Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Senior Mental Health Practitioner in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

Job Title: Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Senior Mental Health Practitioner
Specialism: AHP - Occupational Therapy
Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, UK
Salary: Up to £26.00 per hour
Type: Full Time (Ongoing)

Join our team as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Senior Mental Health Practitioner within AHP - Occupational Therapy in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. This full-time ongoing opportunity offers a competitive rate of up to £26.00 per hour and the chance to become an integral part of the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team.

This rewarding role is ideal for an experienced Mental Health Occupational Therapist who is passionate about supporting individuals experiencing acute mental health crises. You will play a key role in providing alternatives to hospital admission, promoting recovery, and delivering high-quality, person-centred care within a fast-paced and supportive service.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy the consistency and stability of full-time hours while developing your expertise within specialist mental health services.
• Hourly Pay: Earn up to £26.00 per hour, ensuring your knowledge, experience, and dedication are rewarded.
• Professional Flexibility: Benefit from the variety and autonomy that locum work can offer.
• Diverse Clinical Experience: Work with a wide range of service users experiencing acute mental health needs.
• Professional Development: Enhance your skills through multidisciplinary working, supervision, and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Meaningful Impact: Make a real difference by supporting individuals through periods of crisis and recovery.

What you will do

• Provide triage, assessment, and intensive support within the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team.
• Support service users as an alternative to hospital admission where appropriate.
• Facilitate safe and effective early discharge from inpatient services.
• Deliver person-centred treatment plans and recovery-focused interventions.
• Undertake comprehensive risk assessments and implement effective risk management plans.
• Make complex clinical decisions autonomously and within multidisciplinary frameworks.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, healthcare professionals, and partner agencies.
• Maintain professional standards and positive working relationships across services.
• Support individuals experiencing acute mental health crises within a responsive 24-hour service model.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical records and documentation.
• Contribute to service development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Professional Qualification: Registered Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, or Social Worker with relevant professional registration.
• HCPC Registration: Current HCPC registration for Occupational Therapists.
• Mental Health Experience: Significant experience working within Mental Health Services.
• Clinical Skills: Strong assessment, risk management, and clinical decision-making abilities.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, report-writing, and multidisciplinary working skills.
• Professional Development: Evidence of ongoing professional learning and development.
• Practice Education: Practice Assessor, Supervisor, or Educator qualification relevant to your professional registration.
• Travel Requirements: Ability to travel independently where required by the role.

Why Suffolk

Suffolk offers an exceptional quality of life, combining beautiful countryside, historic market towns, and a strong sense of community. Bury St Edmunds is renowned for its rich heritage, excellent amenities, vibrant cultural scene, and stunning green spaces. Whether you enjoy exploring picturesque villages, coastal landscapes, or thriving local markets, Suffolk provides the perfect balance of professional opportunity and personal wellbeing.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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Apply now to join the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team in Suffolk and take the next step in your Occupational Therapy career with Sanctuary Personnel.