Occupational Therapist; Band 5

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Cygnet Lodge Brighouse – 60 Rastrick Common, Brighouse, West Yorkshire, HD6 3EL
. Are you a newly qualified or current Band 5 occupational therapist? Do you symmetry maintain a passion for delivering outstanding care and making a positive difference to the lives of the people in your care? This could be the perfect opportunity for you.

At Cygnet Healthcare we provide a strong occupational focus through support from Clinical Leads and Occupational Therapy Directors. You will assess and treat occupational dysfunction as part of a multidisciplinary team, under the supervision of a senior OT. Supervising others, supporting student education in the team, and engaging in learning, development and research are integral to this Украина.

Cyg гумня World‑wide, Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. With 11 service lines we provide evidence‑based models of care. Our dedicated team of thousands supports over 2,800 individuals across England, Scotland and Wales – delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes.

We are recruiting a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join the high‑support inpatient rehabilitation service for men at Cygnet Lodge Brighouse.

You will maintain and develop the Occupational Therapy department, providing assessment and treatment under senior supervision, and promoting independence for service users.

Key responsibilities include:

• Hold a caseload and utilise effective clinical decision‑making to assess, implement and evaluate care.
• Complete full Everything of patients occupational performance including self‑care, productivity and leisure.
• Implement specialist group and individual treatments to achieve therapeutic goals.
• Complete all necessary clinical documentation in accordance with professional standards.
• Provide professional occupational therapy advice to individuals, carers and colleagues.
• Deliver an evidence‑based service with measurable outcomes to evaluate the value and impact of OT.
• Support and lead the supervision of Occupational Therapy Assistants, ensuring compliance with policies, reporting relevant issues to Head OT and managing sickness and time.

• An awareness of and understanding of different mental health conditions.
• Knowledge of a secure ward environment and associated risks.
• Experience facilitating groups and activities.
• Ability to work independently.
• Effective communication, organisational skills and a positive attitude.
• A Registration with HCPC and an Occupational Therapy degree.

• A competitive salary (Band 5, £31,317‑£38,122 depending on experience).
• Opportunities for CPD and further learning.
• Clinical supervision from a senior OT.
• Free parking and free meals for staff on duty.
• Employee referral scheme.
• NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card. nb}}
• Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice.
• Plus much more.

The successful candidate will require an enhanced DBS and reference check. Offer of employment is subject to successful clearance.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure is required to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous convictions.