• Develop living skills, rehabilitation and educational opportunities for young people.

For this role, we’re looking for someone who has;

• Qualified and registered as an Occupational Therapist.
• At least three years’ post-qualifying occupational therapy experience.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex mental health and neurodevelopmental needs.
• Experience supervising and managing junior occupational therapy team members.
• A full and clean UK driving licence.

What benefits are on offer?

• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Additional birthday day off.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Career development and professional training opportunities.
• Wellbeing support and employee benefits platform.
• Life assurance and pension contribution.
• Blue Light Card and other employee discounts.

What can Athona offer you?

• Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service
• Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS, Charities, Social Enterprises and private sector
• Support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding
• Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK
• A supportive team who truly care about your career
• Support beyond placement, ensuring your new role meets your career goals

Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.

If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other opportunities through Athona, get in touch with Lewis on 01277 245909 or drop an email to permanent@athona.com.