Occupational Therapist

Reference

PRI97173

Location

Priory Hospital North London, Grovelands House, Southgate, N14 6RA

Priory Group Division

Healthcare

Salary

£34,000 (pro-rata)

Hours

30

Vacancy Type

Permanent - Part Time

Job Advert - Division Information

Providing quality, inspiring innovation and  delivering value is what we set out to achieve at Priory Healthcare. Enabling our patients with mental health illness to receive a truly integrated and holistic approach to their treatment, regardless of complexity or severity, thanks to the knowledge and expertise of our multidisciplinary clinical teams.

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated occupational therapist to join our small team led by our senior OT, and work alongside our therapy assistants. 
We are one of the UK’s leading centres for the treatment of a range of mental health difficulties, including addictions, depression, anxiety, stress and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).

You will work alongside a multidisciplinary of dedicated mental health nurses, consultant psychiatrists, therapists and psychologists to deliver quality care and improve the long term outcomes of inpatient care. 

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide occupational therapy services to acute service wards, focusing on patients with complex behaviours. Support with the assessment, planning, and implementation of individualised treatment plans, particularly in activities of daily living (ADL) assessments within the general ward.
• Offer guidance and mentorship to Therapy Assistants to ensure the delivery of consistent and effective patient care.
• Dedicate one day per week to our specialist care service, working with patients with autism and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Conduct therapeutic groups as needed, aimed at enhancing patient engagement and progress.
Qualifications and Experience
• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Significant experience in a clinical OT role, preferably within an NHS or similar healthcare setting.
• Strong understanding of behavioural health, particularly in adult male and female patient groups.

Job Advert Location Description

Priory Healthcare is the UK’s leading provider of private mental health care. We have an outstanding reputation both for the service we deliver and for the investment we make in our people and in our environment. The Priory Hospital North London is renowned for its clinical excellence in the field of Acute Mental Health, Addiction and Adolescent Services.  The Hospital is located in a secluded part of Southgate, North London, and set in several acres of private grounds. Easy access via several bus routes, M25 and A406 or Southgate Station on the Piccadilly Line.

Priory North London  is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young Adults. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer. Further information can be obtained from www.dbs.gov.uk 

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday Leave
• Subsidised meals on duty
• Pension contribution
• Free on site parking
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Priory Perks - Discounts & Cashbacks
• Generous refer a friend scheme
• Career development opportunities
• Staff Well-being service

To apply on line please visit our website jobs.priorygroup.com and look for Priory North London Vacancies

Division DBS info

About us

From education to hospitals, care homes and secure facilities, the Priory Group of Companies offers individually tailored, multidisciplinary treatment programmes for those with complex educational needs or requiring acute, long-term and respite mental healthcare.

The integrated strength of each service provides a seamless transition for the individual as they progress between higher and lower dependency care and across services. This unique approach ensures that every individual has the opportunity to achieve the best possible outcomes and quality of life with the Priory Group.

As 85% of our services are publicly funded and delivered in partnership with commissioners, our teams work with commissioning bodies across the country to provide transparent pricing models and evidence-based care programmes.

Disclosure

All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer.

No agencies please

If you forward any CV’s to the Priory Group and you are not on the Priory Group PSL and have not been asked to work on the above role we will accept the CV as a gift.

Closing Date

31/12/2024