Dependency Rehabilitation Unit Occupational Therapist

Job Overview

We are excited to recruit an enthusiastic Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our 16‑bed Higher Dependency Rehabilitation Unit (HDRU) in Doncaster, providing specialist mental‑health rehabilitation for adults from Rotherham, Doncaster and North Lincolnshire.

The HDRU supports adults with complex mental‑health needs who require intensive rehabilitation within a structured, therapeutic environment. Patients typically remain on the unit for up to 12 months, working with the multidisciplinary team to develop the skills and confidence needed to progress to less restrictive settings and successful community living. Occupational Therapy plays a central role in the rehabilitation pathway, delivering recovery‑focused, person‑centred interventions through meaningful occupation.

Group‑based interventions are a key part of the role, and you will be expected to plan and deliver a varied programme of occupation‑focused groups alongside individual interventions.

You will work within a supportive multidisciplinary team including Nursing, Psychology, Psychiatry and AHP colleagues, embracing our "One Team" approach to delivering high‑quality care. This post offers excellent opportunities for supervision, professional development and service improvement within a supportive learning environment.

• Undertake comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments using the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) and other evidence‑based assessment tools.
• Develop, implement and evaluate person‑centred intervention plans that promote recovery, independence and meaningful occupational engagement.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate a structured programme of occupation‑based group interventions, using meaningful activities to promote recovery, skill development, social participation and independence.
• Support patients to establish healthy routines, develop life skills and build confidence in preparation for discharge to less restrictive environments.
• Assist in the supervision of support staff and students and contribute to the development of a range of inpatient‑based therapeutic activities in partnership with service users, carers and staff.
• Develop links with statutory and voluntary sector community resources and ensure that on‑going occupational needs are addressed as part of a safe, effective discharge and the occupational therapy pathway process.
• Be prepared to work in a variety of settings dependent on patient needs, such as patients' own homes or community settings.

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact Light Chibuzor Caleb (Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist) or Kirsty Long (Ward Manager).