Mental Health Occupational Therapist - Suffolk

The role

You will be the sole Occupational Therapist supporting patients' independence, social engagement, and functional recovery. You will conduct assessments, develop care plans, and deliver 1:1 and group interventions for adults with severe and enduring eating disorders.

What you will do

• Conduct occupational therapy assessments and develop individualised care plans
• Deliver 1:1 and group interventions for meal preparation and planning
• Deliver 1:1 and group interventions for sensory regulation
• Deliver 1:1 and group interventions for body image and identity work
• Deliver 1:1 and group interventions for self-care, hygiene, and daily functioning
• Deliver 1:1 and group interventions for social engagement and community integration
• Support exposure-based work around food and social anxiety
• Contribute to discharge planning and liaise with community services
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to MDT reviews
• Participate in reflective practice, supervision, and service improvement

Required qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Motivated, flexible, and willing to learn
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills
• Creative and proactive approach to patient care

Nice to have

• Experience in mental health or eating disorders (inpatient or community)

Benefits

• Casual dress code
• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Employee discounts
• Free on-site parking
• Opportunities for professional development, supervision, and service involvement

About the company

The client is a specialist service providing evidence-based rehabilitation for adults with severe and enduring eating disorders, primarily anorexia.