Priory Hospital Dewsbury is looking to recruit an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join the team. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours per week.
Based in the residential area of Earlsheaton, West Yorkshire, Priory Hospital Dewsbury provides level 2 rehabilitation services divided into two wards. Care is for male patients who have mental health disorders and increasing physical health needs. We also offer neuropsychiatry support, support for older people and dementia, community-focused rehabilitation, and support for severe and enduring mental health.
Main duties of the job
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 role involves supporting the Occupational Therapist or Senior Occupational Therapy Assistant with initial assessments and checklists, as well as facilitating group sessions such as psychoeducational groups, DBT-informed sessions, goal setting, and life skills development. Training or experience in autism support, DBT skills, or life skills training would be desirable. The post requires GCSEs or O-Levels (grades AC), a relevant NVQ Level 2, or equivalent experience. This is an entry-level position; however, prior experience working in a health and social care setting is preferred.
For more information about the role, you can email Farahgigani@priorygroup.com
About us
Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 13,000 colleagues and a network of 280 services, we support over 26,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.
All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy.
Job responsibilities
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. 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 patients 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.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* The role holder will require GCSE / O-Levels (A-C) or a relevant NVQ2 or equivalent experience.
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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr