Role Overview
Are you an established and forward‑thinking Specialist Occupational Therapist looking to lead and be part of the Children and Young People Mental Health Service redesign project as the CAMHS Occupational Therapy Lead? CYPMH Dorset is entering an exciting period of growth and development, supported by new investment and a strong commitment to transforming how children and young people access mental health support.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the professional lead for OT, embedding the occupational perspective across CAMHS pathways, including assessment, formulation, intervention and discharge planning.
* Lead on the development, implementation and evaluation of OT care pathways, ensuring they align with national guidance, NICE standards, and Trust priorities.
* Maintain a small, highly complex clinical caseload, providing specialist assessment and intervention, and modelling best practice.
* Collaborate closely with the Clinical and Operational Leads and Managers to lead service improvement within Children and Family Mental Health as part of the CAMH service transformation programme.
* Provide strategic and operational leadership for Occupational Therapy within CAMHS and wider children's services, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, evidence‑based, and recovery‑focused OT interventions.
* Support and mentor clinical staff, drawing on wider clinical experience to assist with patient care, including resolving complaints and concerns.
Employment Details
The CAMHS Occupational Therapy Lead role is a full‑time post. We might consider part‑time applications for a minimum of 30 hours per week. This position is Pan‑Dorset and service‑wide.
Equal Opportunities
We are an inclusive employer and consider all qualified applicants equitably.
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