Occupational Therapy Assistant

We have a have a designated qualified Occupational therapist for each ward, as well as Activity Coordinators supporting the activities around the hospital. We are currently recruiting for an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our Occupational Therapy Team. You will mainly be working on the Male PICU ward supporting the Head of Occupational Therapy, although there will be some crossover and opportunity for rotation as you progress within the role., The Occupational Therapy Assistant role involves planning and implementing therapeutic activities appropriate to the needs, choices and interests of individuals in our care, under the supervision and guidance of a qualified Occupational Therapist. The Occupational Therapy Assistant also works with the in-house MDT, which is designed to support the individual in our care throughout their journey with us. In this role you will:

• Deliver planned activities for patients under the direction of the ward Occupational Therapist (OT) and Multidisciplinary Team
• Assist the OT in the day to day duties and running of the department Undertake assessment and intervention programmes with clients as delegated by a senior occupational therapist underpinned by appropriate experience / knowledge
• Contribute ideas, create and facilitate events and activities safely and support people to structure their time through meaningful activity
• Have involvement in the delivery of one to one and group interventions
• Implement individual care plans during activity sessions and take into account specific interests and opportunities to promote choice and independence
  
  Cygnet was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales., Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care.
Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.