Occupational Therapist Assistant

1 month ago


ClactononSea, United Kingdom Elysium Healthcare Full time

Job summary This role is for an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join Dunnock View, a 42-bed service providing treatment for men and women who may have suffered trauma and are affected by mental health disorders.
The successful candidate will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, supporting the delivery of structured activities and assisting in the planning for individual and group therapeutic interventions.
Main duties of the job As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will contribute to the assessment, monitoring, evaluation, and modification of structured activities in order to measure progression and ensure effectiveness.
You will build one-to-one rapports with service users to encourage participation in activities and empower recovery.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be supported regionally and have access to training and online courses to support your career development.
About us Elysium Healthcare is an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care.
With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for growth and progression.
Job description Job responsibilities Are you an Occupational Therapist Assistant (12 Month Maternity Cover) looking to work for a company that supports, values and recognises your dedication to delivering great healthcare?
If so, this might be for you.
Join Dunnock View as an Occupational Therapist Assistant and change the lives of men and women who may have suffered trauma and are affected by mental health disorders.
Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, you will support the service in delivering structured activities and assisting in the planning for individual and group therapeutic interventions.
You will build one-to-one rapports with service users to encourage participation in activities and empower recovery.
As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will contribute to the assessment, monitoring, evaluation, and modification of structured activities in order to measure progression and ensure effectiveness.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be supported regionally and will have access to a variety of training and online courses to support your career development and growth.
As an Occupational Therapist Assistant you will be: Assisting Occupational Therapists, Nurses and other MDT staff in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual care plans.
Supporting service users to achieve their goals and access appropriate services.
Maintaining adequate records, entering details in the service user healthcare records.
To be successful in this role, you will have: GCSE/O-Levels (A-C) or a relevant NVQ2.
Experience in a similar environment & Mental Health Verbal and written communication skills Where you will be working: Location: Dunnock View, Tendring, Clacton-on-Sea, CO16 0BX Be part of a new team at this 42-bed service, providing treatment for men and women who may have suffered trauma and are affected by mental health disorders.
A trauma-informed care model is used to focus on length of stay to make sure individuals are able to move as quickly and safely as possible from the service to the most appropriate and least restrictive environment for them.
Service users could be suffering from Acute mental illness, Psychosis, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, Personality Disorder, Dual diagnosis, Self-harm, Substance misuse issues.
What you will get: Annual salary of £26,000 Pro Rata The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) – plus your birthday off
Subsidised meals Free parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.
Pension contribution to secure your future.
Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.
There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more.
About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care.
With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment.
It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users.
All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential You will need GCSE/O-Levels (A-C) or a relevant NVQ2, as well as experience in a similar environment and working with mental health service users.
Strong verbal and written communication skills are also required.



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