OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (PART TIME - FIXED TERM)

About the role

Jami is seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our Adult Mental Health Service, supporting members of the Jewish community experiencing mental illness, psychological distress, trauma, isolation and other challenges that impact daily life and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking comprehensive occupational therapy assessments using evidence-based models and tools.
• Developing and delivering personalised intervention plans focused on recovery and independence.
• Supporting individuals to develop daily living skills, routines and confidence.
• Facilitating therapeutic groups, workshops and recovery-focused activities.
• Helping people access volunteering, education, employment and community opportunities.
• Supporting service users to improve social participation, wellbeing and quality of life.
• Working collaboratively with healthcare professionals, community organisations and partner agencies.
• Advocating for individuals and supporting them to access appropriate services and resources.
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to service development, quality improvement and evaluation activities.

Requirements

• Qualified Occupational Therapist with degree or professional qualification.
• Registered with the HCPC (or evidence that registration is being completed).
• A commitment to maintaining professional development and CPD.
• Experience working within health and/or social care settings.
• Experience carrying out assessments and developing intervention plans.
• Experience supporting individuals to develop and maintain daily living skills.
• Strong understanding of occupational therapy theory and models of practice.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence using digital systems and video-conferencing platforms.
• A collaborative, flexible and compassionate approach.

Qualifications

• Registered with the HCPC (Health & Care Professions Council).

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in digital systems and video-conferencing platforms.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care principles.

Benefits

• Meaningful and rewarding work that changes lives.
• A supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
• Regular supervision and professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to contribute to innovative recovery-focused services.
• A culture that values collaboration, inclusion and continuous learning.

Pay

Fixed term contract for 12 months.

Schedule

Part-time, 3 days per week (22.5 hours), working until 7.00pm.