Priory Hospital Cardiff, Dyfrig Road, Cardiff, CF5 5AD
Priory Group Division
Hours: 37.5
Vacancy Type: Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
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We don’t just talk about putting employees first. We know that Priory wouldn’t exist without their combined energy, expertise and effort. So we invest heavily in training, provide first-class support, promote collaborative teamwork and give everyone on our team the opportunities and resources to achieve their full potential.
Priory Hospital Cardiff is a modern mental health treatment unit that includes a variety of facilities, such as three secure gardens, a gym, patient practice kitchens, sensory area, patient social area, art rooms, and dedicated support service areas.
The service provides bespoke treatment packages across three wards for a variety of patients with complex mental health needs. The unit provides a modern, homely environment promoting independence, whilst employing an experienced multi-disciplinary team to oversee and support patient progress.
We are looking for a Senior Occupational Therapist to join the team. The role of the Senior OT is to work closely with the Therapy Assistants and the Multi-Disciplinary Team to deliver group and one-to-one occupational, therapeutic, and recreational activities and interventions. The work will take place on the wards, in the hospital grounds, and in the community. It is an exciting opportunity to invest more time in fewer patients to provide the very best service and help them recover and progress.
The candidate should have good leadership and communication skills. The role will be to provide a high-quality service that meets the needs of individual patients. Responsibilities will include managing members of the therapy team, overseeing service provision in a variety of areas, and providing supervision to junior staff.
The role will also involve delivering a range of innovative interventions that motivate and engage individuals to improve their occupational skills and mental wellbeing. There will be opportunities for assessing, intervening, and evaluating progress in line with MDT care plans. The post requires someone who is willing to find new and creative ways to work with clients with a range of presenting difficulties.
Responsibilities will also include:
* Being involved in reducing restrictive interventions
* Good clinical note taking
* Good time management
* Engagement in department meetings and supervision
Minimum Qualifications: Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy and registration with the HCPC.
Experience: Experience of working in a healthcare setting and/or with clients with mental health diagnosis or challenging behaviours for at least 2 years is desirable. A qualification in Sensory Integration Training would also be desirable. However, there will be training and learning opportunities, and supervision will be provided by a qualified clinician.
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Michelle Mason, Hospital Director at 02920 556301 or michellemason@priorygroup.com.
About Us
As one of the UK’s leading providers of behavioural care and specialist support services, Priory promises a challenging and fulfilling career with the support of a world-class organisation willing to invest in your development. Across our network of hospitals, residential care homes, and supported living services, we are making a real and lasting difference to the lives of the people we support.
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Disclosure
All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
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