Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Stockton Hall
Compensation: £29,259 - £35,618 / year
Priory Hospital Stockton Hall are looking to recruit a highly motivated occupational therapist to join our team of forensic occupational therapists and therapy assistants. The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing specialist assessments and therapeutic interventions to detained males within our mental illness Service Line or to detained female patients within our 12 bedded medium secure ward.
We currently have two vacancies available. One position is 30 hours per week, working on the male mental illness ward, and the other is a full-time role 37.5 hours per week within the female service.
Working in a medium secure setting, you will demonstrate a good knowledge of occupational therapy input into risk assessment and risk management, and will be an integral member of the clinical team. Standardised clinical tools based on the Model of Human Occupation will be utilised where the post holder has identified their appropriateness using specialist knowledge.
You will work with a variety of conditions which are often complex and challenging and will require a good knowledge of occupational therapy input into risk assessment and risk management. Standardised clinical tools based on the Model of Human Occupation will be utilised where the post holder has identified their appropriateness using specialist knowledge.
The post holder will supervise junior members of the occupational therapy team, as well as contribute to service developments where appropriate. You will act as a positive role model promoting the value of occupation, as well as upholding the values of the Priory Group. Our commitment to individual clinical and management supervision and continuing professional development will support you in this role. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals interested and committed to delivering excellent care within a secure, therapeutic environment.
You will act as a positive role model promoting the value of occupation, as well as upholding the values of the Priory Group. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals interested and committed to delivering excellent care within a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment.
Our commitment to individual clinical and management supervision and continuing professional development will support you in this specialist role. The suitable candidate will have the opportunity to supervise other members of the occupational therapy team, as well as contribute to service developments.
Previous experience of working in women's and/or secure services or in-patient services would be beneficial, however we are keen to hear from candidates who have an interest in working with women.
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients
1.Manages and co-ordinates the implementation of individual treatment plans for occupational therapy services ensuring treatments, activities and interventions are delivered through effective application and communication.2. Receives and responds promptly to referrals undertaking patient assessments to identify and prioritise patient needs before planning and delivering the appropriate and relevant interventions either on an individual or group basis. Maintains accurate and timely records detailing each patient’s rehabilitation / progress.3. Ensures the effective and efficient management of more junior staff.4. Maintains and develops close working relationships with professional and clinical colleagues within the multi-disciplinary team, ensuring clinical practice is in line with Priory policies and procedures and complies with statutory regulations and quality standards.5. Contributes to business growth by actively promoting priory therapy services in line with the local units’ business plan.6. Maintains effective communication links with patients, relatives, carers, and purchasers throughout the patients rehabilitation.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
Applicants must hold a BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy, together with full BAOT membership and HCPC registration.
For informal enquiries, please contact Vicki Ray, Lead Occupational Therapist on 01904 400500
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
Priory is the leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care in the UK.
We support 26,000 people a year to move towards a healthier future so they can live their lives as fully and independently as possible.
We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression anxiety, addictions and eating disorders, as well as children’s mental health, across our nationwide network of sites.
We also support autistic adults and adults with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome and brain injuries, as well as older people, within specialist residential care and supported living facilities.
With over 13,000 colleagues working at Priory, we have a long and prestigious history, and an unrivalled reputation for making a real and lasting difference to the lives of every individual in our care.
Priory is part of MEDIAN Group, a leading pan-European provider of mental health, specialist care and rehabilitation services, focussed on restoring quality of life through effective, evidenced and data-driven care.
