Senior Occupational Therapist

Senior Occupational Therapist About the Role We're looking for a Senior Occupational Therapist to join a modern mental health treatment unit in Cardiff. The facility offers:

• Secure gardens, a gym, practice kitchens, sensory and social areas, art rooms, and more.
• Bespoke treatment packages across three wards for patients with complex mental health needs.
• A homely, modern environment designed to promote independence and recovery, supported by an experienced multi-disciplinary team (MDT).
Your Key Responsibilities As a Senior Occupational Therapist , you'll:
• Deliver group and one-to-one therapeutic, occupational, and recreational activities on the wards, hospital grounds, and in the community.
• Manage and supervise Therapy Assistants and junior staff, ensuring a high-quality, patient-centered service.
• Provide creative and motivating interventions to help patients improve their occupational skills and mental wellbeing.
• Assess, intervene, and evaluate progress in line with MDT care plans.
Additional Duties:
• Reduce restrictive interventions.
• Maintain accurate clinical notes.
• Demonstrate excellent planning and time management skills.
• Engage in team meetings and regular supervision.
What You'll Need
• Qualification : Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Experience : At least 2 years in a healthcare setting, ideally working with mental health or challenging behaviors.
• Desirable Skills : Sensory Integration Training (training opportunities will be available).
Strong leadership, communication, and creative problem-solving skills are essential. What's in It for You?
• Support from a qualified clinician and opportunities for supervision and learning.
• A chance to focus on fewer patients, delivering a personalized and effective service to help them recover and thrive.
For further information Allison at Merco on # 971 # or email # note: Unfortunatley we cannot offer sponsorship with this role.


• Qualification : Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Experience : At least 2 years in a healthcare setting, ideally working with mental health or challenging behaviors.
• Desirable Skills : Sensory Integration Training (training opportunities will be available).
Strong leadership, communication, and creative problem-solving skills are essential. What's in It for You?
• Support from a qualified clinician and opportunities for supervision and learning.
• A chance to focus on fewer patients, delivering a personalized and effective service to help them recover and thrive.