South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
Occupational Therapist
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Exciting Opportunity for a Band 6 OT in Croydon
An exciting opportunity has arisen in Croydon for a full-time Band 6 OT to work on our rehabilitation inpatient ward.
Role Overview
You will be working closely with a Band 5 OT and Activity Coordinator, and with an experienced, supportive MDT who highly value OT.
Key Responsibilities
- Delivering a varied mental health rehabilitation activity programme
- Undertaking OT 1:1 and group interventions with service users on and off the ward
- Working as part of the MDT to support service users' active rehabilitation and discharge to the community
Opportunities
- Being part of the wider inpatient network of Activity Coordinators, OTs, peer workers, volunteers, and students
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Application
We welcome applications from experienced Band 5s who are interested in taking the next step into a Band 6 role. You will be well supported with regular supervision from the Inpatient Clinical Specialist Band 7 OT.
Role Requirements
- Regular use of OT functional assessments
- Provision of group and 1:1 interventions
- Teamwork approach to rehabilitation
- Supervision skills and sound clinical reasoning
Skills and Qualities
- Excellent communication and engagement skills
- Understanding of re-motivation, challenging behaviors, and sensory integration approaches is helpful
About the Hospital
The Bethlem Royal hospital has a central occupational therapy department which offers a wealth of creative opportunities. There is an onsite clinical exercise service, community social hub, and large grounds. The site has good transport links to Croydon.
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Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Lorraine McLaren
- Job Title: Croydon Inpatient Lead OT
- Email Address: lorraine.mclaren@slam.nhs.uk
Additional Contact:
- Name: Alice Heans
- Job Title: Band 6 OT Westways
- Email Address: alice.heans@slam.nhs.uk
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