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 please contact Allison at Merco on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Please note: Unfortunatley we cannot offer sponsorship with this role.