Mental Health Occupational Therapist - Leeds

The role

This person will deliver occupational therapy assessments and interventions within an acute older adult mental health inpatient service. They will support adults aged 65 and over through assessment, recovery, and discharge planning.

What you will do

• Deliver occupational therapy assessments and interventions within an acute older adult mental health inpatient service.
• Assess functional abilities, cognition, mood, and occupational performance to inform treatment planning.
• Develop and implement person-centred care plans that promote recovery and independence.
• Facilitate therapeutic activities and interventions for individuals and groups.
• Support discharge planning and contribute to safe and effective transitions of care.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Complete risk assessments and manage clinical risks appropriately.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and provide comprehensive reports.
• Enable patients to maximise their independence and quality of life through meaningful occupation.

Required qualifications

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Previous experience working as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist or equivalent.
• Experience within mental health services.
• Strong assessment, clinical reasoning, and care planning skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of risk management, safeguarding, and discharge processes.

About the company

The client is a multidisciplinary team on an all-female assessment and admission ward for adults aged 65 and over experiencing acute mental health difficulties.