We are currently looking for a long term Mental Health Occupational Therapist for one of our exclusive private clients based in West Midlands.

We are looking for locums available for 30 hours per week between the hours of 8-4 or 9-5.

The site is a 28 bedded hospital in that cares for patients who are 18 years and over in an acute setting.

The wards consist of;

12 bedded male acute ward

8 bedded male acute ward

8 bedded female acute ward

The aim at is to provide a person centred approach and therapeutic environment, which promotes collaborative care planning to optimise treatment goals. Right from the point of admission to our acute services, our aim is to support patients to be discharged safely back into the community where they can continue to progress towards recovery in a less restrictive environment.

This will be achieved by:

• Thorough assessment of individuals needs throughout admission

• Person centred collaborative treatment plans

• A range of interventions available from a diverse MDT

• Being cared for in the least restrictive environment

The acute wards on site provides patients with excellent space and facilities, including en-suite bedrooms and large living spaces furnished with activity equipment such as games consoles.

Outside of the wards, a purpose built therapy suite contains a rehabilitation kitchen for patient cooking sessions, and a sessional therapy room. The hospital is set in the centre of an extensive nature reserve, which contains an abundance of flora & fauna.

The site also has areas for outside sports activity.

The clinical team at the hospital encourage full involvement of the service user, their family and external professionals throughout their stay. They are invited to attend Ward Reviews and CPA meetings to ensure clear communication throughout the care pathway in order to promote individuals' recovery and facilitate discharge.

In order to maximise recovery, interventions offered include a wide range of therapeutic approaches, combining psychiatric and cognitive behavioural perspectives with occupational therapy, psychology, leisure and recreational activity.

Key duties:

• To provide support in assessing functional ability in activities of daily living through PADL assessments, cooking assessments, public transport use.

• To support in assessing risks of falls and support with mobility issues that an individual may have.

• To offer a wide range of therapeutic activities and plan for interventions specific to the needs of the patient population.

• To report on patient progress and provide feedback of interventions within the multi-displinary team and to external stakeholders i.e. commisioners and care-coordinators.

Role requirements:

HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist

Understanding of Mental Health

Unfortunatley, we are not able to consider those who require sponsorship, you should already have your Right to Work without any restrictions.

Positive Healthcare understands that exemplary healthcare provision matters. We strive to provide an exceptional, assured, premium service that continually delights our candidates.

It is our vision to enable healthcare providers to deliver on their promises, being at their side with solutions that bridge EVERY gap so that they can continue their work seamlessly, with the right professionals in place.

Please only apply if you satisfy our requirements.