SENIOR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
FULL TIME - PERMANENT POST
LOCATION: LOW SECURE MENTAL HEALTH UNIT, GORMANSTON, CO. MEATH
We are currently seeking applications from experienced Senior
Occupational Therapists interested in joining the expanding
Occupational Therapy team within Nua Healthcare. The Occupational
Therapist will be based in the newly developed low secure mental
health service working alongside a diverse multidisciplinary team.
Candidates must demonstrate the necessary interest, capability,
performance and enthusiasm in line with the requirements of this role.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA REQUIRED FOR THE POST:
* Have a recognised qualification as an Occupational Therapist with
CORU registration
* Have at least three years relevant post qualification experience
as an Occupational Therapist in adult mental health services working
alongside a multidisciplinary team
* Experience in developing and running therapeutic services and
programmes including occupation based and psycho-educational groups
* Experience working with individuals with complex mental health
presentations
* Knowledge of the Judgement Support Framework and experience
supporting compliance with same
* Knowledge of individual care planning and experience contributing
to individual risk assessment
* Have a desire to support the ongoing development of the
occupational therapy team with a willingness to engage in service
development and quality improvement initiatives
* Have excellent communication and team-working skills
* Have excellent time management skills and the ability to work in a
self-directed manner in a dynamic fast paced environment
DESIRED CRITERIA FOR THE POST:
* ?Assessment of Motor Process Skills? trained and calibrated
* Experience working in low secure mental health services
* Knowledge of writing reports for Ward of Court reviews
BENEFITS
* Company Pension
* Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
* Education Assistance
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Employee Referral Scheme
* Continuous Professional development
* Life Assurance/Death-in-Service benefit
* Fantastic development & career opportunities
& more ??.
IF YOU WISH TO APPLY FOR THIS POST, A CV AND COVER LETTER MUST BE
EMAILED TO **Apply on the website** OR INFORMAL QUERIES CAN BE
DIRECTED TO THE HEAD OF THE OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY DEPARTMENT TO LAURA
CONWAY - **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
