Occupational Therapy Assistant

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Hazelwood House

Compensation: £24,637 / year

Description

Hazelwood House is looking to recruit an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the team in our unit for 12 males. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours per week.

Priory Hospital Hazelwood House, in Heath, Derbyshire, is a low secure unit for 12 males with mental health needs. We also support those who have a learning disability, complex care needs and/or are on the autism spectrum. This hospital provides WAIS and ADOS assessments for patients who may be waiting for an NHS diagnosis.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As an occupational therapy assistant, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• Able to effectively and accurately update clinical records and computerised information systems as directed by the Occupational Therapist in a timely manner.  
• Record and report patient’s involvement in 1:1 and groups. Ensuring any unusual physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to senior staff and documented in an appropriate manner.  
• Having compassion for the patients and their situation. Being proactive, enthusiastic and encouraging with staff and patients, encouraging interactions within groups and activities. 
• Able to support with the development and creation of activity schedules and service line timetables. Supporting OT or SOTA with clinical / OT assessments. 

You can find additional information in the attached job description. 

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The ideal candidate will be able to support Occupational Therapy (OT) or Supportive Occupational Therapy Assessments (SOTA) during initial assessments and completion of checklists. They will also be expected to facilitate a variety of group sessions, including psychoeducational groups, DBT-informed groups, goal-setting, and life skills training. Experience or training in autism support, DBT skills, and life skills development is desirable. The role requires a minimum of GCSEs or O-Levels (grades A–C), a relevant NVQ Level 2 qualification, or equivalent experience. 

For more information about the role, you can email Farahgigani@priorygroup.com

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. 

• Free on-site parking
• Supplemented meals
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday Holiday  - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay 
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.