Occupational Therapist – OCD Unit – Private Mental Health Hospital

Job Title: Occupational Therapist - OCD/BDD - Inpatient Mental Health Hospital

Location: Central London (on-site)
Salary: £41,000 - £45,000 pro-rata
Hours: 30 hours per week (4 days per week)

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist with a passion for mental health? Do you want to work in a specialist unit dedicated to treating OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) and BDD (Body Dysmorphic Disorder)? If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a highly specialised service aimed at transforming the lives of individuals struggling with these complex conditions.

Overview:

Compass Associates is thrilled to partner with a renowned private mental health hospital in Central London to find a dedicated Occupational Therapist for their OCD and BDD Unit. With over 30 years of excellence in mental health care, this hospital offers evidence-based treatments in an inpatient setting. This is a rare opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team tackling some of the most complex cases in mental health care. As part of this close-knit team, you will play a key role in providing personalised, therapeutic interventions for patients battling OCD and BDD, helping them to regain control over their lives and improve their well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and provide tailored occupational therapy interventions for patients with OCD and BDD.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to develop and implement individualised care plans.
• Lead group therapy and one-on-one sessions, ensuring therapeutic goals are met.
• Stay up to date with best practices in mental health care and participate in ongoing professional development.
• Provide psychoeducation to patients, families, and carers on OCD and BDD management and recovery.
• Use specialised assessment tools to track patient progress and adapt treatment plans
• Contribute to MDT meetings, offering insights and updates on patient care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation to ensure optimal care for individuals.

Qualifications and Experience:

• HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist with at least 2 years post-qualification experience.
• Previous experience in an inpatient mental health setting is essential.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary teams (MDT) and experience working with complex mental health conditions, especially OCD and BDD.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage a varied caseload.
• Passionate about mental health and making a genuine difference in patients' lives, particularly in the field of OCD and BDD care.

Industry-Leading Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays (rising up to 30 days with length of service) – pro-rata for part-time.
• Ongoing support with CPD and training opportunities 
• Enhanced company pension scheme.
• Life Assurance (4x salary).
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay.
• Access to Perkbox staff benefits, including discounts and well-being apps.
• 24-hour access to a private GP service.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Subsidised staff meals.

Location:

Commutable from Paddington, Kensington, Maida Vale, Bayswater, Notting Hill, St John's Wood, Hampstead

Contact Details:

To apply, or for more information and an informal discussion about the Occupational Therapist post, please contact Georgia Arnold at 02393 877 357 or email [email protected].

Recommendations:

Compass Recruitment Solutions is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for a successful recommendation following the completion of probation.

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