Job summary A Unique Opportunity for an Occupational Therapist in a New Adolescent Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit Are you a compassionate and motivated OT looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? We're offering a unique opportunity to join our newly established Adolescent Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Our CAMHS OT Team is seeking 2 resilient, enthusiastic, and dedicated practitioners to join our ward-based team. This is your chance to be part of an innovative, fast-paced service providing exceptional care to adolescents with complex mental health needs. As an OT, you'll collaborate closely with nursing, medical, and psychological teams to deliver therapeutic interventions and holistic care. You'll support young people in regaining their confidence, self-esteem, and life skills in a safe and supportive environment. You'll also have the chance to help shape the development of this new service, ensuring the highest standards of care. We're looking for someone who is: Compassionate & Resilient : Passionate about supporting young people through vulnerable stages of their journey. Team-Focused: Ready to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Not looking for a regular 9-5: Willing to work a long-day model, including some evenings and weekends. Within our CAMHS OT Team, you'll be part of a service that invests in your growth, offering ongoing development and the chance to make a lasting impact. Main duties of the job To manage a caseload of service users with complex needs, using evidence based/client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions. To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of the occupational therapy services within a designated area / team. To regularly supervise occupational therapy students on practice placement. To develop skills and knowledge through participation in relevant training & learning opportunities. About us Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, combining the expertise and services of multiple NHS providers to deliver high-quality healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.With a dedicated workforce exceeding 12,000 staff and a footprint that spans more than 200 sites across Hampshire, we offer an extensive range of services, including mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health care, reaching diverse communities across urban, rural, and coastal areas.We are committed to delivering care with compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, ensuring that our patients and service users are at the heart of everything we do. By working closely with our partners, we're creating a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that champions staff development, well-being, and collaboration.Join us and be part of an organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare; where your skills and ambitions can make a real difference to the communities we serve, now and in the future. Date posted 17 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 348-SS-6602 Job locations Austen House Tatchbury Mount, Calmore Southampton Hampshire SO40 2TA Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy Experience Essential Application of the Occupational Therapy process Use of functional assessment and activity analysis Documented evidence of continuing professional development Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy Experience Essential Application of the Occupational Therapy process Use of functional assessment and activity analysis Documented evidence of continuing professional development Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Austen House Tatchbury Mount, Calmore Southampton Hampshire SO40 2TA Employer's website https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)